Moon Phase on May 18, 2025

On Sunday, May 18, 2025 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, 71% illuminated and 20.2 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Sunday, May 18, 2025

Illumination71%
Moon age
20.2 days
Last Quarter
in 2.0 days

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Moon Data for May 18, 2025

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
70.7%
Moon age
20.2 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Capricorn → Aquarius
Distance from Earth
388,727 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 18, 2025

What was the moon phase on May 18, 2025?

On Sunday, May 18, 2025 the moon was a Waning Gibbous, with 71% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 20.2 days into the lunar cycle.

Was there a full moon on May 18, 2025?

No. The closest full moons were on Monday, May 12, 2025 and Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

Was there a new moon on May 18, 2025?

No. The new moons before and after it were on Sunday, April 27, 2025 and Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 18, 2025?

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

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