Moon Phase on January 18, 1998
On Sunday, January 18, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 71% illuminated and 20.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, January 18, 1998
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.3 days
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Moon Data for January 18, 1998
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 71.3%
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 404,543 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About January 18, 1998
What was the moon phase on January 18, 1998?
On Sunday, January 18, 1998 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 71% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 18, 1998?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, January 12, 1998 and Wednesday, February 11, 1998.
Was there a new moon on January 18, 1998?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, December 29, 1997 and Wednesday, January 28, 1998.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 18, 1998?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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