Moon Phase on May 6, 2023
On Saturday, May 6, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 15.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Saturday, May 6, 2023
- Moon age
- 15.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 6.1 days
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Moon Data for May 6, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 99.3%
- Moon age
- 15.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Scorpio → Sagittarius
- Distance from Earth
- 377,326 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 6, 2023
What was the moon phase on May 6, 2023?
On Saturday, May 6, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 15.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 6, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, May 5, 2023 and Sunday, June 4, 2023.
Was there a new moon on May 6, 2023?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Thursday, April 20, 2023 and Friday, May 19, 2023.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 6, 2023?
The moon moved from Scorpio into Sagittarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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