Moon Phase on May 20, 2020
On Wednesday, May 20, 2020 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 5% illuminated and 27.5 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
- Moon age
- 27.5 days
- New Moon
- in 2.2 days
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Moon Data for May 20, 2020
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 4.8%
- Moon age
- 27.5 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Aries → Taurus
- Distance from Earth
- 403,361 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 20, 2020
What was the moon phase on May 20, 2020?
On Wednesday, May 20, 2020 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 5% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 27.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 20, 2020?
No. The closest full moons were on Thursday, May 7, 2020 and Friday, June 5, 2020.
Was there a new moon on May 20, 2020?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, April 23, 2020 and Friday, May 22, 2020.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 20, 2020?
The moon moved from Aries into Taurus during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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