Moon Phase on February 29, 2024
On Thursday, February 29, 2024 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 79% illuminated and 19.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, February 29, 2024
- Moon age
- 19.2 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.1 days
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Moon Data for February 29, 2024
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 79.4%
- Moon age
- 19.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 400,603 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 29, 2024
What was the moon phase on February 29, 2024?
On Thursday, February 29, 2024 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 79% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 29, 2024?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, February 24, 2024 and Monday, March 25, 2024.
Was there a new moon on February 29, 2024?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, February 9, 2024 and Sunday, March 10, 2024.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 29, 2024?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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