Moon Phase on May 4, 1998

On Monday, May 4, 1998 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 61% illuminated and 8.4 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Monday, May 4, 1998

Illumination61%
Moon age
8.4 days
Full Moon
in 7.1 days

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Moon Data for May 4, 1998

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
60.7%
Moon age
8.4 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Leo → Virgo
Distance from Earth
398,273 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 Waxing Gibbous

The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.

Spiritual Meaning

Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.

Questions About May 4, 1998

What was the moon phase on May 4, 1998?

On Monday, May 4, 1998 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 61% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 8.4 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 4, 1998?

No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, April 11, 1998 and Monday, May 11, 1998.

Was there a new moon on May 4, 1998?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, April 26, 1998 and Monday, May 25, 1998.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 4, 1998?

The moon moved from Leo into Virgo during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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