Moon Phase on May 3, 1999
On Monday, May 3, 1999 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 93% illuminated and 17.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Monday, May 3, 1999
- Moon age
- 17.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.2 days
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Moon Data for May 3, 1999
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 92.6%
- Moon age
- 17.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 405,678 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 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 3, 1999
What was the moon phase on May 3, 1999?
On Monday, May 3, 1999 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 93% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 3, 1999?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, April 30, 1999 and Sunday, May 30, 1999.
Was there a new moon on May 3, 1999?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, April 16, 1999 and Saturday, May 15, 1999.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 3, 1999?
The moon was in Sagittarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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