Moon Phase on February 17, 2026

On Tuesday, February 17, 2026 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 29.5 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 12:01 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Illumination0%
Moon age
29.5 days
First Quarter
in 7.0 days

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Moon Data for February 17, 2026

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.0%
Moon age
29.5 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Aquarius → Pisces
Distance from Earth
384,485 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on February 17, 2026, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon12:01 UTCFeb 17, 12:01 PM UTC

About the New Moon

The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.

Questions About February 17, 2026

What was the moon phase on February 17, 2026?

On Tuesday, February 17, 2026 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 29.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on February 17, 2026?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, February 1, 2026 and Tuesday, March 3, 2026.

Was there a new moon on February 17, 2026?

Yes. The exact new moon was at 12:01 UTC on February 17, 2026.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on February 17, 2026?

The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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