Moon Phase on February 16, 2022

On Wednesday, February 16, 2022 the moon was a Full Moon, 100% illuminated and 14.6 days old. This was the day of the exact full moon at 16:57 UTC.

Full · Moon phase

Full Moon

Wednesday, February 16, 2022

Illumination100%
Moon age
14.6 days
Last Quarter
in 7.4 days

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Moon Data for February 16, 2022

Phase
Full Moon
Illumination
99.8%
Moon age
14.6 days
Direction
Full, then waning
Moon sign
Leo → Virgo
Distance from Earth
392,598 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on February 16, 2022, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
Full Moon16:57 UTCFeb 16, 4:57 PM UTC

About the Full Moon

The moon is fully illuminated, appearing as a complete circle in the night sky. This is the peak of the lunar cycle, representing culmination, completion, and the full expression of energy.

Spiritual Meaning

A powerful time for release, gratitude, and celebration. The Full Moon illuminates what needs to be let go and what has come to fruition. Perfect for rituals of release and manifestation.

Questions About February 16, 2022

What was the moon phase on February 16, 2022?

On Wednesday, February 16, 2022 the moon was a Full Moon, with 100% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 14.6 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on February 16, 2022?

Yes. The moon was exactly full at 16:57 UTC on February 16, 2022.

Was there a new moon on February 16, 2022?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 and Wednesday, March 2, 2022.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 16, 2022?

The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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