Moon Phase on May 10, 2009
On Sunday, May 10, 2009 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 98% illuminated and 16.0 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, May 10, 2009
- Moon age
- 16.0 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.8 days
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Moon Data for May 10, 2009
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 98.1%
- Moon age
- 16.0 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 399,067 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 10, 2009
What was the moon phase on May 10, 2009?
On Sunday, May 10, 2009 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 98% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 10, 2009?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, May 9, 2009 and Sunday, June 7, 2009.
Was there a new moon on May 10, 2009?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, April 25, 2009 and Sunday, May 24, 2009.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 10, 2009?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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