Moon Phase on January 31, 1996

On Wednesday, January 31, 1996 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 85% illuminated and 11.0 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Wednesday, January 31, 1996

Illumination85%
Moon age
11.0 days
Full Moon
in 4.2 days

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Moon Data for January 31, 1996

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
85.0%
Moon age
11.0 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Gemini → Cancer
Distance from Earth
405,550 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 Waxing Gibbous

The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.

Spiritual Meaning

Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.

Questions About January 31, 1996

What was the moon phase on January 31, 1996?

On Wednesday, January 31, 1996 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 85% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 11.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 31, 1996?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, January 5, 1996 and Sunday, February 4, 1996.

Was there a new moon on January 31, 1996?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, January 20, 1996 and Sunday, February 18, 1996.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 31, 1996?

The moon moved from Gemini into Cancer during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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