Moon Phase on January 27, 2026
On Tuesday, January 27, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 65% illuminated and 8.8 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- Moon age
- 8.8 days
- Full Moon
- in 5.4 days
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Moon Data for January 27, 2026
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 64.8%
- Moon age
- 8.8 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 368,678 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About January 27, 2026
What was the moon phase on January 27, 2026?
On Tuesday, January 27, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 65% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 8.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on January 27, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, January 3, 2026 and Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Was there a new moon on January 27, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, January 18, 2026 and Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on January 27, 2026?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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