Moon Phase on January 9, 2002
On Wednesday, January 9, 2002 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 17% illuminated and 25.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, January 9, 2002
- Moon age
- 25.6 days
- New Moon
- in 4.1 days
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Moon Data for January 9, 2002
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 16.6%
- Moon age
- 25.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 382,805 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 9, 2002
What was the moon phase on January 9, 2002?
On Wednesday, January 9, 2002 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 17% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 9, 2002?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, December 30, 2001 and Monday, January 28, 2002.
Was there a new moon on January 9, 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 9, 2002?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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