Moon Phase on May 11, 2023
On Thursday, May 11, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 63% illuminated and 20.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Thursday, May 11, 2023
- Moon age
- 20.9 days
- Last Quarter
- in 1.1 days
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Moon Data for May 11, 2023
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 62.7%
- Moon age
- 20.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn → Aquarius
- Distance from Earth
- 369,357 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 11, 2023
What was the moon phase on May 11, 2023?
On Thursday, May 11, 2023 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 63% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 11, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, May 5, 2023 and Sunday, June 4, 2023.
Was there a new moon on May 11, 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 11, 2023?
The moon moved from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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