Moon Phase on January 2, 2001

On Tuesday, January 2, 2001 the moon was a First Quarter, 46% illuminated and 7.0 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 22:32 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Tuesday, January 2, 2001

Illumination46%
Moon age
7.0 days
Full Moon
in 7.4 days

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Moon Data for January 2, 2001

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
45.7%
Moon age
7.0 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Aries
Distance from Earth
394,416 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on January 2, 2001, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter22:32 UTCJan 2, 10:32 PM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About January 2, 2001

What was the moon phase on January 2, 2001?

On Tuesday, January 2, 2001 the moon was a First Quarter, with 46% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 2, 2001?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, December 11, 2000 and Tuesday, January 9, 2001.

Was there a new moon on January 2, 2001?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, December 25, 2000 and Wednesday, January 24, 2001.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 2, 2001?

The moon was in Aries for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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