Moon Phase on February 18, 2006
On Saturday, February 18, 2006 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 77% illuminated and 19.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Saturday, February 18, 2006
- Moon age
- 19.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.8 days
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Moon Data for February 18, 2006
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 76.8%
- Moon age
- 19.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 398,917 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 18, 2006
What was the moon phase on February 18, 2006?
On Saturday, February 18, 2006 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 77% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 18, 2006?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, February 13, 2006 and Tuesday, March 14, 2006.
Was there a new moon on February 18, 2006?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, January 29, 2006 and Tuesday, February 28, 2006.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 18, 2006?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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