Moon Phase on May 28, 2016
On Saturday, May 28, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 61% illuminated and 21.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Saturday, May 28, 2016
- Moon age
- 21.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 1.0 days
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Moon Data for May 28, 2016
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 61.1%
- Moon age
- 21.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aquarius → Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 380,082 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 28, 2016
What was the moon phase on May 28, 2016?
On Saturday, May 28, 2016 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 61% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 28, 2016?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, May 21, 2016 and Monday, June 20, 2016.
Was there a new moon on May 28, 2016?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, May 6, 2016 and Sunday, June 5, 2016.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 28, 2016?
The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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