Moon Phase on January 4, 2026
On Sunday, January 4, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 98% illuminated and 16.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, January 4, 2026
- Moon age
- 16.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.2 days
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Moon Data for January 4, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 98.3%
- Moon age
- 16.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Cancer → Leo
- Distance from Earth
- 366,000 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 4, 2026
What was the moon phase on January 4, 2026?
On Sunday, January 4, 2026 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 98% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 4, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, January 3, 2026 and Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Was there a new moon on January 4, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, December 20, 2025 and Sunday, January 18, 2026.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 4, 2026?
The moon moved from Cancer into Leo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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