Moon Phase on February 9, 2023
On Thursday, February 9, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 88% illuminated and 18.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, February 9, 2023
- Moon age
- 18.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.2 days
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Moon Data for February 9, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 87.6%
- Moon age
- 18.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 398,240 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About February 9, 2023
What was the moon phase on February 9, 2023?
On Thursday, February 9, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 88% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 9, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, February 5, 2023 and Tuesday, March 7, 2023.
Was there a new moon on February 9, 2023?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, January 21, 2023 and Monday, February 20, 2023.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 9, 2023?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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