Moon Phase on February 18, 2012
On Saturday, February 18, 2012 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 13% illuminated and 26.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Saturday, February 18, 2012
- Moon age
- 26.1 days
- New Moon
- in 3.4 days
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Moon Data for February 18, 2012
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 12.8%
- Moon age
- 26.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 380,215 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 18, 2012
What was the moon phase on February 18, 2012?
On Saturday, February 18, 2012 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 13% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 18, 2012?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 and Thursday, March 8, 2012.
Was there a new moon on February 18, 2012?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, January 23, 2012 and Tuesday, February 21, 2012.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 18, 2012?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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