Moon Phase on January 11, 2026
On Sunday, January 11, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 42% illuminated and 22.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Sunday, January 11, 2026
- Moon age
- 22.9 days
- New Moon
- in 7.3 days
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Moon Data for January 11, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 42.1%
- Moon age
- 22.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 402,079 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 11, 2026
What was the moon phase on January 11, 2026?
On Sunday, January 11, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 42% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 22.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 11, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, January 3, 2026 and Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Was there a new moon on January 11, 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 11, 2026?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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