Moon Phase on February 23, 2013

On Saturday, February 23, 2013 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 94% illuminated and 12.5 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Illumination94%
Moon age
12.5 days
Full Moon
in 2.4 days

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Moon Data for February 23, 2013

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
94.1%
Moon age
12.5 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Leo
Distance from Earth
395,069 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 Waxing Gibbous

The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.

Spiritual Meaning

Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.

Questions About February 23, 2013

What was the moon phase on February 23, 2013?

On Saturday, February 23, 2013 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 94% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 12.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on February 23, 2013?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, January 27, 2013 and Monday, February 25, 2013.

Was there a new moon on February 23, 2013?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, February 10, 2013 and Monday, March 11, 2013.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 23, 2013?

The moon was in Leo for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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