Moon Phase on May 8, 2010
On Saturday, May 8, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 29% illuminated and 24.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Saturday, May 8, 2010
- Moon age
- 24.2 days
- New Moon
- in 5.5 days
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Moon Data for May 8, 2010
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 28.8%
- Moon age
- 24.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 402,653 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 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 8, 2010
What was the moon phase on May 8, 2010?
On Saturday, May 8, 2010 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 29% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 8, 2010?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, April 28, 2010 and Thursday, May 27, 2010.
Was there a new moon on May 8, 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 8, 2010?
The moon was in Pisces for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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