A new lunar phase is approaching. The author, Lois Mackenzie, a freelance reporter with work in Fit&Well, Metro, and Coach magazine, shares that on May 7, 2026, the Moon phase is Waning Gibbous, with 74% illumination as per NASA’s Daily Moon Guide. Observing the Moon reveals features like Mares Serenitatus and Vaporum, and more with binoculars or a telescope. The next Full Moon is May 31. The article delves into the eight lunar phases, from New Moon to Waning Crescent, detailing each.
Today’s Moon Phase: What to Expect on May 7
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