Moon Phase on November 5, 2026
On Thursday, November 5, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, 14% illuminated and 25.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Thursday, November 5, 2026
- Moon age
- 25.9 days
- New Moon
- in 3.8 days
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Moon Data for November 5, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 14.5%
- Moon age
- 25.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 385,316 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 November 5, 2026
What was the moon phase on November 5, 2026?
On Thursday, November 5, 2026 the moon was a Waning Crescent, with 14% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 25.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Was there a full moon on November 5, 2026?
No. The closest full moons were on Monday, October 26, 2026 and Tuesday, November 24, 2026.
Was there a new moon on November 5, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it were on Saturday, October 10, 2026 and Monday, November 9, 2026.
What zodiac sign was the moon in on November 5, 2026?
The moon moved from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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