Moon Phase on January 27, 2015

On Tuesday, January 27, 2015 the moon was a First Quarter, 53% illuminated and 7.7 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 04:49 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Illumination53%
Moon age
7.7 days
Full Moon
in 7.5 days

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Moon Data for January 27, 2015

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
53.4%
Moon age
7.7 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Taurus
Distance from Earth
379,193 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on January 27, 2015, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter04:49 UTCJan 27, 4:49 AM UTC

About the First Quarter

Half of the moon is illuminated, representing a time of decision-making and overcoming challenges. The moon continues to grow in light.

Spiritual Meaning

A period of action and commitment. Challenges may arise, but this is when you prove your dedication to your goals. Stay focused and determined.

Questions About January 27, 2015

What was the moon phase on January 27, 2015?

On Tuesday, January 27, 2015 the moon was a First Quarter, with 53% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.7 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 27, 2015?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, January 5, 2015 and Tuesday, February 3, 2015.

Was there a new moon on January 27, 2015?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 and Wednesday, February 18, 2015.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 27, 2015?

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

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