Moon Phase on January 5, 1997
On Sunday, January 5, 1997 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 18% illuminated and 25.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Sunday, January 5, 1997
- Moon age
- 25.5 days
- New Moon
- in 3.7 days
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Moon Data for January 5, 1997
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 17.7%
- Moon age
- 25.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 377,674 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 5, 1997
What was the moon phase on January 5, 1997?
On Sunday, January 5, 1997 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 18% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 5, 1997?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, December 24, 1996 and Thursday, January 23, 1997.
Was there a new moon on January 5, 1997?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, December 10, 1996 and Thursday, January 9, 1997.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 5, 1997?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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