Moon Phase on January 29, 1985

On Tuesday, January 29, 1985 the moon was a First Quarter, 54% illuminated and 7.7 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 03:29 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Tuesday, January 29, 1985

Illumination54%
Moon age
7.7 days
Full Moon
in 7.1 days

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Moon Data for January 29, 1985

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
53.5%
Moon age
7.7 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Taurus
Distance from Earth
401,783 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 January 29, 1985, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter03:29 UTCJan 29, 3:29 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About January 29, 1985

What was the moon phase on January 29, 1985?

On Tuesday, January 29, 1985 the moon was a First Quarter, with 54% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.7 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 29, 1985?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, January 7, 1985 and Tuesday, February 5, 1985.

Was there a new moon on January 29, 1985?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, January 21, 1985 and Tuesday, February 19, 1985.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 29, 1985?

The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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