Moon Phase on November 5, 2017
On Sunday, November 5, 2017 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 97% illuminated and 16.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, November 5, 2017
- Moon age
- 16.2 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.4 days
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Moon Data for November 5, 2017
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 97.5%
- Moon age
- 16.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Taurus → Gemini
- Distance from Earth
- 361,633 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 November 5, 2017
What was the moon phase on November 5, 2017?
On Sunday, November 5, 2017 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 97% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on November 5, 2017?
No. The closest full moons were on Saturday, November 4, 2017 and Sunday, December 3, 2017.
Was there a new moon on November 5, 2017?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, October 19, 2017 and Saturday, November 18, 2017.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on November 5, 2017?
The moon moved from Taurus into Gemini during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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