Moon Phase on January 31, 1989
On Tuesday, January 31, 1989 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 36% illuminated and 23.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, January 31, 1989
- Moon age
- 23.5 days
- New Moon
- in 5.8 days
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Moon Data for January 31, 1989
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 36.4%
- Moon age
- 23.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 393,073 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 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 31, 1989
What was the moon phase on January 31, 1989?
On Tuesday, January 31, 1989 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 36% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 23.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 31, 1989?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, January 21, 1989 and Monday, February 20, 1989.
Was there a new moon on January 31, 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 31, 1989?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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