Moon Phase on January 29, 2009

On Thursday, January 29, 2009 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, 10% illuminated and 2.9 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Crescent

Thursday, January 29, 2009

Illumination10%
Moon age
2.9 days
First Quarter
in 4.5 days

See today’s moonrise and moonset times where you are.

Moon Data for January 29, 2009

Phase
Waxing Crescent
Illumination
9.5%
Moon age
2.9 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Pisces
Distance from Earth
393,149 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 Waxing Crescent

A thin sliver of the moon becomes visible as it moves away from the Sun. This phase symbolizes growth, intention, and the first steps toward manifesting your goals.

Spiritual Meaning

Focus on taking action toward your intentions. This is a period of building momentum and gathering energy for what you wish to create.

Questions About January 29, 2009

What was the moon phase on January 29, 2009?

On Thursday, January 29, 2009 the moon was a Waxing Crescent, with 10% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 2.9 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 29, 2009?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, January 11, 2009 and Monday, February 9, 2009.

Was there a new moon on January 29, 2009?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, January 26, 2009 and Wednesday, February 25, 2009.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 29, 2009?

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

Look Up Another Date

Find the moon phase on a birthday, wedding day or any other date.