Moon Phase on February 18, 2023
On Saturday, February 18, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 5% illuminated and 27.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Saturday, February 18, 2023
- Moon age
- 27.4 days
- New Moon
- in 1.8 days
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Moon Data for February 18, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 5.1%
- Moon age
- 27.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 358,972 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 18, 2023
What was the moon phase on February 18, 2023?
On Saturday, February 18, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 5% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 18, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, February 5, 2023 and Tuesday, March 7, 2023.
Was there a new moon on February 18, 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 18, 2023?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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