Moon Phase on May 17, 1987
On Sunday, May 17, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 79% illuminated and 19.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, May 17, 1987
- Moon age
- 19.2 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.7 days
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Moon Data for May 17, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 79.1%
- Moon age
- 19.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 365,145 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.
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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 17, 1987
What was the moon phase on May 17, 1987?
On Sunday, May 17, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 79% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 17, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, May 13, 1987 and Thursday, June 11, 1987.
Was there a new moon on May 17, 1987?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, April 28, 1987 and Wednesday, May 27, 1987.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 17, 1987?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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