Moon Phase on May 28, 1997

On Wednesday, May 28, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 60% illuminated and 21.3 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Wednesday, May 28, 1997

Illumination60%
Moon age
21.3 days
Last Quarter
in 0.8 days

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Moon Data for May 28, 1997

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
59.6%
Moon age
21.3 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Aquarius → Pisces
Distance from Earth
369,938 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 28, 1997

What was the moon phase on May 28, 1997?

On Wednesday, May 28, 1997 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 60% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 28, 1997?

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

Was there a new moon on May 28, 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 28, 1997?

The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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