Moon Phase on May 17, 2011

On Tuesday, May 17, 2011 the moon was a Full Moon, 100% illuminated and 14.8 days old. This was the day of the exact full moon at 11:09 UTC.

Full · Moon phase

Full Moon

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Illumination100%
Moon age
14.8 days
Last Quarter
in 7.3 days

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Moon Data for May 17, 2011

Phase
Full Moon
Illumination
100.0%
Moon age
14.8 days
Direction
Full, then waning
Moon sign
Scorpio → Sagittarius
Distance from Earth
365,262 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.

Exact Phase Time

Principal moon phase on May 17, 2011, in UTC and your local time.
PhaseDateTime (UTC)Your local time
Full Moon11:09 UTCMay 17, 11:09 AM UTC

About the Full Moon

The moon is fully illuminated, appearing as a complete circle in the night sky. This is the peak of the lunar cycle, representing culmination, completion, and the full expression of energy.

Spiritual Meaning

A powerful time for release, gratitude, and celebration. The Full Moon illuminates what needs to be let go and what has come to fruition. Perfect for rituals of release and manifestation.

Questions About May 17, 2011

What was the moon phase on May 17, 2011?

On Tuesday, May 17, 2011 the moon was a Full Moon, with 100% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 14.8 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 17, 2011?

Yes. The moon was exactly full at 11:09 UTC on May 17, 2011.

Was there a new moon on May 17, 2011?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, May 3, 2011 and Wednesday, June 1, 2011.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 17, 2011?

The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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