Moon Phase on December 5, 2026
On Saturday, December 5, 2026 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, 12% illuminated and 26.3 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Moon age
- 26.3 days
- New Moon
- in 3.5 days
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Moon Data for December 5, 2026
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 11.6%
- Moon age
- 26.3 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Libra → Scorpio
- Distance from Earth
- 396,169 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 December 5, 2026
What will the moon phase be on December 5, 2026?
On Saturday, December 5, 2026 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, with 12% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 26.3 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on December 5, 2026?
No. The closest full moons will be on Tuesday, November 24, 2026 and Thursday, December 24, 2026.
Will there be a new moon on December 5, 2026?
No. The new moons before and after it will be on Monday, November 9, 2026 and Wednesday, December 9, 2026.
What zodiac sign will the moon be in on December 5, 2026?
The moon will move from Libra into Scorpio during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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