Moon Phase on May 24, 2026
On Sunday, May 24, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 61% illuminated and 8.4 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Sunday, May 24, 2026
- Moon age
- 8.4 days
- Full Moon
- in 6.9 days
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Moon Data for May 24, 2026
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 61.0%
- Moon age
- 8.4 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Virgo
- Distance from Earth
- 386,477 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 24, 2026
What was the moon phase on May 24, 2026?
On Sunday, May 24, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 61% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 8.4 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 24, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, May 1, 2026 and Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Was there a new moon on May 24, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, May 16, 2026 and Monday, June 15, 2026.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on May 24, 2026?
The moon was in Virgo for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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