Moon Phase on March 16, 2026
On Monday, March 16, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 8% illuminated and 26.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Monday, March 16, 2026
- Moon age
- 26.9 days
- New Moon
- in 2.6 days
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Moon Data for March 16, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 7.7%
- Moon age
- 26.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 385,096 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.
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About the Waning Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About March 16, 2026
What was the moon phase on March 16, 2026?
On Monday, March 16, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 8% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on March 16, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 and Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Was there a new moon on March 16, 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 16, 2026?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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