Moon Phase on January 23, 1991

On Wednesday, January 23, 1991 the moon was a First Quarter, 49% illuminated and 7.3 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 14:22 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Wednesday, January 23, 1991

Illumination49%
Moon age
7.3 days
Full Moon
in 6.8 days

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Moon Data for January 23, 1991

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
49.0%
Moon age
7.3 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Aries → Taurus
Distance from Earth
375,187 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on January 23, 1991, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter14:22 UTCJan 23, 2:22 PM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About January 23, 1991

What was the moon phase on January 23, 1991?

On Wednesday, January 23, 1991 the moon was a First Quarter, with 49% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 23, 1991?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, December 31, 1990 and Wednesday, January 30, 1991.

Was there a new moon on January 23, 1991?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, January 15, 1991 and Thursday, February 14, 1991.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 23, 1991?

The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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