Moon Phase on May 1, 2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 12% illuminated and 26.2 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, May 1, 2019
- Moon age
- 26.2 days
- New Moon
- in 3.4 days
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Moon Data for May 1, 2019
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 11.9%
- Moon age
- 26.2 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 400,437 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 Crescent
A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.
Questions About May 1, 2019
What was the moon phase on May 1, 2019?
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 12% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 1, 2019?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, April 19, 2019 and Saturday, May 18, 2019.
Was there a new moon on May 1, 2019?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, April 5, 2019 and Saturday, May 4, 2019.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 1, 2019?
The moon moved from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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