Moon Phase on January 3, 2023
On Tuesday, January 3, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 89% illuminated and 11.6 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
- Moon age
- 11.6 days
- Full Moon
- in 3.5 days
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Moon Data for January 3, 2023
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 89.4%
- Moon age
- 11.6 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 399,026 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.
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About the Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About January 3, 2023
What was the moon phase on January 3, 2023?
On Tuesday, January 3, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 89% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 11.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 3, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, December 8, 2022 and Friday, January 6, 2023.
Was there a new moon on January 3, 2023?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, December 23, 2022 and Saturday, January 21, 2023.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 3, 2023?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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