Moon Phase on February 28, 2006
On Tuesday, February 28, 2006 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 0.6 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 00:31 UTC.
New · Moon phase
New Moon
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
- Moon age
- 0.6 days
- First Quarter
- in 6.3 days
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Moon Data for February 28, 2006
- Phase
- New Moon
- Illumination
- 0.4%
- Moon age
- 0.6 days
- Direction
- New, then waxing
- Moon sign
- Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 357,300 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.
Exact Phase Time
| Phase | Date | Time (UTC) | Your local time |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | 00:31 UTC | Feb 28, 12:31 AM UTC |
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About the New Moon
The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.
Questions About February 28, 2006
What was the moon phase on February 28, 2006?
On Tuesday, February 28, 2006 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 0.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 28, 2006?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, February 13, 2006 and Tuesday, March 14, 2006.
Was there a new moon on February 28, 2006?
Yes. The exact new moon was at 00:31 UTC on February 28, 2006.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 28, 2006?
The moon was in Pisces for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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