Moon Phase on May 9, 2012
On Wednesday, May 9, 2012 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 84% illuminated and 18.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
- Moon age
- 18.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 3.4 days
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Moon Data for May 9, 2012
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 84.3%
- Moon age
- 18.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 366,967 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 9, 2012
What was the moon phase on May 9, 2012?
On Wednesday, May 9, 2012 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 84% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 9, 2012?
No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, May 6, 2012 and Monday, June 4, 2012.
Was there a new moon on May 9, 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 9, 2012?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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