Moon Phase on February 17, 2015

On Tuesday, February 17, 2015 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 4% illuminated and 27.8 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Tuesday, February 17, 2015

Illumination4%
Moon age
27.8 days
New Moon
in 1.5 days

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Moon Data for February 17, 2015

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
3.5%
Moon age
27.8 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Capricorn → Aquarius
Distance from Earth
360,192 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 17, 2015

What was the moon phase on February 17, 2015?

On Tuesday, February 17, 2015 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 4% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.8 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on February 17, 2015?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 and Thursday, March 5, 2015.

Was there a new moon on February 17, 2015?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 and Wednesday, February 18, 2015.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 17, 2015?

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

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