Moon Phase on December 21, 2027

On Tuesday, December 21, 2027 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, 38% illuminated and 23.3 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Tuesday, December 21, 2027

Illumination38%
Moon age
23.3 days
New Moon
in 6.3 days

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Moon Data for December 21, 2027

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
37.8%
Moon age
23.3 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Libra
Distance from Earth
377,182 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 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 December 21, 2027

What will the moon phase be on December 21, 2027?

On Tuesday, December 21, 2027 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, with 38% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 23.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Will there be a full moon on December 21, 2027?

No. The closest full moons will be on Monday, December 13, 2027 and Wednesday, January 12, 2028.

Will there be a new moon on December 21, 2027?

No. The new moons before and after it will be on Sunday, November 28, 2027 and Monday, December 27, 2027.

What zodiac sign will the moon be in on December 21, 2027?

The moon will be in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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