Moon Phase on May 13, 2012

On Sunday, May 13, 2012 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 44% illuminated and 22.7 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Sunday, May 13, 2012

Illumination44%
Moon age
22.7 days
New Moon
in 7.5 days

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Moon Data for May 13, 2012

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
44.0%
Moon age
22.7 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Aquarius → Pisces
Distance from Earth
390,438 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.

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 13, 2012

What was the moon phase on May 13, 2012?

On Sunday, May 13, 2012 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 44% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 22.7 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 13, 2012?

No. The closest full moons were on Sunday, May 6, 2012 and Monday, June 4, 2012.

Was there a new moon on May 13, 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 13, 2012?

The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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