# Moon phases in February 2027 > February 2027 moon calendar in UK time: new moon 6 February, full Snow Moon on 20 February, moonrise and moonset for every day, dark-sky nights and meteor sho URL: https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027/february Updated: 2026-10-30 February 2027 has 4 principal moon phases, with the new moon on 6 February 2027 and the full Snow Moon on 20 February 2027. Below are exact UK times, a day-by-day table and the best nights for dark skies. ## Moon phases in February 2027 (UK times) Times are calculated with astronomy-engine and shown in UK clock time (GMT or BST). They are accurate to about a minute. | Phase | Date | Time | | --- | --- | --- | | New moon | 6 February 2027 | 15:56 GMT | | First quarter | 14 February 2027 | 07:59 GMT | | Full moon | 20 February 2027 | 23:24 GMT | | Last quarter | 28 February 2027 | 05:17 GMT | ## The full moon in February 2027 The Snow Moon is full on 20 February 2027 at 23:24 GMT, rising over London at about 17:01. Read the story behind the name on our [full moon names](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/full-moons) pages. ## Best nights for dark skies The darkest skies this month fall around the new moon, roughly 3 February to 9 February. That is the time for meteor watching, the Milky Way and faint galaxies. In folk practice the new moon is also the traditional time to set intentions. ## Day-by-day moon calendar for February 2027 Phase and illumination at midday; moonrise and moonset for London (other UK places differ by up to about an hour; see your town in our local guides). | Date | Phase | Lit | Moonrise | Moonset | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 Mon | Waning crescent | 22% | 04:39 | 11:28 | | 2 Tue | Waning crescent | 15% | 05:35 | 12:18 | | 3 Wed | Waning crescent | 9% | 06:19 | 13:19 | | 4 Thu | Waning crescent | 4% | 06:51 | 14:27 | | 5 Fri | Waning crescent | 1% | 07:15 | 15:40 | | 6 Sat | New moon | 0% | 07:33 | 16:53 | | 7 Sun | Waxing crescent | 1% | 07:48 | 18:06 | | 8 Mon | Waxing crescent | 3% | 08:00 | 19:18 | | 9 Tue | Waxing crescent | 8% | 08:11 | 20:31 | | 10 Wed | Waxing crescent | 14% | 08:23 | 21:46 | | 11 Thu | Waxing crescent | 22% | 08:35 | 23:03 | | 12 Fri | Waxing crescent | 31% | 08:50 | – | | 13 Sat | Waxing crescent | 41% | 09:09 | 00:23 | | 14 Sun | First quarter | 52% | 09:36 | 01:47 | | 15 Mon | Waxing gibbous | 63% | 10:15 | 03:08 | | 16 Tue | Waxing gibbous | 74% | 11:11 | 04:21 | | 17 Wed | Waxing gibbous | 83% | 12:27 | 05:19 | | 18 Thu | Waxing gibbous | 91% | 13:55 | 06:00 | | 19 Fri | Waxing gibbous | 97% | 15:29 | 06:29 | | 20 Sat | Waxing gibbous | 100% | 17:01 | 06:49 | | 21 Sun | Waning gibbous | 100% | 18:30 | 07:06 | | 22 Mon | Waning gibbous | 97% | 19:55 | 07:20 | | 23 Tue | Waning gibbous | 92% | 21:18 | 07:33 | | 24 Wed | Waning gibbous | 84% | 22:40 | 07:47 | | 25 Thu | Waning gibbous | 76% | – | 08:04 | | 26 Fri | Waning gibbous | 67% | 00:00 | 08:23 | | 27 Sat | Waning gibbous | 57% | 01:17 | 08:49 | | 28 Sun | Last quarter | 47% | 02:27 | 09:24 | ## Closest and farthest moon - Apogee (farthest): 3 February 2027, 406,178 km - Perigee (closest): 19 February 2027, 361,004 km ## Eclipses - Penumbral lunar eclipse on 20 February 2027, greatest at 23:12 GMT. Whether it is visible depends on the moon being above the UK horizon at that time. ## Festivals on the Wheel of the Year See our [Wheel of the Year guide](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/guides/wheel-of-the-year-guide) for traditions and ideas. - Imbolc: 1 February ## Using the moon this month Many people keep a simple rhythm: write an intention at the new moon, check in at the first quarter, give thanks at the full moon and clear out at the last quarter. Our [moon rituals guide](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/guides/full-moon-names-and-rituals) has ideas. ## Questions **When is the full moon in February 2027?** 20 February 2027 at 23:24 GMT UK time. It is traditionally called the Snow Moon. **When is the new moon in February 2027?** 6 February 2027 at 15:56 GMT UK time. **What is the best night for stargazing in February 2027?** Around the new moon on 6 February, when the sky is darkest. Pick a clear night and get away from streetlights. **What should I do on the new moon on 6 February 2027?** On the new moon on 6 February 2027 (15:56 GMT), tradition suggests setting intentions: write down two or three things you want to grow this cycle and keep the note somewhere you'll see it. New moons are seen as a quiet, fresh start, good for planning rather than big action. **What does the first quarter moon on 14 February 2027 mean?** The first quarter moon on 14 February 2027 (07:59 GMT) is half lit and growing, which tradition reads as a time to act on the intentions set at the new moon. It is a good night to review your list, take one practical step and notice what is resisting. **What does the last quarter moon on 28 February 2027 mean?** The last quarter moon on 28 February 2027 (05:17 GMT) is half lit and shrinking, which tradition reads as a time to clear out, finish tasks and let go before the next new moon. A decluttering session or a smoke-cleansing of your space are popular ways to mark it. ## Related - [← January 2027](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027/january) - [March 2027 →](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027/march) - [2027 moon calendar](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon-calendar/2027) - [Full moon names and dates](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/full-moons) - [Moon today](https://www.starseeduk.co.uk/moon) --- Starseed UK describes spiritual uses as tradition and belief, never as health or medical claims. UK delivery £3.95, free over £40.