Moon Phase on May 27, 1986

On Tuesday, May 27, 1986 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 81% illuminated and 19.0 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Tuesday, May 27, 1986

Illumination81%
Moon age
19.0 days
Last Quarter
in 3.0 days

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Moon Data for May 27, 1986

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
81.4%
Moon age
19.0 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Capricorn → Aquarius
Distance from Earth
367,034 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 27, 1986

What was the moon phase on May 27, 1986?

On Tuesday, May 27, 1986 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 81% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 27, 1986?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, May 23, 1986 and Sunday, June 22, 1986.

Was there a new moon on May 27, 1986?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, May 8, 1986 and Saturday, June 7, 1986.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 27, 1986?

The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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