Moon Phase on May 1, 2018
On Tuesday, May 1, 2018 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 98% illuminated and 16.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
- Moon age
- 16.2 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.6 days
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Moon Data for May 1, 2018
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 97.6%
- Moon age
- 16.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 394,762 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 1, 2018
What was the moon phase on May 1, 2018?
On Tuesday, May 1, 2018 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 98% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 16.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 1, 2018?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, April 30, 2018 and Tuesday, May 29, 2018.
Was there a new moon on May 1, 2018?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Monday, April 16, 2018 and Tuesday, May 15, 2018.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 1, 2018?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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