Moon Phase on March 9, 2026

On Monday, March 9, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 68% illuminated and 20.4 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Monday, March 9, 2026

Illumination68%
Moon age
20.4 days
Last Quarter
in 1.9 days

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Moon Data for March 9, 2026

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
67.7%
Moon age
20.4 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
403,640 km

Values are for 12:00 UTC. Illumination changes by only a few percent within a day, so they hold for the whole date almost anywhere on Earth.

About the Waning Gibbous

The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.

Questions About March 9, 2026

What was the moon phase on March 9, 2026?

On Monday, March 9, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 68% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 9, 2026?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 and Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Was there a new moon on March 9, 2026?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 and Thursday, March 19, 2026.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 9, 2026?

The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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