Moon Phase on March 19, 2026

On Thursday, March 19, 2026 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.5 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 01:24 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Illumination0%
Moon age
0.5 days
First Quarter
in 6.3 days

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Moon Data for March 19, 2026

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.3%
Moon age
0.5 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Pisces → Aries
Distance from Earth
371,753 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on March 19, 2026, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon01:24 UTCMar 19, 1:24 AM UTC

About the New Moon

The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.

Questions About March 19, 2026

What was the moon phase on March 19, 2026?

On Thursday, March 19, 2026 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on March 19, 2026?

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

Was there a new moon on March 19, 2026?

Yes. The exact new moon was at 01:24 UTC on March 19, 2026.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on March 19, 2026?

The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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