Moon Phase on May 28, 2021
On Friday, May 28, 2021 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 94% illuminated and 17.1 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, May 28, 2021
- Moon age
- 17.1 days
- Last Quarter
- in 4.8 days
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Moon Data for May 28, 2021
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 93.9%
- Moon age
- 17.1 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Sagittarius → Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 362,788 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 28, 2021
What was the moon phase on May 28, 2021?
On Friday, May 28, 2021 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 94% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.1 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 28, 2021?
No. The closest full moons were on Wednesday, May 26, 2021 and Thursday, June 24, 2021.
Was there a new moon on May 28, 2021?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 and Thursday, June 10, 2021.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 28, 2021?
The moon moved from Sagittarius into Capricorn during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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