Moon Phase on May 23, 1997
On Friday, May 23, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 98% illuminated and 15.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, May 23, 1997
- Moon age
- 15.9 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.8 days
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Moon Data for May 23, 1997
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 98.3%
- Moon age
- 15.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 379,313 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 23, 1997
What was the moon phase on May 23, 1997?
On Friday, May 23, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 98% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 23, 1997?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, May 22, 1997 and Friday, June 20, 1997.
Was there a new moon on May 23, 1997?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, May 6, 1997 and Thursday, June 5, 1997.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 23, 1997?
The moon was in Sagittarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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