Moon Phase on February 12, 1998
On Thursday, February 12, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, February 12, 1998
- Moon age
- 15.7 days
- Last Quarter
- in 7.1 days
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Moon Data for February 12, 1998
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 98.9%
- Moon age
- 15.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 401,485 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 12, 1998
What was the moon phase on February 12, 1998?
On Thursday, February 12, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 12, 1998?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, February 11, 1998 and Friday, March 13, 1998.
Was there a new moon on February 12, 1998?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, January 28, 1998 and Thursday, February 26, 1998.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 12, 1998?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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