Moon Phase on January 9, 2022

On Sunday, January 9, 2022 the moon was a First Quarter, 48% illuminated and 7.1 days old. This was the day of the exact first quarter at 18:11 UTC.

Waxing · Moon phase

First Quarter

Sunday, January 9, 2022

Illumination48%
Moon age
7.1 days
Full Moon
in 8.5 days

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Moon Data for January 9, 2022

Phase
First Quarter
Illumination
47.6%
Moon age
7.1 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Aries
Distance from Earth
393,096 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 9, 2022, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
First Quarter18:11 UTCJan 9, 6:11 PM 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 9, 2022

What was the moon phase on January 9, 2022?

On Sunday, January 9, 2022 the moon was a First Quarter, with 48% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 7.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on January 9, 2022?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, December 19, 2021 and Monday, January 17, 2022.

Was there a new moon on January 9, 2022?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, January 2, 2022 and Tuesday, February 1, 2022.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 9, 2022?

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

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