Moon Phase on May 27, 2008
On Tuesday, May 27, 2008 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 57% illuminated and 21.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
- Moon age
- 21.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 0.6 days
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Moon Data for May 27, 2008
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 56.6%
- Moon age
- 21.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 388,158 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 27, 2008
What was the moon phase on May 27, 2008?
On Tuesday, May 27, 2008 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 57% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 27, 2008?
No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 and Wednesday, June 18, 2008.
Was there a new moon on May 27, 2008?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, May 5, 2008 and Tuesday, June 3, 2008.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 27, 2008?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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