Moon Phase on February 17, 2001
On Saturday, February 17, 2001 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 28% illuminated and 24.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Saturday, February 17, 2001
- Moon age
- 24.3 days
- New Moon
- in 5.8 days
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Moon Data for February 17, 2001
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 27.7%
- Moon age
- 24.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 401,066 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About February 17, 2001
What was the moon phase on February 17, 2001?
On Saturday, February 17, 2001 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 28% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 17, 2001?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, February 8, 2001 and Friday, March 9, 2001.
Was there a new moon on February 17, 2001?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, January 24, 2001 and Friday, February 23, 2001.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 17, 2001?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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