Moon Phase on February 12, 2009
On Thursday, February 12, 2009 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 89% illuminated and 17.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, February 12, 2009
- Moon age
- 17.9 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.4 days
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Moon Data for February 12, 2009
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 89.3%
- Moon age
- 17.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 377,337 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 12, 2009
What was the moon phase on February 12, 2009?
On Thursday, February 12, 2009 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 89% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 12, 2009?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, February 9, 2009 and Wednesday, March 11, 2009.
Was there a new moon on February 12, 2009?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, January 26, 2009 and Wednesday, February 25, 2009.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 12, 2009?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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