Moon Phase on January 2, 2002
On Wednesday, January 2, 2002 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 88% illuminated and 18.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, January 2, 2002
- Moon age
- 18.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.7 days
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Moon Data for January 2, 2002
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 87.7%
- Moon age
- 18.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 365,421 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 2, 2002
What was the moon phase on January 2, 2002?
On Wednesday, January 2, 2002 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 88% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 2, 2002?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, December 30, 2001 and Monday, January 28, 2002.
Was there a new moon on January 2, 2002?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, December 14, 2001 and Sunday, January 13, 2002.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 2, 2002?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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