Moon Phase on May 19, 1985

On Sunday, May 19, 1985 the moon was a New Moon, 0% illuminated and 29.2 days old. This was the day of the exact new moon at 21:41 UTC.

New · Moon phase

New Moon

Sunday, May 19, 1985

Illumination0%
Moon age
29.2 days
First Quarter
in 8.0 days

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Moon Data for May 19, 1985

Phase
New Moon
Illumination
0.2%
Moon age
29.2 days
Direction
New, then waxing
Moon sign
Taurus
Distance from Earth
403,729 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on May 19, 1985, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
New Moon21:41 UTCMay 19, 9:41 PM UTC

About the New Moon

The New Moon marks the beginning of the lunar cycle. The moon is positioned between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from our perspective. This phase represents new beginnings, fresh starts, and the planting of seeds for future growth.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for setting intentions, starting new projects, and embracing fresh opportunities. The darkness invites introspection and planning for the cycle ahead.

Questions About May 19, 1985

What was the moon phase on May 19, 1985?

On Sunday, May 19, 1985 the moon was a New Moon, with 0% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 29.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 19, 1985?

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

Was there a new moon on May 19, 1985?

Yes. The exact new moon was at 21:41 UTC on May 19, 1985.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 19, 1985?

The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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