Moon Phase on May 20, 1990
On Sunday, May 20, 1990 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 22% illuminated and 24.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Sunday, May 20, 1990
- Moon age
- 24.9 days
- New Moon
- in 4.0 days
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Moon Data for May 20, 1990
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 22.2%
- Moon age
- 24.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 368,464 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About May 20, 1990
What was the moon phase on May 20, 1990?
On Sunday, May 20, 1990 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 22% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 20, 1990?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, May 9, 1990 and Friday, June 8, 1990.
Was there a new moon on May 20, 1990?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, April 25, 1990 and Thursday, May 24, 1990.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 20, 1990?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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