Moon Phase on May 24, 1998

On Sunday, May 24, 1998 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 3% illuminated and 28.0 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Sunday, May 24, 1998

Illumination3%
Moon age
28.0 days
New Moon
in 1.3 days

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Moon Data for May 24, 1998

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
2.7%
Moon age
28.0 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Taurus
Distance from Earth
361,846 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 Crescent

A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.

Questions About May 24, 1998

What was the moon phase on May 24, 1998?

On Sunday, May 24, 1998 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 3% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 28.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 24, 1998?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, May 11, 1998 and Wednesday, June 10, 1998.

Was there a new moon on May 24, 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 24, 1998?

The moon was in Taurus for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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