Full Moon February 2027: Snow Moon in Virgo on February 20 — Time & Meaning
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The full moon of February 2027 is on February 20 at 23:24 UTC (18:24 EST in New York on February 20; 02:24 in Moscow), in Virgo (2°05′). Its traditional name is the Snow Moon. It is a penumbral lunar eclipse. The Sun is opposite, in Pisces.
Exact time and position
- Time (UTC)
- New York
- Moscow
- Moon
- Virgo 2°05′
- Sun
- Pisces 2°05′
- Moon distance
- 363,306 km
- Traditional name
- Snow Moon
- Eclipse
- Penumbral lunar eclipse
- Waning Moon
- February 20, 2027 – March 8, 2027
All times are UTC.
The Moon's phases this cycle (UTC)
- New Moon in Aquarius
- First Quarter in Taurus
- Full Moon in Virgo
- Last Quarter in Sagittarius
- New Moon in Pisces
Aspects at the moment (orb up to 5°)
- Uranus (Gemini) — square to the Moon · orb 0.3°
- Uranus (Gemini) — square to the Sun · orb 0.3°
- Mars (Virgo) — conjunction to the Moon · orb 1.8°
- Mars (Virgo) — opposition to the Sun · orb 1.8°
- Mercury (Aquarius) — opposition to the Moon · orb 4.9°
- Mercury (Aquarius) — conjunction to the Sun · orb 4.9°
The planets at that moment
| Sun | Pisces | 2°05′ |
| Mars | Virgo | 0°14′R |
| Moon | Virgo | 2°05′ |
| Pluto | Aquarius | 5°55′ |
| Venus | Capricorn | 20°11′ |
| Saturn | Aries | 12°11′ |
| Uranus | Gemini | 1°45′ |
| Jupiter | Leo | 20°44′R |
| Mercury | Aquarius | 27°13′R |
| Neptune | Aries | 2°55′ |
Full moon February 2027 (Snow Moon 2027): date, time and sign
The full moon of February 2027 is on February 20 in Virgo. It occurs at 23:24 UTC (18:24 EST in New York; 02:24 in Moscow). This full moon is also a penumbral lunar eclipse, with its greatest point at 23:13 UTC. The Moon's distance is 363306 km, so it is not a supermoon. Traditionally, this is called the Snow Moon.
Full moon in Virgo 2027: what it is about
According to Vronsky, when the Moon transits Virgo, people become critically minded, nervous, and even quarrelsome. A readiness to enjoy pleasures gives way to a businesslike attitude. Daydreaming is replaced by concentration, a desire to put things in order, to arrange everything, to obtain new information and find a place for it. The slightest carelessness or inaccuracy becomes irritating. Objective facts stand out more. Inspectors and controllers become more picky and pedantic. Under the Moon in Virgo, the desire to interfere in other people's affairs with the best intentions and the urge to help increase. More business deals than usual are concluded, but they are full of reservations and conditions. This is not the best time for romantic relationships, as a partner's mistakes become more noticeable, leading to mutual reproaches.
The aspects and the sky on the day
At the moment of the full moon, the Sun is in Pisces, opposite the Moon in Virgo. Uranus in Gemini forms a square to both the Sun and the Moon. Mars in Virgo is in conjunction with the Moon and opposite the Sun. Mercury in Aquarius is in opposition to the Moon and in conjunction with the Sun. Mercury has been retrograde since February 9 and will continue until March 3. Mars has been retrograde since January 10 and will remain so until April 1.
What it may mean inside
This full moon brings a tension between the dreamy, dissolving nature of Pisces and the precise, analytical nature of Virgo. The square from Uranus in Gemini adds a sudden, disruptive quality. Inside, you may feel a pull between wanting to escape into feelings or fantasies (Pisces Sun) and the need to organize, critique, and perfect details (Virgo Moon). The Mercury retrograde adds a layer of mental review, asking you to reconsider rather than act impulsively. This is a moment to notice where you are being too hard on yourself or others, and where you might be avoiding practical realities. The eclipse nature of this full moon suggests a subtle shift in awareness, a gentle awakening to patterns that need attention.
How to live the full moon in February 2027
- • Notice the critical voice: When you feel the urge to correct or judge, pause. Ask yourself if this is about genuine improvement or a reaction to inner tension.
- • Balance dream and detail: Allow time for both. Spend a few minutes in quiet reflection (Pisces) and then write down one concrete step to organize something (Virgo).
- • Be gentle with communication: With Mercury retrograde, misunderstandings are more likely. Double-check messages and avoid making final decisions on important matters until after March 3.
- • Avoid over-helping: The desire to interfere in others' affairs is strong. Offer help only if asked, and respect boundaries.
- • Watch your digestion: Vronsky notes that under the Moon in Virgo, nervousness can affect digestion. Eat simple, wholesome meals and avoid rushing through meals.
FAQ
When is the full moon in February 2027?
The February 2027 full moon is on February 20 at 23:24 UTC (18:24 EST in New York on February 20; 02:24 in Moscow).
What sign is the full moon february 2027 in?
The Moon is in Virgo, 2°05′; the Sun is opposite, in Pisces.
What is the February 2027 full moon called?
The Snow Moon — the traditional North American name for the February full moon.
When is the next full moon?
March 22, 2027 at 10:44 UTC, in Libra.
How many days does the Moon wane after this full moon?
From February 20 to March 8 — about 15 days, until the new moon.
Is the February 2027 full moon an eclipse?
Yes: a penumbral lunar eclipse, greatest on February 20 at 23:13 UTC.
Is Mercury retrograde during the February 2027 full moon?
Mercury is retrograde from February 9, 2027 to March 3, 2027; shadow from January 25, 2027 to March 23, 2027 (already retrograde on the day).
Where does this fall in your chart?
The dates are the same for everyone; the house and aspects are yours alone. A free natal chart and personal transits show which area of your life it touches.
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- Robert Hand — Planets in Transit: Life Cycles for Living
- Дэниел Сигел — Внимательный мозг. Научный взгляд на медитацию
Dates, times, signs and degrees are computed with the Swiss Ephemeris.