Moon Phase on January 16, 2026
On Friday, January 16, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 5% illuminated and 27.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, January 16, 2026
- Moon age
- 27.4 days
- New Moon
- in 2.3 days
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Moon Data for January 16, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 5.3%
- Moon age
- 27.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 402,066 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 16, 2026
What was the moon phase on January 16, 2026?
On Friday, January 16, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 5% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 16, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, January 3, 2026 and Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Was there a new moon on January 16, 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 16, 2026?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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