Moon Phase on February 9, 1987
On Monday, February 9, 1987 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 83% illuminated and 10.8 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Monday, February 9, 1987
- Moon age
- 10.8 days
- Full Moon
- in 4.4 days
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Moon Data for February 9, 1987
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 83.3%
- Moon age
- 10.8 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Gemini → Cancer
- Distance from Earth
- 405,689 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About February 9, 1987
What was the moon phase on February 9, 1987?
On Monday, February 9, 1987 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 83% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 10.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 9, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, January 15, 1987 and Friday, February 13, 1987.
Was there a new moon on February 9, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, January 29, 1987 and Saturday, February 28, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 9, 1987?
The moon moved from Gemini into Cancer during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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