Moon Phase on February 19, 2009

On Thursday, February 19, 2009 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 26% illuminated and 24.5 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Illumination26%
Moon age
24.5 days
New Moon
in 5.6 days

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Moon Data for February 19, 2009

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
26.4%
Moon age
24.5 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
405,093 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.

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 19, 2009

What was the moon phase on February 19, 2009?

On Thursday, February 19, 2009 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 26% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on February 19, 2009?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, February 9, 2009 and Wednesday, March 11, 2009.

Was there a new moon on February 19, 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 19, 2009?

The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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