Moon Phase on February 5, 2002
On Tuesday, February 5, 2002 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 40% illuminated and 23.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, February 5, 2002
- Moon age
- 23.1 days
- New Moon
- in 6.8 days
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Moon Data for February 5, 2002
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 40.0%
- Moon age
- 23.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 381,184 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 5, 2002
What was the moon phase on February 5, 2002?
On Tuesday, February 5, 2002 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 40% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 23.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 5, 2002?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, January 28, 2002 and Wednesday, February 27, 2002.
Was there a new moon on February 5, 2002?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, January 13, 2002 and Tuesday, February 12, 2002.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 5, 2002?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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