Moon Phase on February 23, 2006
On Thursday, February 23, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 27% illuminated and 24.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, February 23, 2006
- Moon age
- 24.4 days
- New Moon
- in 4.5 days
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Moon Data for February 23, 2006
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 27.2%
- Moon age
- 24.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 372,612 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 23, 2006
What was the moon phase on February 23, 2006?
On Thursday, February 23, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 27% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 23, 2006?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, February 13, 2006 and Tuesday, March 14, 2006.
Was there a new moon on February 23, 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 23, 2006?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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