Moon Phase on May 18, 2006
On Thursday, May 18, 2006 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 71% illuminated and 20.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, May 18, 2006
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 1.9 days
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Moon Data for May 18, 2006
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 70.9%
- Moon age
- 20.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 373,555 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 18, 2006
What was the moon phase on May 18, 2006?
On Thursday, May 18, 2006 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 71% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 18, 2006?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, May 13, 2006 and Sunday, June 11, 2006.
Was there a new moon on May 18, 2006?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, April 27, 2006 and Saturday, May 27, 2006.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 18, 2006?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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