Moon Phase on February 22, 2017
On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 18% illuminated and 25.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
- Moon age
- 25.5 days
- New Moon
- in 4.1 days
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Moon Data for February 22, 2017
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 17.6%
- Moon age
- 25.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 396,442 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 22, 2017
What was the moon phase on February 22, 2017?
On Wednesday, February 22, 2017 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 18% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 22, 2017?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, February 11, 2017 and Sunday, March 12, 2017.
Was there a new moon on February 22, 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 22, 2017?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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