Moon Phase on May 31, 2023
On Wednesday, May 31, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 85% illuminated and 11.0 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Wednesday, May 31, 2023
- Moon age
- 11.0 days
- Full Moon
- in 3.7 days
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Moon Data for May 31, 2023
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 84.7%
- Moon age
- 11.0 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 387,584 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 Waxing Gibbous
The moon is more than half illuminated and continues to grow. This phase represents refinement, adjustment, and fine-tuning your efforts.
Spiritual Meaning
Time to refine your approach and make necessary adjustments. Your goals are taking shape, and you're close to seeing them fully realized.
Questions About May 31, 2023
What was the moon phase on May 31, 2023?
On Wednesday, May 31, 2023 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 85% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 11.0 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 31, 2023?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, May 5, 2023 and Sunday, June 4, 2023.
Was there a new moon on May 31, 2023?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, May 19, 2023 and Sunday, June 18, 2023.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 31, 2023?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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