Moon Phase on January 16, 2025
On Thursday, January 16, 2025 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 93% illuminated and 17.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, January 16, 2025
- Moon age
- 17.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.4 days
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Moon Data for January 16, 2025
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 92.9%
- Moon age
- 17.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Leo → Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 392,247 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 16, 2025
What was the moon phase on January 16, 2025?
On Thursday, January 16, 2025 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 93% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 16, 2025?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, January 13, 2025 and Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Was there a new moon on January 16, 2025?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, December 30, 2024 and Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 16, 2025?
The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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