Moon Phase on May 21, 2040
On Monday, May 21, 2040 the moon will be a Waxing Gibbous, 72% illuminated and 9.5 days old.
Waxing · Moon phase
Waxing Gibbous
Monday, May 21, 2040
- Moon age
- 9.5 days
- Full Moon
- in 5.0 days
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Moon Data for May 21, 2040
- Phase
- Waxing Gibbous
- Illumination
- 71.6%
- Moon age
- 9.5 days
- Direction
- Waxing (growing)
- Moon sign
- Virgo → Libra
- Distance from Earth
- 388,241 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 21, 2040
What will the moon phase be on May 21, 2040?
On Monday, May 21, 2040 the moon will be a Waxing Gibbous, with 72% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 9.5 days into the lunar cycle.
Will there be a full moon on May 21, 2040?
No. The closest full moons will be on Friday, April 27, 2040 and Saturday, May 26, 2040.
Will there be a new moon on May 21, 2040?
No. The new moons before and after it will be on Friday, May 11, 2040 and Saturday, June 9, 2040.
What zodiac sign will the moon be in on May 21, 2040?
The moon will move from Virgo into Libra during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).
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