Moon Phase on January 3, 2024
On Wednesday, January 3, 2024 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 56% illuminated and 21.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
- Moon age
- 21.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 0.6 days
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Moon Data for January 3, 2024
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 56.3%
- Moon age
- 21.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 402,765 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About January 3, 2024
What was the moon phase on January 3, 2024?
On Wednesday, January 3, 2024 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 56% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 3, 2024?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 and Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Was there a new moon on January 3, 2024?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 and Thursday, January 11, 2024.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 3, 2024?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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