Moon Phase on February 27, 1997
On Thursday, February 27, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 78% illuminated and 19.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, February 27, 1997
- Moon age
- 19.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.9 days
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Moon Data for February 27, 1997
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 78.2%
- Moon age
- 19.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 395,524 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 27, 1997
What was the moon phase on February 27, 1997?
On Thursday, February 27, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 78% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 27, 1997?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, February 22, 1997 and Monday, March 24, 1997.
Was there a new moon on February 27, 1997?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, February 7, 1997 and Sunday, March 9, 1997.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 27, 1997?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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