Moon Phase on May 9, 2023

On Tuesday, May 9, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 83% illuminated and 18.8 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Illumination83%
Moon age
18.8 days
Last Quarter
in 3.1 days

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Moon Data for May 9, 2023

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
82.9%
Moon age
18.8 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Capricorn
Distance from Earth
370,290 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.

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 9, 2023

What was the moon phase on May 9, 2023?

On Tuesday, May 9, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 83% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 18.8 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 9, 2023?

No. The closest full moons were on Friday, May 5, 2023 and Sunday, June 4, 2023.

Was there a new moon on May 9, 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 9, 2023?

The moon was in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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