Moon Phase on May 5, 1985

On Sunday, May 5, 1985 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.5 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Sunday, May 5, 1985

Illumination99%
Moon age
15.5 days
Last Quarter
in 6.2 days

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Moon Data for May 5, 1985

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
99.3%
Moon age
15.5 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
359,176 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.

About the Waning Gibbous

The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.

Questions About May 5, 1985

What was the moon phase on May 5, 1985?

On Sunday, May 5, 1985 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.5 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 5, 1985?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, May 4, 1985 and Monday, June 3, 1985.

Was there a new moon on May 5, 1985?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, April 20, 1985 and Sunday, May 19, 1985.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 5, 1985?

The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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