Moon Phase on February 28, 2019
On Thursday, February 28, 2019 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 31% illuminated and 24.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, February 28, 2019
- Moon age
- 24.0 days
- New Moon
- in 6.2 days
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Moon Data for February 28, 2019
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 30.6%
- Moon age
- 24.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 399,316 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 28, 2019
What was the moon phase on February 28, 2019?
On Thursday, February 28, 2019 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 31% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 28, 2019?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 and Thursday, March 21, 2019.
Was there a new moon on February 28, 2019?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, February 4, 2019 and Wednesday, March 6, 2019.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 28, 2019?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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