Moon Phase on May 2, 2002
On Thursday, May 2, 2002 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 68% illuminated and 20.4 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, May 2, 2002
- Moon age
- 20.4 days
- Last Quarter
- in 1.8 days
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Moon Data for May 2, 2002
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 67.8%
- Moon age
- 20.4 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 389,452 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 2, 2002
What was the moon phase on May 2, 2002?
On Thursday, May 2, 2002 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 68% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 2, 2002?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, April 27, 2002 and Sunday, May 26, 2002.
Was there a new moon on May 2, 2002?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, April 12, 2002 and Sunday, May 12, 2002.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 2, 2002?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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