Moon Phase on May 12, 2026
On Tuesday, May 12, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 24% illuminated and 24.7 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
- Moon age
- 24.7 days
- New Moon
- in 4.3 days
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Moon Data for May 12, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 24.1%
- Moon age
- 24.7 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces
- Distance from Earth
- 378,055 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 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 12, 2026
What was the moon phase on May 12, 2026?
On Tuesday, May 12, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 24% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.7 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 12, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, May 1, 2026 and Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Was there a new moon on May 12, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Friday, April 17, 2026 and Saturday, May 16, 2026.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 12, 2026?
The moon was in Pisces for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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