Moon Phase on January 16, 1987
On Friday, January 16, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 98% illuminated and 16.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, January 16, 1987
- Moon age
- 16.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.4 days
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Moon Data for January 16, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 98.1%
- Moon age
- 16.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 402,905 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 16, 1987
What was the moon phase on January 16, 1987?
On Friday, January 16, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 98% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 16, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, January 15, 1987 and Friday, February 13, 1987.
Was there a new moon on January 16, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, December 31, 1986 and Thursday, January 29, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 16, 1987?
The moon was in Leo for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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