Moon Phase on May 22, 2024

On Wednesday, May 22, 2024 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 99% illuminated and 13.7 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Illumination99%
Moon age
13.7 days
Full Moon
in 1.1 days

See today’s moonrise and moonset times where you are.

Moon Data for May 22, 2024

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
98.7%
Moon age
13.7 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Scorpio
Distance from Earth
394,499 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 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 22, 2024

What was the moon phase on May 22, 2024?

On Wednesday, May 22, 2024 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 99% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 13.7 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 22, 2024?

No. The closest full moons were on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 and Thursday, May 23, 2024.

Was there a new moon on May 22, 2024?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 and Thursday, June 6, 2024.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 22, 2024?

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

Look Up Another Date

Find the moon phase on a birthday, wedding day or any other date.