Moon Phase on May 28, 2026
On Thursday, May 28, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, 93% illuminated and 12.2 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Thursday, May 28, 2026
- Moon age
- 12.2 days
- Full Moon
- in 2.9 days
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Moon Data for May 28, 2026
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 92.5%
- Moon age
- 12.2 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 401,825 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 28, 2026
What was the moon phase on May 28, 2026?
On Thursday, May 28, 2026 the moon was a Waxing Gibbous, with 93% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 12.2 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on May 28, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Friday, May 1, 2026 and Sunday, May 31, 2026.
Was there a new moon on May 28, 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 28, 2026?
The moon moved from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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