Moon Phase on May 1, 2043

On Friday, May 1, 2043 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, 59% illuminated and 21.3 days old.

Waning · Moon phase

Waning Gibbous

Friday, May 1, 2043

Illumination59%
Moon age
21.3 days
Last Quarter
in 0.9 days

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Moon Data for May 1, 2043

Phase
Waning Gibbous
Illumination
59.1%
Moon age
21.3 days
Direction
Waning (shrinking)
Moon sign
Capricorn → Aquarius
Distance from Earth
391,648 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 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 1, 2043

What will the moon phase be on May 1, 2043?

On Friday, May 1, 2043 the moon will be a Waning Gibbous, with 59% of its visible disc lit by the Sun, 21.3 days into the lunar cycle.

Will there be a full moon on May 1, 2043?

No. The closest full moons will be on Friday, April 24, 2043 and Saturday, May 23, 2043.

Will there be a new moon on May 1, 2043?

No. The new moons before and after it will be on Thursday, April 9, 2043 and Saturday, May 9, 2043.

What zodiac sign will the moon be in on May 1, 2043?

The moon will move from Capricorn into Aquarius during the day (tropical zodiac, UTC).

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