Moon Phase on February 28, 2011
On Monday, February 28, 2011 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 17% illuminated and 25.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Monday, February 28, 2011
- Moon age
- 25.6 days
- New Moon
- in 4.4 days
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Moon Data for February 28, 2011
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 16.9%
- Moon age
- 25.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 395,862 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 28, 2011
What was the moon phase on February 28, 2011?
On Monday, February 28, 2011 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 17% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 28, 2011?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, February 18, 2011 and Saturday, March 19, 2011.
Was there a new moon on February 28, 2011?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, February 3, 2011 and Friday, March 4, 2011.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 28, 2011?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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