Moon Phase on January 30, 2011

On Sunday, January 30, 2011 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 13% illuminated and 26.1 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Sunday, January 30, 2011

Illumination13%
Moon age
26.1 days
New Moon
in 3.6 days

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Moon Data for January 30, 2011

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
12.5%
Moon age
26.1 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
389,061 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 30, 2011

What was the moon phase on January 30, 2011?

On Sunday, January 30, 2011 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 13% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 30, 2011?

No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 and Friday, February 18, 2011.

Was there a new moon on January 30, 2011?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, January 4, 2011 and Thursday, February 3, 2011.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 30, 2011?

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

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