Moon Phase on May 4, 2018

On Friday, May 4, 2018 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 82% illuminated and 18.9 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Friday, May 4, 2018

Illumination82%
Moon age
18.9 days
Last Quarter
in 3.6 days

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Moon Data for May 4, 2018

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
81.5%
Moon age
18.9 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Sagittarius → Capricorn
Distance from Earth
403,124 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.

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 4, 2018

What was the moon phase on May 4, 2018?

On Friday, May 4, 2018 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 82% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.9 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 4, 2018?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, April 30, 2018 and Tuesday, May 29, 2018.

Was there a new moon on May 4, 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 4, 2018?

The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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