Moon Phase on May 1, 2008

On Thursday, May 1, 2008 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 21% illuminated and 25.0 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Thursday, May 1, 2008

Illumination21%
Moon age
25.0 days
New Moon
in 4.0 days

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Moon Data for May 1, 2008

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
21.3%
Moon age
25.0 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Pisces
Distance from Earth
375,199 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 1, 2008

What was the moon phase on May 1, 2008?

On Thursday, May 1, 2008 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 21% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.0 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 1, 2008?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, April 20, 2008 and Tuesday, May 20, 2008.

Was there a new moon on May 1, 2008?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, April 6, 2008 and Monday, May 5, 2008.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 1, 2008?

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

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