Moon Phase on May 19, 1987
On Tuesday, May 19, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 58% illuminated and 21.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, May 19, 1987
- Moon age
- 21.4 days
- Last Quarter
- in 0.7 days
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Moon Data for May 19, 1987
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 57.7%
- Moon age
- 21.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 370,519 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 19, 1987
What was the moon phase on May 19, 1987?
On Tuesday, May 19, 1987 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 58% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 19, 1987?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, May 13, 1987 and Thursday, June 11, 1987.
Was there a new moon on May 19, 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 19, 1987?
The moon was in Aquarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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