Moon Phase on May 5, 2010
On Wednesday, May 5, 2010 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 57% illuminated and 21.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
- Moon age
- 21.5 days
- Last Quarter
- in 0.7 days
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Moon Data for May 5, 2010
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 56.5%
- Moon age
- 21.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 402,941 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 5, 2010
What was the moon phase on May 5, 2010?
On Wednesday, May 5, 2010 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 5, 2010?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, April 28, 2010 and Thursday, May 27, 2010.
Was there a new moon on May 5, 2010?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 and Friday, May 14, 2010.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 5, 2010?
The moon was in Aquarius for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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