Moon Phase on January 2, 2000

On Sunday, January 2, 2000 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 16% illuminated and 25.7 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Sunday, January 2, 2000

Illumination16%
Moon age
25.7 days
New Moon
in 4.3 days

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Moon Data for January 2, 2000

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
15.5%
Moon age
25.7 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
404,703 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 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 2, 2000

What was the moon phase on January 2, 2000?

On Sunday, January 2, 2000 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 16% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.7 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 2, 2000?

No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, December 22, 1999 and Friday, January 21, 2000.

Was there a new moon on January 2, 2000?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, December 7, 1999 and Thursday, January 6, 2000.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 2, 2000?

The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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