On March 17, 1984, the moon was in its Full Moon phase.
The lunar cycle regularly progresses through distinct phases, each defined by the amount of the Moon's surface illuminated by the Sun as viewed from Earth. For March 17, 1984, the celestial observation indicated a Full Moon.
Understanding the Full Moon
A Full Moon marks the point in the lunar cycle when the entire face of the Moon, as seen from Earth, is illuminated by the Sun. This occurs when the Earth is positioned approximately between the Sun and the Moon. At this time, the Moon appears as a complete, luminous disc in the night sky, often shining its brightest.
Lunar Phases in March 1984
To provide a comprehensive overview of the moon's journey through its phases around that date, the table below outlines the key lunar events:
Date | Moon Phase |
---|---|
March 17, 1984 | Full Moon |
March 23, 1984 | Moon at Last Quarter |
April 1, 1984 | New Moon |
April 8, 1984 | Moon at First Quarter |
This progression highlights the transition from a fully illuminated moon, through its waning crescent phases, to the invisible New Moon, and then back to the waxing crescent phases.