A new moon occurs when the Moon is positioned directly between the Earth and the Sun, resulting in the side of the Moon facing Earth being entirely unlit. During this phase, the Moon is not visible in the night sky. The new moon phase marks the beginning of a new lunar cycle. The new moon in January 2025 will occur on January 21 at 20:54 UTC.
New moons hold cultural and religious significance in many societies. In some cultures, the new moon is seen as a time of new beginnings and fresh starts. It is often associated with setting intentions and manifesting desires. In astrology, the new moon is considered a powerful time for planting seeds of intention and setting goals.
