Moon Phase on May 16, 2031
On Friday, May 16, 2031 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, 22% illuminated and 24.9 days old.
Waning · Moon phase
Waning Crescent
Friday, May 16, 2031
- Moon age
- 24.9 days
- New Moon
- in 4.8 days
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Moon Data for May 16, 2031
- Phase
- Waning Crescent
- Illumination
- 22.2%
- Moon age
- 24.9 days
- Direction
- Waning (shrinking)
- Moon sign
- Pisces → Aries
- Distance from Earth
- 384,355 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 May 16, 2031
What will the moon phase be on May 16, 2031?
On Friday, May 16, 2031 the moon will be a Waning Crescent, with 22% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 24.9 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on May 16, 2031?
No. The closest full moons will be on Wednesday, May 7, 2031 and Thursday, June 5, 2031.
Will there be a new moon on May 16, 2031?
No. The new moons before and after it will be on Monday, April 21, 2031 and Wednesday, May 21, 2031.
What zodiac sign will the moon be in on May 16, 2031?
The moon will move from Pisces into Aries during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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