Moon Phase on May 8, 2015
On Friday, May 8, 2015 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 81% illuminated and 19.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, May 8, 2015
- Moon age
- 19.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.9 days
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Moon Data for May 8, 2015
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 80.5%
- Moon age
- 19.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 380,390 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 8, 2015
What was the moon phase on May 8, 2015?
On Friday, May 8, 2015 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 81% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 8, 2015?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, May 4, 2015 and Tuesday, June 2, 2015.
Was there a new moon on May 8, 2015?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, April 18, 2015 and Monday, May 18, 2015.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 8, 2015?
The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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