Moon Phase on May 16, 2027
On Sunday, May 16, 2027 the moon will be a Waxing Gibbous, 84% illuminated and 10.8 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Sunday, May 16, 2027
- Moon age
- 10.8 days
- Full Moon
- in 4.0 days
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Moon Data for May 16, 2027
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 83.5%
- Moon age
- 10.8 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 380,640 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 16, 2027
What will the moon phase be on May 16, 2027?
On Sunday, May 16, 2027 the moon will be a Waxing Gibbous, with 84% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 10.8 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on May 16, 2027?
No. The closest full moons will be on Tuesday, April 20, 2027 and Thursday, May 20, 2027.
Will there be a new moon on May 16, 2027?
No. The new moons before and after it will be on Thursday, May 6, 2027 and Friday, June 4, 2027.
What zodiac sign will the moon be in on May 16, 2027?
The moon will be in Libra for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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