Moon Phases in January 2023
In January 2023, the Full Moon falls on January 7, 2023 and the New Moon on January 21, 2023. The First Quarter is on January 28, 2023, and the Last Quarter on January 15, 2023. Here is the complete lunar calendar for the month, all four quarter phases, and a direct link to every single day.
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Moon Phase Overview
Lunar Calendar January 2023
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The Sky in January 2023
January 2023 falls in the Northern Hemisphere winter. Long, clear nights make ideal conditions for moon-watching. Low-hanging full moons appear especially bright and cast long shadows over snowy landscapes.
The full moon on January 7, 2023 traditionally bears the name "Wolf Moon". This name comes from old nature observations and makes the full moon in January 2023 especially significant.
Notable Days This Month
About the Moon Phases in January 2023
Every month, the Moon completes all eight phases — from New Moon through Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, to Waning Crescent. In January 2023, the Full Moon is on January 7, 2023 and the New Moon on January 21, 2023. The First Quarter is visible on January 28, 2023, the Last Quarter on January 15, 2023.
All moon phases for January 2023 are calculated astronomically using the SunCalc library. Times are referenced to Berlin (CET/CEST). Click any day in the calendar to see moonrise, zodiac sign, and a personalized moon poster for that exact date.
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