Moon Phase on May 12, 1996

On Sunday, May 12, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 25% illuminated and 24.6 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Sunday, May 12, 1996

Illumination25%
Moon age
24.6 days
New Moon
in 5.0 days

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Moon Data for May 12, 1996

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
25.5%
Moon age
24.6 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Pisces
Distance from Earth
377,281 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 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 12, 1996

What was the moon phase on May 12, 1996?

On Sunday, May 12, 1996 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 25% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.6 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 12, 1996?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, May 3, 1996 and Saturday, June 1, 1996.

Was there a new moon on May 12, 1996?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, April 17, 1996 and Friday, May 17, 1996.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 12, 1996?

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

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