Moon Phase on May 20, 2022
On Friday, May 20, 2022 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 75% illuminated and 19.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Friday, May 20, 2022
- Moon age
- 19.7 days
- Last Quarter
- in 2.3 days
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Moon Data for May 20, 2022
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 75.0%
- Moon age
- 19.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 366,317 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 20, 2022
What was the moon phase on May 20, 2022?
On Friday, May 20, 2022 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 75% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 19.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 20, 2022?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, May 16, 2022 and Tuesday, June 14, 2022.
Was there a new moon on May 20, 2022?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, April 30, 2022 and Monday, May 30, 2022.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 20, 2022?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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