Moon Phase on January 20, 2023
On Friday, January 20, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 3% illuminated and 27.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, January 20, 2023
- Moon age
- 27.9 days
- New Moon
- in 1.4 days
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Moon Data for January 20, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 3.0%
- Moon age
- 27.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 358,450 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 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 20, 2023
What was the moon phase on January 20, 2023?
On Friday, January 20, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 3% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 20, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, January 6, 2023 and Sunday, February 5, 2023.
Was there a new moon on January 20, 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 20, 2023?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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