February 4 and 5, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

Source: MoonGiant.com

Northern Hemisphere

February 4, 2024

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Crescent phase. This phase is best viewed just before the sunrise in the western sky. In this phase the Moon’s illumination is growing smaller each day until the New Moon. During this part of the Moon cycle, the Moon is getting closer to the Sun as viewed from Earth and the night side of the Moon is facing the Earth with only a small edge of the Moon being illuminated. It can also be a great time to see the features of the Moon’s surface. Along the edge where the illuminated portion meets the dark side, the craters and mountains cast long shadows making them easier to observe with a telescope or binoculars.

Visit the February 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on February 4 has an illumination of 35%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On February 4 the Moon is 23.62 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 35%
Moon Age: 23.62 days
Moon Angle: 0.51
Moon Distance: 387,085.40 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,479,268.17 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

The 8 Lunar Phases

There are 8 lunar phases the Moon goes through in its 29.53 days lunar cycle. The 4 major Moon phases are Full Moon, New Moon, First Quarter and Last Quarter. Between these major phases, there are 4 minor ones: the Waxing Crescent, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous and Waning Crescent. For more info on the Moon Cycle and on each phase check out Wikipedia Lunar Phase page.

Southern Hemisphere

5 February 2024

Visit the February 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Crescent Phase

The Waning Crescent on February 5 has an illumination of 25%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On February 5 the Moon is 24.62 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Crescent
Illumination: 25%
Moon Age: 24.62 days
Moon Angle: 0.52
Moon Distance: 382,174.69 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,502,762.73 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

The 8 Lunar Phases

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, February 4 to Saturday, February 10, 2024

Click here to read Georgia Nicols Daily, Weekly and Monthly Horoscopes

All Signs

This week offers infinite possibilities of change. You might change your daily routine. You might change your job, or your residence. You might change a romantic partner, or attract a new romance, especially midweek! This is because our wishful thinking is lined up with a vortex of energy that will make some dreams come true. It’s possible this requires a new way of “seeing” things. Especially what you expect for yourself. We know that when we change the way we see things, the things we see change. In the same way that language can limit our choices, many unrealized dreams are eclipsed by fear and lack of imagination. Remember Dumbo’s magic feather? “Saw a peanut stand, heard a rubber band, saw a needle that winked its eye. But I think I will have seen everything when I see an elephant fly.”

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a popular week for you! You might have a position of leadership in an organization or a group. You will definitely have busy discussions with others, especially younger people. Do be aware that this is the perfect week to share your hopes and dreams for the future with someone because their feedback might help you. Run your ideas up the flagpole because whatever feedback you get will be critical to your success. This week, your plans to accomplish something now or in the future are predicated on whether or not you believe it’s possible. Remember, it wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark. Think big!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You have an advantage over all the other signs if you want to achieve your dreams right now. The fact is that the Sun is at the top of your chart, which casts you in an imaginary “spotlight,” which is flattering! This means others are impressed with you and have respect and faith in you even if you don’t do anything different. Meanwhile, you might have longed-for ideas about travel plans, dealing with foreign countries, issues related to publishing, medicine and the law or anything to do with higher education and getting training or teaching. It’s important for you to believe that your dreams are achievable. Knock on the door.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Plans to travel or do something to expand your world fill your thoughts. These plans might include publishing, the media or something to do with higher education. They might also relate to medical or legal matters. Whatever the case, if you need to attract the financial support or the practical support of a partner or third party in order to make your dreams come true – this is a strong possibility this week. Look for ways to support what it is that you want to do. After all, lucky Jupiter enters your sign this year for the first time in 12 years, which means good fortune is coming your way! This is your chance to go for the gold!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

It’s not surprising that you’re focused on financial matters related to taxes, debt and insurance issues. You might also be thinking a lot about inheritances, shared property or how to divide or share something. As you ponder these issues, it’s important to know that this week, you can get practical or financial assistance and help from another source — perhaps a close friend, partner or even an organization or business. The key is to believe that you can get this help. Obviously, you’ll have to ask for it. If you’re turned down, you’re no worse off than you are right now. But this week has magical possibilities for all of us! Reach out for assistance. See what happens.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Your focus on close friends and partners is strong. Fortunately, you have more objectivity to see these relationships, which in turn, gives you the insight and awareness about how to improve them. (Obviously, the improvements will be based on your own choices and behaviour because you can’t expect the other person to change.) Meanwhile, in another part of the forest, all kinds of possibilities related to your job or your health might offer radical changes this week. You might see that something is doable because you learned about it for the first time, or you have more information about it. The key is to believe that it’s possible! The rest is up to you.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You’re still in work mode, which is why you’re giving everything your best shot. It’s also why you want to be efficient and effective in everything you do. You want your actions to count, which is why you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and get the job done. Nevertheless, it’s important to know that romantic possibilities abound for your sign this week! Oh yes! It’s glass slipper time! Don’t be afraid to dream the impossible. Make the first move. At least, smile a little or flirt. Existing romantic relationships can also feel recharged in an exciting way. Think positive! Remember Richard Bach: “Argue for your limitations and they’re yours.”

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This is a playful time for you, which is why many of you are socializing more than usual. You might also enjoy sports events and fun activities with kids. You will certainly enjoy a vacation! Nevertheless, be aware that exciting changes related to romance are possible this week. New romance, especially midweek, is a definite promise for many of you. Think positive and keep your eyes open! Be friendly. Be receptive. Meanwhile, some of you will bring about changes within your family dynamic or your home — perhaps something that you’ve always wanted to do? These changes might be something you thought were impossible; but now it appears they might be a reality. Good luck!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This is an interesting week for you. For starters, home, family and your private life are your primary focus. In fact, many of you might be dealing with a parent more than usual. Family discussions and home repairs will take up some of your time. However, perhaps more than any other sign, you have the ability now to make some wishes come true! If you focus strongly or believe in something that you want to achieve, and make the effort to do so, your chances for success will be excellent. Yes, this sounds like clap your hands if you believe in fairies. But this kind of astrological influence is actually at play for you in your chart this week.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You have a full schedule of errands, tasks, increased reading, writing and studying as well as visits with friends, siblings, neighbours and relatives. Yes, you’re busy! Some of you are also learning and studying as well as teaching. Despite all that is going on, it’s good for you to take a beat and think about your finances and cash flow. You might also consider your belongings and everything you own. This is because it might be possible for you to change your financial status, or wealth, or assets by acting on a wish that you have. You might have had this wish before but you doubted it would come true. Why not try it?

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your focus on earnings and cash flow continues this week. In fact, some of you might have excellent moneymaking ideas or you might see ways to boost your income. However, an unusual influence is present in your chart this week that will make you more perceptive than usual, particularly to the needs of others. You will feel fulfilled if you can help friends or family who are in a pinch or suffering in some way. You might also seek time to meditate or pursue self-care. Some of you might be more interested in psychic phenomena and occult literature because you’re in touch with your imagination and realm of possibilities. Don’t hesitate to act on some of your wishes because they might materialize.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You are an idealistic sign, especially when it comes to helping friends or working to improve society and this global village we call planet Earth. Therefore, it’s important to know that you are particularly strong now because the Sun, Mercury and Pluto are in your sign. When you speak, you’re convincing! Others will listen to you. Meanwhile, a particular astrological influence is present this week that means you might work behind the scenes to benefit someone or to benefit a group. There’s no question that your idealism is aroused and you want to make a difference. This is also a strong time for a hidden romance, especially midweek. You might meet someone. Anything could happen. Keep an open mind to all kinds of new possibilities.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This week you prefer to be private and play things low-key. Nevertheless, you might be pulled out of your personal space if you have an opportunity to help someone. Or you might work on behalf of a charitable organization or a group that provides aid to people who are less fortunate or in trouble. If you see an opportunity to do this, you will definitely act because you will have a genuine concern for the welfare of others. However, you might also use this same influence in a creative, artistic way. You might work with a theatrical group or the entertainment world by using your imagination.

Spell For Thursday – EGG BATH FOR PEACE

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EGG BATH FOR PEACE

This is a bath to bring peace into your life. (From the Yahoo Group “Adult_Witchcraft”)

You may need:

White candle

3 Eggs

White towel

White clothing

Birdseed or bread

A Tablespoon each of:

Salt

Florida water

Rose petals

-mint

-parsley

-sage

-bay leaf

-rosemary

-nutmeg

By the light of a white candle add the following to your bath:

Salt, Florida water, rose petals, mint, parsley, sage, bay leaf, rosemary, nutmeg and 3 eggs.

Bathe with the eggs, being careful not to break them. When you are finished, dry off with a white towel and put on white clothes.

Take the eggs to a wooded area or park and leave them under a tree along with birdseed or bread.

February 1 and 2, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

Source: MoonGiant.com

Northern Hemisphere

February 1, 2024

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Waning Gibbous. During this phase the Moon can be seen in the early morning daylight hours on the western horizon. This is the first phase after the Full Moon occurs. It lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon’s illumination growing smaller each day until the Moon becomes a Last Quarter Moon with an illumination of 50%. The average Moon rise for this phase is between 9pm and Midnight depending on the age of the phase. The moon rises later and later each night setting after sunrise in the morning.

Visit the January 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on February 1 has an illumination of 64%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On February 1 the Moon is 20.81 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 64%
Moon Age: 20.81 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 399,624.31 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,412,663.63 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

The 8 Lunar Phases

Southern Hemisphere

2 February 2024

The Moon’s current phase for today and tonight is a Last Quarter phase. This phase occurs roughly 3 weeks after the New Moon when the Moon is three quarter of the way through it’s orbit around the earth. If you live in the northern hemisphere the Moons left side will be illuminated and the right side will be dark. For those of you in the southern hemisphere it will be the opposite with the right side illuminated. Also called a Third Quarter phase, it will rise around midnight on the eastern horizon and set in the west around noon the next day. In the days following the Third Quarter Phase the Moon’s illumination will decrees each day until the New Moon.

Visit the February 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Last Quarter Phase

The Last Quarter on February 2 has an illumination of 55%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On February 2 the Moon is 21.72 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Last Quarter
Illumination: 55%
Moon Age: 21.72 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 396,025.07 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,434,211.36 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

The 8 Lunar Phases

Snow Moon: Full Moon in February 2024

Source: almanac.com

Got your snow shovels ready? February’s full Snow Moon reaches its peak on Saturday, February 24, 2024! It’s also a micromoon! How is that different from a supermoon? Why is it called the full Snow Moon? Find out in our February Moon Guide!

When to See the Full Moon in February 2024

February’s full Snow Moon reaches peak illumination at 7:30 A.M. EST on Saturday, February 24. It will be below the horizon at this time, so for the best view of this Moon, look for it starting the night before or later on Saturday; it will drift above the horizon in the east around sunset and reach its highest point in the sky around midnight. See when the Moon will be visible in your area.

February Micromoon

February’s full Moon is a “Micromoon” this year. Think of this term as the opposite of a “Supermoon.” It simply means that the full Moon is at its farthest point from Earth (not the nearest point). In astronomical terms, we call this “apogee.” Specifically, February’s Micro full Moon is about 252,225 miles from Earth.

Why is the Moon nearer or farther (in this instance) from Earth? Simple: The Moon orbits Earth in an elliptical path. One side is nearer to Earth, and one side is farther. This distance affects the Moon’s size and brightness, although it’s probably not visible to the naked eye. The perceived size of the Moon from Earth is more related to the “Moon Illusion” and how close the Moon appears to the horizon; in this case, it’s high above the horizon, so it may not appear to loom over us the way it appears when it’s near the horizon.

Why Is It Called the Snow Moon?

The full Moon names used by The Old Farmer’s Almanac come from a number of places, including Native American, Colonial American, and European sources. Traditionally, each full Moon name was applied to the entire lunar month in which it occurred, not just to the full Moon itself.

The Snow Moon

The explanation behind February’s full Moon name is a fairly straightforward one: it’s known as the Snow Moon due to the typically heavy snowfall that occurs in February. On average, February is the United States’ snowiest month, according to data from the National Weather Service. In the 1760s, Captain Jonathan Carver, who had visited with the Naudowessie (Dakota), wrote that the name used for this period was the Snow Moon, “because more snow commonly falls during this month than any other in the winter.”

Alternative February Moon Names

Names for this month’s Moon have historically had a connection to animals. The Cree traditionally called this the Bald Eagle Moon or Eagle Moon. The Ojibwe Bear Moon and Tlingit Black Bear Moon refer to the time when bear cubs are born. The Dakota also call this the Raccoon Moon; certain Algonquin peoples named it the Groundhog Moon, and the Haida named it Goose Moon.

Another theme of this month’s Moon names is scarcity. The Cherokee names of Month of the Bony Moon and Hungry Moon give evidence to the fact that food was hard to come by at this time.

Moon Phases for February 2024

All dates and times listed below are Eastern Standard Time. See the Almanac’s Moon Phase Calendar for times in your city/state.

February Moon Phase Dates and Times

	Last Quarter: February 2, 6:18 P.M.
	New Moon: February 9, 5:59 P.M.
	First Quarter: February 16, 10:01 A.M.
	Full Moon: February 24, 7:30 A.M.

Best Days in February 2024

Below are the Best Days for activities, based on the Moon’s sign and phase in February.

For Planting…
…Aboveground crops: 10, 11
…Belowground crops: 2, 3, 29

For Setting Eggs
18, 25-27

For Fishing
9-24

→ See all our Best Days for various activities.

Moon Facts and Folklore

On February 6, 1971, Alan Shepard became the first man to hit a golf ball on the Moon.

Did you know that the Moon’s diameter is 2,160 miles? This is less than the width of the United States (approximately 3,000 miles), and 0.27 of Earth’s diameter (7,926 miles).

Wolves have howled at the Moon for centuries, yet it is still there.

And hand in hand, on the edge of the sand, they danced by the light of the Moon.
—Edward Lear, English poet (1812-88)

February 2024 Moon Details

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

Source: MoonGiant.com

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Last Quarter
February 2
23:18 UTC

New Moon
February 9
22:59 UTC

First Quarter
February 16
15:01 UTC

The Full Moon for this month will occur later in the month on Saturday, February 24th. The New Moon is earlier in the month on Friday, February 9th.

February’s Full Moon

As the snowiest month in the United States, February’s full moon is commonly known as the Full Snow Moon in Native American cultures. These ancient tribes named this moon after the way trees cracked in the cold, or how people had to sit shoulder to shoulder around the fire for warmth. Even the Celts called it the Moon of Ice. As expected of the coldest month in the year, the Full Snow Moon is also known by more sinister names, such as the Bone Moon.

The Cherokee tribe called February’s full moon the Bone Moon because by this point, the tribe’s winter food supplies had usually dwindled to the point where people had to gnaw on bones and cook bone marrow soup in order to survive. For the same reason, the Kalapuya tribe called this moon the Out of Food Moon. Appropriately, it’s also known as the Hunger Moon and the Little Famine Moon. Perhaps due to this month’s association with death, the Cherokee tribe would commune with their dead ancestors during the Bone Moon. A didanawiskawi, or a medicine person, would host a medicine dance for the community. Fasting and rituals for the dead were also common practices.

However, not all cultures associate February’s full moon with extreme cold and death. The Hopi tribe calls it the Moon of Purification and Renewal, which is very fitting because the Full Snow Moon is usually the very first full moon of the year according to the lunar calendar. Cultures that follow the lunar calendar, especially East Asian cultures, tend to associate the Full Snow Moon with new beginnings for this very reason. The ancient Chinese, for example, called it the Budding Moon.

As a matter of fact, celebrations of February’s full moon are the climax of Lunar New Year festivities in various East Asian countries. In China, the Full Snow Moon is celebrated during the Lantern Festival, also known as the Yuanxiao Festival, which is the 15th day of the Lunar New Year. During this festival, the Chinese release kongming lanterns into the sky as they admire the full moon and eat tangyuan, glutinous rice balls that are usually filled with sweet paste. The round shape of the balls symbolize family togetherness and bring good luck to the whole family.

Many East Asian cultures in general also light lanterns and bonfires to celebrate February’s full moon. According to an ancient Chinese legend, not long after Buddhism was brought into China, 17 deities were witnessed flying through the sky during the first full moon of the Lunar New Year. Shocked and excited, the populace lit fires and lanterns to see the godly beings better. They continued to do so year after year, but for more practical reasons – to chase away pests and to pray for a good crop in the upcoming spring.

In Korea, where February’s full moon is known as Daeboreum, these fiery structures are called “Houses of the Burning Moon”. During Daeboreum, Koreans hike mountains despite the freezing temperatures in order to catch a glimpse of the first rise of the first full moon of the Lunar New Year. According to legend, the very first person to accomplish this feat will have their dearest wish come true.

Local Date and Time for February 2024 Full Moon in major cities around the world:

Los Angeles,
San Francisco,
Vancouver
February 24, 2024
4:30am PST

Denver,
Salt Lake City,
Calgary
February 24, 2024
5:30am MST

Chicago,
Houston,
San Antonio
February 24, 2024
6:30am CST

New York,
Toronto,
Atlanta
February 24, 2024
7:30am EST

London,
Manchester,
Dublin
February 24, 2024
12:30pm GMT

Paris,
Rome,
Berlin
February 24, 2024
1:30pm CET

Athens,
Istanbul,
Helsinki
February 24, 2024
2:30pm EET

Dubai,
Abu Dhabi,
Muscat
February 24, 2024
4:30pm +04

Bangalore,
Mumbai,
New Delhi
February 24, 2024
6:00pm IST

Singapore,
Kuala Lumpur
February 24, 2024
8:30pm +08

Perth,
Hong Kong,
Beijing
February 24, 2024
8:30pm AWST

Sydney,
Brisbane,
Melbourne
February 24, 2024
11:30pm AEDT

Moon Phases Printable Calendar for February 2024

Source: en.tutiempo.net

February Monthly Posts

We just found out the company Big Dawg works is changing how they will be paying him starting tomorrow at 12:00 AM CST. Since I do all the paperwork and computer stuff it means a long night for me figuring this out before we leave around 6:30 AM CST tomorrow. So, I will try to get all the monthly posts up no later than this Sunday evening. I am very sorry for the delay, but his job is what pays our bills, food on the table, vet bills, etc. to keep our household going I unfortunately need to put that first this evening. I hope you understand. Thank you very much for your patience

January 31 and February 1, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

Source: MoonGiant.com

Northern Hemisphere

January 31, 2024

Visit the January 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on January 31 has an illumination of 73%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On January 31 the Moon is 19.91 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 73%
Moon Age: 19.91 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 402,437.21 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,391,779.03 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

The 8 Lunar Phases

Southern Hemisphere

1 February 2024

Visit the January 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 64%
Moon Age: 20.81 days
Moon Angle: 0.50
Moon Distance: 399,624.31 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,412,663.63 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

The 8 Lunar Phases

A Laugh for Today

January 30 and 31, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

Source: MoonGiant.com

Northern Hemisphere

January 30, 2024

Visit the January 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on January 30 has an illumination of 81%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On January 30 the Moon is 19.02 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 81%
Moon Age: 19.02 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 404,368.68 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,371,564.29 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

The 8 Lunar Phases

Southern Hemisphere

31 January 2024

Visit the January 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 73%
Moon Age: 19.91 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 402,437.21 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,391,779.03 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

The 8 Lunar Phases

A Thought for Today

December 29, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern Hemisphere

You can use this link to go forward or backward in time for Moon phase information. If you are curious, you can even find out what phase the Moon was in when you or anyone else was born.

Source: MoonGiant.com

Visit the January 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on January 29 has an illumination of 88%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On January 29 the Moon is 18.13 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 88%
Moon Age: 18.13 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 405,364.38 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,352,025.95 km

Useful Moon Resources

Check the weather before a night of Moon gazing at weather.com

For a list of all the current meteor showers visit American Meteor Society

The 8 Lunar Phases

Divination Journal

Tarot Card

Source: labyrinthos.co

The Sun – Major Arcana

Sun Keywords

Upright Keywords	Reversed Keywords
happiness, success, optimism, vitality, joy, confidence, happiness, truth	blocked happiness, excessive enthusiasm, pessimism, unrealistic expectations, conceitedness
Skip to Upright Meaning	Skip to Reversed Meaning

The Sun Tarot Card Description

The Sun card presents an feeling of optimism and fulfillment. This card represents the dawn which follows the darkest of nights. The Sun is the source of all the life on our planet, and it represents life energy itself. There is a child depicted in the card, playing joyfully in the foreground. A symbol of our innocence, it represents the happiness that occurs when you are in alignment with your true self. The child is naked, meaning that he has absolutely nothing to hide. The card also depicts the childhood innocence and absolute purity. This is particularly emphasized through the white horse upon which the child is riding. The horse here is also a symbol of strength and nobility.

Animal Spirit Guide or Helper

Source: Uniguide.com

Owl

Owl symbolism and meanings include wisdom, intuition, supernatural power, independent thinking, and observant listening. The mysterious owl has been a subject in the myths and folklore of cultures around the world for centuries. After all, owl species exist on every continent except Antarctica, thus most of us are aware of owls. In addition, the owl spirit animal is an important figure to many who feel a kinship with these special birds. In this post, you’ll learn about owl symbolism, the owl in mythology and folklore, owl spiritual meanings, and more.

What do owls symbolize?

Detailed Owl Meanings and Symbols

Owl Spirit Animal

Owl Power Animal

Owl Totem

Owl Meaning in the Mythology of Ancient Cultures

Greek Owl Meaning

Owl Symbolism in Ancient Rome

Owl Meaning in the Bible

African Owl Symbolism

Celtic Owl Meaning

Native American Owl Meaning

Owl Dream Meaning

Owl Tattoo

Organizations that Protect Owls

Rune

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Yr

Sound: “y” as in “yoga”
Stands for: Bow made from a Yew Tree
Casting meaning: Yr symbolizes the perfect combination of skills and knowledge applied to materials taken from nature. This rune lets us know when we are in the “right spot” for a situation, and is good to use when looking for lost objects.

Witches Rune

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Sun

Growth, new beginnings, fertility, prosperity, solar magic, god

When this witches rune pops up in a reading, I typically smile. The sun means different things to different people; however, the fact that it sustains the planet also means it sustains our lives and brings an abundance of good things. Also linked to our solar plexus, vitality, health and self confidence.

Ogham

Source: LearnReligions.com

Beith/Beth

Letter B

Beith, or Beth, corresponds to the letter B in the alphabet, and is associated with the Birch tree. When this symbol is used, it is representative of new beginnings, change, release, and rebirth. In some traditions, it also has connections with purification.

Birch trees are hardy. They’ll grow just about anywhere, including on bare soil. Because they tend to grow in clusters, what may be just one or two seedlings now can be practically an entire forest in a few decades. In addition to being a sturdy sort of tree, the Birch is useful. In days gone by, it was used for infants’ cradles, and is still harvested today to make cabinets and furniture.

From a magical perspective, there are a number of uses for Birch. The branches are traditionally incorporated into the construction of a besom, and are used for the bristles. Use the white outer bark in ritual in place of paper or parchment–just be sure you only harvest the bark from a fallen Birch tree, not a living one. Ancient herbalists discovered that various parts of this tree can be used for medicinal purposes. Bark was once brewed into a tea to fight fevers, and the leaves were used alternately as a laxative and a diuretic, depending on how they were prepared.

Beith Correspondences

Mundane Aspects: When this symbol appears, it means it’s time to get rid of all those negative influences you’ve been carrying around with you. Figure out what things are bad in your life, which relationships are toxic, and find a way to leave them behind. Instead of being dragged down by the negative, focus on the positive things you have in your life, the blessings and abundance. Use these things as a focus, rather than the harmful or damaging ones.

Magical Aspects: Consider the property of renewal and rebirth, as demonstrated by the Birch. Use this as a tool for spiritual and emotional regrowth, and developing your own ability to regenerate where there has been emptiness or devastation.

I Ching

Source: psychic-revelation.com

Hexagram Thirty-Five/35

Name: Chin.

Keyphrase: Progress.

Formed By The Trigrams: Fire over Earth.

General: An easily won victory should not be taken for granted or treated lightly.

Love: Do not despise easy progress with your love life. Cherish it instead.

Business: Be thankful for your current success.

Personal: Take the time to consolidate your success and share it with those around you.

Overview: Chin is all about progress. Easy progress and the feeling of dissatisfaction that can sometimes arise from such progress. Chin urges you to adopt the same attitude in victory as you would in adversity. Levelheadedness is required in both situations. Chin also warns that you should not try and take advantage of an easy victory for personal gain but must share the success with others.

Numerology

Source: astrogle.com

Thirty-Five

It is creative in business. It is an inventor, gadget-designer, or business adviser. It is social, but does not work well with others. It should freelance.

Angel Number

Source: numerologynation.com

Thirty-Five

Contents

Why are Angels Sending Me Angel Number 35?

What is the Secret Meaning of Angel Number 35 in Numerology?

- Number 3
- Number 5
- Number 8
- Number 35

What Does Angel Number 35 Mean for My Love Life?

What Does Angel Number 35 Mean for My Career?

What is the Spiritual Meaning of Angel Number 35?

What to Do if You Keep Seeing Angel Number 35?

The Bottom Line

Weekly Horoscope Sunday, January 28 to Saturday, February 3, 2024

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All Signs

This week begins with a high-energy influence on Monday and Tuesday, which will help all of us to be able to get a lot done. Do get out of bed and get cracking! Quite literally, we can make hay while the Sun shines. By contrast, following this marvellous two-day burst of energy, we will suddenly want to relax and indulge in favourite pastimes, accompanied with the requisite guilt. (Guilt really does enhance the pleasure of something.) By the weekend, romance will flourish! Eyes across a crowded room and all that. Actually, the Earth signs (Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn) will really dazzle this week. The rest of us will applaud from the sidelines. And naturally, we want our 15% cut.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Your ruler fiery Mars is at the top of your chart lined up with unpredictable Uranus in one of your Money Houses. This means that if you want to really put it out there, and be proactive, and let your ambition channel what’s happening — you might be surprised at the payoff! But what it takes at the beginning of this week will be your commitment to an idea. Bosses, parents and VIPs will be impressed with your commitment and from that, it naturally follows that their favourable view of you will lead to a situation that ultimately can boost your earnings or attract a better job your way. Keep your eyes open. This week – you can’t lose!

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

You make a fabulous impression on bosses, parents and teachers because the Sun is at the top of your chart casting you in a flattering spotlight. (Happens for four weeks once a year.) This is your time to go for the gold! Something unexpected related to foreign countries, higher education, medicine, legal matters or publishing might yield a surprising opportunity. If so, you have to be ready to act. Stay off your heels. If you want to capitalize on this opportunity, be aware that because you look so good to authority figures – they will likely help you or promote your good name. (What’s the point of having an advantage if you don’t use it?)

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You are a freedom-loving soul, and right now you want to “get away from all this.” You want a change of scenery. Ideally, you want to escape to sunny climes with white beaches and people in tropical apparel. (Lots of skin showing.) And because of this desire, many of you will travel and escape to a place that pleases you. Meanwhile, financial matters are favourable this week. It’s an excellent time to ask for a loan or mortgage. Doors will open for you. In fact, gifts, goodies and favours from others will come your way. Personally, feelings of desire are heightened. (Be still my beating heart.) Plan on a romantic weekend at the end of the week. Your adoring fans await you. Yay!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Dealings with others are tricky because three planets are opposite your sign right now – Mercury, Venus and Mars. Naturally, Mercury will encourage conversations and attract talkative people to you. Fair Venus will pave the way for warm, loving relations with those who are closest to you plus members of the general public. However, Mars will make you easily annoyed with someone (probably because they are annoying). This means you will have to demonstrate grace under pressure. You are more sensitive than most people know, which means you have to deal with these feelings as best you can. Fortunately, this is a popular time for you! Furthermore, your time of harvest (happens once every 30 years) is about 18 months away! You have much to look forward to!

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Well, for starters, we do know that you need more sleep. Appreciate your need for more rest and get it. Don’t be a hero by ignoring this because it will only make you impatient or grumpy. Fortunately, this is a productive week for you because three planets are in your House of Employment giving you drive, motivation and the energy to finish what you begin. Furthermore, coworkers will help you. For example, it’s an excellent time to improve your workspace. Of course, with Jupiter at the top of your chart, your reputation is shining! (A gold star for you!) Make the most of this. Now is the time to make your pitch because you look successful!

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

You’re pumped to work and get as much done as possible. Because you’re ambitious to achieve, you will work efficiently and effectively. (Don’t be smug.) (Well, maybe a little.) In addition to your desire to work hard, you also want to improve your health. (You want it all — but why not?) Meanwhile, three planets are highlighting the part of your chart that is about play and vacations! This s why you will particularly enjoy socializing, and meeting friends for lunch, Happy Hour, the movies or drinks. Sports events will also appeal along with playful activities with kids. Take note that this weekend is full of romantic promise, especially Saturday. Enjoy!

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

More than any other sign in the zodiac, you are the one who wants to play. In fact, you might even play hooky because your desire for fun and goofing off is so strong. By all means, slip away on a vacation if you can. Make time to socialize with friends. Enjoy sporting events as well as fun activities with children. Naturally, romance will flourish, especially this weekend. Having said this, there are also three planets that want you to focus on home, family and your private life. This is why you might redecorate and dabble in home repairs as well as entertain at home. Make lists. Keep a schedule. You’re busy!

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

You’re focused on home and family, and perhaps a parent. Like last week, the universe is giving you a double message. Three planets want you to schmooze, which is why you’ll enjoy short trips, meeting people and appreciating your daily surroundings. Many of you will also write, read and study more than usual; plus, all this will happen at a busy, accelerated pace! However, by contrast, part of you will wants to hide at home and eat Ben & Jerry’s Cherry Garcia. Of course, you will bounce back and forth between these contrasting energies. Fortunately, you can eat ice cream wherever you are.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

You’re PowerPoint on steroids this week, especially on Monday and Tuesday. Make the most of the energy that you have at the beginning of this week because you will get a lot done. Your daily pace will accelerate because you have a busy schedule of short trips, errands, conversations with everyone, appointments plus increased reading, writing and studying. It’s a great week to write, sell or teach. Whatever you do, you’ll be productive, especially in the beginning of the week! Meanwhile, three planets are in your Money House attracting money to you and giving you moneymaking ideas. Therefore, make the most of the beginning of this week — then kick back, relax and enjoy yourself.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Your schmooze factor is strong this week because Venus is prominent in your sign. Oh yes, people see you as charming and diplomatic. (And you are!) Plus, they think you’re attractive. (Note: This is still an excellent time to buy wardrobe goodies.) With Mercury and Mars in your sign, you’re proactive, confident and ready to speak up. Meanwhile, the Sun is in your Money House giving you a strong desire to boost your earnings. Therefore, decide what you want and make a bid for it. As the saying goes, you can’t win if you don’t buy a ticket. If you ask for more money and you don’t get it, you’re right where you are now – and you haven’t lost a thing, except your pride. Do it!

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You reign supreme now with the Sun in your sign. Take advantage of this once-a-year blessing, especially in the beginning of the week on Monday and Tuesday when you can go after what you want and probably get it. Yes! You might be involved in some behind-the-scenes deals or work very quietly on your own. Keep in mind that real estate holds a lot of potential for you in terms of speculation or earnings. This weekend is an especially romantic time, and many of you are having a secret love affair. Hmmm. In fact, much of your life is a bit “secretive” right now. This is also an excellent week to do research, perhaps to enrich your family life.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Once again, two opposing influences are at play for your sign. One of them will make you want to seek out some privacy and enjoy your own solitude in beautiful surroundings. However, by contrast, the other influence wants you to schmooze and socialize! It urges you to hang out with younger people and see creative artistic friends. Very likely, some of you are feeling competitive right now perhaps with teams or groups. The important thing to know is that the beginning of this week will bring you wonderful opportunities to achieve your goals. Therefore, use the influence of these social planets to be commanding, confident and get things done. Later in the week, enjoy schmoozing with friends.

Spell for Sunday – Intuitive Guidance Candle Dressing

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Intuitive Guidance Candle Dressing

Often in life we find ourselves in situations where it is difficult to separate a gut feeling from facts. Life is full of contradictions, and sometimes it can be impossible to know which way to turn, which course of action to take, or what really is right for you. This candle dressing can be used whenever you’re facing a hard choice or when outside opinions are at odds with your inner feelings.

For anointing:

1 drop sandalwood oil

1 drop lavender oil,

1 drop frankincense oil

1 teaspoon dried crushed mugwort

1 teaspoon dried crushed eyebright

1 pinch powdered nutmeg

Draw an X shape on a piece of paper to symbolize the many choices you’re facing. Anoint and dress a light purple or light blue candle. Secure it safely in a holder and set it on the intersecting lines of the X. Light your candle when you’re asking for guidance or allow it to safely burn throughout your day. The answer will reveal itself.

Some of the Witchcraft/Magickal Correspondence for Sunday

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Sunday Source: Lee Ann Donaldson January 4, 2015 on Elements Of Magick (Blog has changed it name to Everyday Magick)

Associated with our most powerful planetary influence, the Sun, which rules over things such as individuality, creativity, vitality, will power, and optimism, Sunday is the perfect day to celebrate who you are as an individual, and ideal time for self-expression, creative projects, music, dancing, and perhaps spending time with loved ones. Today, I recommend taking advantage of its power, energy, wealth of spirit. If weather permits, this is an ideal day for being outdoors, picnics, games, and being out in the Sun. Whether it’s with others or just you…today you should get in touch with your inner child. Carpe diem! Do what inspires you most! It will always lead you where you need to go.

Solar Deities: Aine, Irish goddess of love, summer, wealth and sovereignty, Jesus, the SUN of God, Horus, god of the sky whose right eye was considered to be the sun and his left the moon, Ra, god of the sun, Apollo, Olympian god of light, the sun, prophecy, healing, plague, archery, music and poetry, Baldr, god associated with light, beauty, love and happiness,
Freyr, god of fertility, sexuality, peace and sunlight, and the list goes on….

Anointing Oil: One drop of Orange, Clary Sage, and Ylang Ylang in a carrier as or just use three drops of Clary Sage. Ginger and Grapefruit oil are nice.

Herbal Tea: Tansy: Considered a herb of immortality, it will help you comprehend the eternal nature of the life force. Chamomile: Steeped with orange rind and a pinch each of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove – perfect to honor the life-giving powers of the sun. Orange and Mango tea is lovely as well.

Herbs & Plants: Sun flowers and flowers in general on Sunday.

Incense: Anything floral, fruity, spicy and warm….citrus, Cinnamon, Ginger, Orange Blossom

Colors: Golds, coppers, oranges, yellows, and neon pinks, blues and greens!

Crystals: Goldstone, Carnelian, Amber and Tiger’s eye.

Metal: Gold

Tarot cards: The Sun, Three of Cups, Strength, and The Ace of Wands.

A Laugh for Today

Enjoy your Saturday!

Mine is going to be spent helping Big Dawg serve paperwork. Oh what fun….NOT 😂

Goddess – Athena Greek Goddess of Wisdom and War

Athena Greek Goddess of Wisdom and War

Greek Name	Αθηνη
Transliteration	Athênê
Latin Spelling	Athena
Translation	Minerva

ATHENA FACTS
Name(s):	Athena, Athene, Pallas Athena, Pallas Athene
Rules over:	Wisdom and War
Gender:	Female
Symbols:	Owls, Olive trees, Snakes, Aegis, Armor, Helmets, Spears, Gorgoneion
Sacred plants:	Olive Tree
Sacred animals:	Owl
Parents:	Metis; Metis and Zeus; Zeus
Siblings:	Artemis, Aphrodite, the Muses, the Graces, Ares, Apollo, Dionysus, Hebe, Hermes, Heracles, Helen of Troy, Hephaestus, Minos, Perseus, Porus
Roman name:	Minerva

Athena is a Greek goddess known as both Pallas and Athene. In ancient Greek mythology, they often associated her with both warfare and wisdom as well as handicraft, courage, inspiration, civilization, law and justice, strategic warfare, mathematics, strength, strategy, the arts, and skill.

She also shares some things in common with Minerva from Roman mythology. Many refer to her as a protector or a patron of major cities such as Athens.

She is known most specifically for her strategic skill in warfare and is often portrayed as companion of heroes and is the patron goddess of heroic endeavour.

Athena was born from ZEUS after he experienced an enormous headache and she sprang fully grown and in armour FROM HIS FOREHEAD.

She has no mother but one of the most commonly cited stories is that Zeus lay with METIS, the goddess of crafty thought and wisdom, and then swallowed her whole as he feared she will give birth to a child more powerful than him because of a prophecy – but she had already conceived.

Etymology

Scholars believe that her name comes from the city of Athens. Legend says that she was the leader of Athenai. This was a group of women who followed and worshiped her.

There is some debate as to whether the citizens named Athens in honor of her or if she received her name after the city already existed. Many believe that she earned her name as she lived and led in Athens.

As early as 407 BC, PLATO mentioned her name and claimed that others followed her due to her wisdom and knowledge. He further claimed that her name came from the Greek word Athenoa, which can mean moon and earth or air.

Unlike other GREEK GODDESSES and GODS, there isn’t as much known about the early life of Athena. Early tablets called the Linear B tablets mention her name and refer to her as Lady of Athens. Some translate phrases in the Linear A tablets to mean Athena of Zeus as she was the daughter of Zeus.

There are also multiple fresco pieces that show her as a warrior. In one, she holds a shield in her hand and with two women nearby.

The other shows a woman standing in front of multiple rows of women. Some believe that this piece depicts a different or early version of the warrior goddess. Historians also found some early artwork that shows Athena as an owl, which might explain why she is occasionally called a bird goddess.

Patronage

Though not a patron saint, Athena is a goddess. Known for many years as a war goddess, she helped prepare men for the fighting ahead and provided them with the necessary tools and supplies.

She was unlike other GODS AND GODDESSES from ancient Greek tales who thought anything was worth a fight. Goddess Athena believed that people should only go to war as a last resort and only if they fought for a noble or just cause.

In later years, scholars associated her with both HESTIA and ARTEMIS. They also referred to her as Parthenos, which means virgin. Not only did she never marry, but she never took a lover either. Many today believe that the name of the Parthenon comes from the term used to describe her virginity. Citizens chose this name to honor the sexual modesty she had. They believed that her virginity paved the way for other women.

Outside of Athens

Though usually associated with Athens, Athena had followers in other cities. Known as panhellenic cults, these groups consisted of women who followed traditional rites. Most of her followers were young women who believed in socializing with others both in their hometowns and other cities.

While some used these events in the hopes of meeting a suitable man for marriage and citizenship, others simply wanted to make friends and connect with others. Her cults established several sanctuaries in her honor.

One of those sanctuaries is the Spartan Acropolis, which has an epithet dedicated to her. Originally made from bronze to show her connection to metal workers, locals later replaced it. The acropolis also has large bronze and terracotta bells.

Athena Polias is another dedicated to her, which Pytheos of Priene designed. ALEXANDER THE GREAT was on hand to dedicate the temple. An inscription that bears his words is now in the archives of the British Museum. This museum and others also have many sculptures of the goddess.

Other Epithets

As one of the most famous Greek goddess figures, Athena has multiple epithets such as Polias, which shows that she was the protector of Athens. She earned the Ergane name to reflect her role as the helper of artisans. When Orestes faced charges of killing his mother, Athena served as the judge who oversaw his case.

After finding him not guilty, she became known as Areia. There were others who simply referred to her as the goddess. Other epithets used in ancient Greece for her include:

-Hippa, which means equestrian. This refers to the bridle and her similar inventions.

-Aethyia is the name given to her by followers who lived in Megara

-Hygieia, which means health as she was a healthy woman.

Many of the descriptions of Athena come from Homer. He described her as a beautiful woman with bright or gleaming eyes.

Later translations changed this to mean her eyes were gray or blue and green. Historians believe that she likely earned her association with owls due to his description as it showed that she had the same type of face.

Others believe this association came from the artwork that shows her holding an owl in her hand. Not only did the owl become the Athenian mascot, but it also became associated with knowledge.

Athena appeared in the Odyssey as well as Homeric Hymns. Hesiod mentioned her in THEOGONY where he gave her an epithet that meant born in Triton. A popular myth claims that after Zeus abandoned her, Athena wandered the world and found TRITON.

Triton took her in as his own child and raised her with Pallas, his biological daughter. This led to some questioning whether who her father was, but most now claim that she was the DAUGHTER OF ZEUS and the adopted daughter of Triton.

Early myths also use the terms third born and triple born to describe her. This can refer to the fact that she was the third child Zeus had.

Though she did not have a mother, the terms may refer to the idea that it took both her father and Metis as well as herself for the goddess to come into the world. A later legend claimed that the terms came from the idea that three necessary things vital to human life all came from the goddess.

Birth of Athena

There are many legends surrounding her birth, but most claim that she was the third child born to Zeus and that she had no mother. The most common legend claims that she came into the world as an adult and sprang from his head.

Another story claims that the Greek god worked with the goddess of counsel, a woman named Metis. She was pregnant with Athena when Zeus swallowed the women, which led to her coming from him.

Almost all stories and legends say that she was his favorite child and that he loved her more than his other children. The Iliad states that she was his favorite because she was the only one he birthed.

Yet another version of her birth claims that Zeus and Metis had a relationship that led to marriage. When he learned she was pregnant, the god worried that he would lose his position to her due to an old prophecy.

This prophecy claimed that any children born to the women would be smarter and stronger than their father. He swallowed her not knowing that she was already pregnant with his child.

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January 27, 2024 Current Moon Phase for the Northern

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Northern Hemisphere

January 27, 2024

Visit the January 2024 Moon Phases Calendar to see all the daily moon phase for this month.

Today’s Waning Gibbous Phase

The Waning Gibbous on January 27 has an illumination of 97%. This is the percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun. The illumination is constantly changing and can vary up to 10% a day. On January 27 the Moon is 16.35 days old. This refers to how many days it has been since the last New Moon. It takes 29.53 days for the Moon to orbit the Earth and go through the lunar cycle of all 8 Moon phases.

Phase Details

Phase: Waning Gibbous
Illumination: 97%
Moon Age: 16.35 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 404,496.59 km
Sun Angle: 0.54
Sun Distance: 147,315,003.53 km

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