Moon Phase on May 23, 2027
On Sunday, May 23, 2027 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, 91% illuminated and 17.6 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Gibbous
Sunday, May 23, 2027
- Moon age
- 17.6 days
- Last Quarter
- in 5.1 days
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Moon Data for May 23, 2027
- Phase
- Waning Gibbous
- Illumination
- 91.2%
- Moon age
- 17.6 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Capricorn
- Distance from Earth
- 402,495 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 Gibbous
The moon begins to decrease in illumination after the Full Moon. This phase represents gratitude, sharing wisdom, and giving back.
Spiritual Meaning
A time for reflection on what you've accomplished. Share your knowledge and express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Questions About May 23, 2027
What will the moon phase be on May 23, 2027?
On Sunday, May 23, 2027 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, with 91% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 17.6 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on May 23, 2027?
No. The closest full moons will be on Thursday, May 20, 2027 and Saturday, June 19, 2027.
Will there be a new moon on May 23, 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 23, 2027?
The moon will be in Capricorn for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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