Moon Phase on May 26, 2013
On Sunday, May 26, 2013 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 97% illuminated and 16.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, May 26, 2013
- Moon age
- 16.3 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.3 days
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Moon Data for May 26, 2013
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 97.3%
- Moon age
- 16.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 358,536 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 26, 2013
What was the moon phase on May 26, 2013?
On Sunday, May 26, 2013 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 97% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 26, 2013?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, May 25, 2013 and Sunday, June 23, 2013.
Was there a new moon on May 26, 2013?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, May 10, 2013 and Saturday, June 8, 2013.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 26, 2013?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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