Moon Phase on January 24, 2006

On Tuesday, January 24, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 31% illuminated and 24.0 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Tuesday, January 24, 2006

Illumination31%
Moon age
24.0 days
New Moon
in 5.1 days

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Moon Data for January 24, 2006

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
31.4%
Moon age
24.0 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
382,979 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 24, 2006

What was the moon phase on January 24, 2006?

On Tuesday, January 24, 2006 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 31% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 24, 2006?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, January 14, 2006 and Monday, February 13, 2006.

Was there a new moon on January 24, 2006?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, December 31, 2005 and Sunday, January 29, 2006.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 24, 2006?

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

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