Moon Phase on May 3, 2012
On Thursday, May 3, 2012 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 90% illuminated and 11.7 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Thursday, May 3, 2012
- Moon age
- 11.7 days
- Full Moon
- in 2.6 days
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Moon Data for May 3, 2012
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 89.6%
- Moon age
- 11.7 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 363,452 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About May 3, 2012
What was the moon phase on May 3, 2012?
On Thursday, May 3, 2012 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 90% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 11.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 3, 2012?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, April 6, 2012 and Sunday, May 6, 2012.
Was there a new moon on May 3, 2012?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, April 21, 2012 and Sunday, May 20, 2012.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 3, 2012?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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