Moon Phase on January 31, 1986
On Friday, January 31, 1986 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 69% illuminated and 20.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, January 31, 1986
- Moon age
- 20.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 1.7 days
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Moon Data for January 31, 1986
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 68.8%
- Moon age
- 20.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 373,692 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.
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About the Waning Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About January 31, 1986
What was the moon phase on January 31, 1986?
On Friday, January 31, 1986 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 69% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 31, 1986?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, January 26, 1986 and Monday, February 24, 1986.
Was there a new moon on January 31, 1986?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, January 10, 1986 and Sunday, February 9, 1986.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 31, 1986?
The moon was in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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