Moon Phase on February 16, 2026
On Monday, February 16, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 1% illuminated and 28.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Monday, February 16, 2026
- Moon age
- 28.5 days
- New Moon
- in 1.0 days
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Moon Data for February 16, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 1.1%
- Moon age
- 28.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 388,504 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, 2026
What was the moon phase on February 16, 2026?
On Monday, February 16, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 1% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on February 16, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, February 1, 2026 and Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Was there a new moon on February 16, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, January 18, 2026 and Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 16, 2026?
The moon was in Aquarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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