Moon Phase on February 24, 1989
On Friday, February 24, 1989 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 87% illuminated and 18.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, February 24, 1989
- Moon age
- 18.2 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.3 days
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Moon Data for February 24, 1989
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 87.3%
- Moon age
- 18.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 405,580 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About February 24, 1989
What was the moon phase on February 24, 1989?
On Friday, February 24, 1989 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 87% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 24, 1989?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, February 20, 1989 and Wednesday, March 22, 1989.
Was there a new moon on February 24, 1989?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, February 6, 1989 and Tuesday, March 7, 1989.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 24, 1989?
The moon was in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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