Moon Phase on February 16, 2023
On Thursday, February 16, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 20% illuminated and 25.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, February 16, 2023
- Moon age
- 25.2 days
- New Moon
- in 3.8 days
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Moon Data for February 16, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 20.3%
- Moon age
- 25.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 365,222 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 16, 2023
What was the moon phase on February 16, 2023?
On Thursday, February 16, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 20% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 16, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, February 5, 2023 and Tuesday, March 7, 2023.
Was there a new moon on February 16, 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 16, 2023?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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