Moon Phase on May 8, 1998
On Friday, May 8, 1998 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 91% illuminated and 12.0 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Friday, May 8, 1998
- Moon age
- 12.0 days
- Full Moon
- in 3.1 days
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Moon Data for May 8, 1998
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 91.4%
- Moon age
- 12.0 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 405,842 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 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 8, 1998
What was the moon phase on May 8, 1998?
On Friday, May 8, 1998 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 91% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 12.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 8, 1998?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, April 11, 1998 and Monday, May 11, 1998.
Was there a new moon on May 8, 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 8, 1998?
The moon was in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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