Moon Phase on May 16, 2030

On Thursday, May 16, 2030 the moon will be a Waxing Gibbous, 98% illuminated and 13.6 days old.

Waxing · Moon phase

Waxing Gibbous

Thursday, May 16, 2030

Illumination98%
Moon age
13.6 days
Full Moon
in 1.0 days

See today’s moonrise and moonset times where you are.

Moon Data for May 16, 2030

Phase
Waxing Gibbous
Illumination
98.5%
Moon age
13.6 days
Direction
Waxing (growing)
Moon sign
Scorpio
Distance from Earth
358,141 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.

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, 2030

What will the moon phase be on May 16, 2030?

On Thursday, May 16, 2030 the moon will be a Waxing Gibbous, with 98% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 13.6 days into the lunar cycle.

Will there be a full moon on May 16, 2030?

No. The closest full moons will be on Thursday, April 18, 2030 and Friday, May 17, 2030.

Will there be a new moon on May 16, 2030?

No. The new moons before and after it will be on Thursday, May 2, 2030 and Saturday, June 1, 2030.

What zodiac sign will the moon be in on May 16, 2030?

The moon will be in Scorpio for the whole day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

Look Up Another Date

Find the moon phase on a birthday, wedding day or any other date.