Moon Phase on January 24, 1989
On Tuesday, January 24, 1989 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 94% illuminated and 17.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, January 24, 1989
- Moon age
- 17.2 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.6 days
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Moon Data for January 24, 1989
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 93.7%
- Moon age
- 17.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 402,022 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 24, 1989
What was the moon phase on January 24, 1989?
On Tuesday, January 24, 1989 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 94% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 24, 1989?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, January 21, 1989 and Monday, February 20, 1989.
Was there a new moon on January 24, 1989?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, January 7, 1989 and Monday, February 6, 1989.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 24, 1989?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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