Moon Phase on January 24, 1990

On Wednesday, January 24, 1990 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 6% illuminated and 27.3 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Wednesday, January 24, 1990

Illumination6%
Moon age
27.3 days
New Moon
in 2.3 days

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Moon Data for January 24, 1990

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
5.8%
Moon age
27.3 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Capricorn
Distance from Earth
391,925 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 24, 1990

What was the moon phase on January 24, 1990?

On Wednesday, January 24, 1990 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 6% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 24, 1990?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, January 11, 1990 and Friday, February 9, 1990.

Was there a new moon on January 24, 1990?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, December 28, 1989 and Friday, January 26, 1990.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 24, 1990?

The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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