Moon Phase on February 28, 2008
On Thursday, February 28, 2008 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 56% illuminated and 21.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, February 28, 2008
- Moon age
- 21.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 0.6 days
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Moon Data for February 28, 2008
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 55.8%
- Moon age
- 21.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 404,305 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 28, 2008
What was the moon phase on February 28, 2008?
On Thursday, February 28, 2008 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 56% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 28, 2008?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, February 21, 2008 and Friday, March 21, 2008.
Was there a new moon on February 28, 2008?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, February 7, 2008 and Friday, March 7, 2008.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 28, 2008?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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