Moon Phase on February 21, 2017

On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 26% illuminated and 24.6 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Tuesday, February 21, 2017

Illumination26%
Moon age
24.6 days
New Moon
in 5.1 days

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Moon Data for February 21, 2017

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
25.6%
Moon age
24.6 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
400,040 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 21, 2017

What was the moon phase on February 21, 2017?

On Tuesday, February 21, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 26% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.6 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on February 21, 2017?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, February 11, 2017 and Sunday, March 12, 2017.

Was there a new moon on February 21, 2017?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, January 28, 2017 and Sunday, February 26, 2017.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 21, 2017?

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

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