Moon Phase on January 17, 1993
On Sunday, January 17, 1993 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 26% illuminated and 24.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Sunday, January 17, 1993
- Moon age
- 24.5 days
- New Moon
- in 5.3 days
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Moon Data for January 17, 1993
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 25.8%
- Moon age
- 24.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 383,828 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 17, 1993
What was the moon phase on January 17, 1993?
On Sunday, January 17, 1993 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 26% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 17, 1993?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, January 8, 1993 and Saturday, February 6, 1993.
Was there a new moon on January 17, 1993?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, December 24, 1992 and Friday, January 22, 1993.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 17, 1993?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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