Moon Phase on May 13, 2023

On Saturday, May 13, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 40% illuminated and 23.1 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Crescent

Saturday, May 13, 2023

Illumination40%
Moon age
23.1 days
New Moon
in 6.2 days

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Moon Data for May 13, 2023

Phase
Waning Crescent
Illumination
39.9%
Moon age
23.1 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Aquarius → Pisces
Distance from Earth
370,746 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 Crescent

A thin sliver of the moon remains visible as it approaches the New Moon. This phase represents surrender, rest, and preparation for renewal.

Spiritual Meaning

A time for rest, reflection, and surrender. Allow yourself to slow down and prepare for the new cycle ahead. This is a period of deep introspection.

Questions About May 13, 2023

What was the moon phase on May 13, 2023?

On Saturday, May 13, 2023 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 40% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 23.1 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 13, 2023?

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

Was there a new moon on May 13, 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 13, 2023?

The moon moved from Aquarius into Pisces during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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