Moon Phase on May 24, 1997

On Saturday, May 24, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 95% illuminated and 17.0 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Saturday, May 24, 1997

Illumination95%
Moon age
17.0 days
Last Quarter
in 4.8 days

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Moon Data for May 24, 1997

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
94.5%
Moon age
17.0 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
376,195 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 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 24, 1997

What was the moon phase on May 24, 1997?

On Saturday, May 24, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 95% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 24, 1997?

No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, May 22, 1997 and Friday, June 20, 1997.

Was there a new moon on May 24, 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 24, 1997?

The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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