Moon Phase on January 7, 1986

On Tuesday, January 7, 1986 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 13% illuminated and 26.1 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Tuesday, January 7, 1986

Illumination13%
Moon age
26.1 days
New Moon
in 3.0 days

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Moon Data for January 7, 1986

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
12.5%
Moon age
26.1 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
363,747 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.

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 January 7, 1986

What was the moon phase on January 7, 1986?

On Tuesday, January 7, 1986 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 13% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 7, 1986?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, December 27, 1985 and Sunday, January 26, 1986.

Was there a new moon on January 7, 1986?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, December 12, 1985 and Friday, January 10, 1986.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 7, 1986?

The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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