May 2026 Moon Calendar
Daily moon phases and zodiac signs for May 2026
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Full MoonScorpio05:23 PM | 2Waning GibbousScorpio | |||||
| 3Waning GibbousSagittarius | 4Waning GibbousSagittarius | 5Waning GibbousSagittarius | 6Waning GibbousCapricorn | 7Waning GibbousCapricorn | 8Waning GibbousAquarius | 9Last QuarterAquarius |
| 10Waning CrescentAquarius | 11Waning CrescentPisces | 12Waning CrescentPisces | 13Waning CrescentAries | 14Waning CrescentAries | 15Waning CrescentTaurus | 16New MoonTaurus08:00 PM |
| 17Waxing CrescentGemini | 18Waxing CrescentGemini | 19Waxing CrescentCancer | 20Waxing CrescentCancer | 21Waxing CrescentLeo | 22Waxing CrescentLeo | 23First QuarterVirgo |
| 24Waxing GibbousVirgo | 25Waxing GibbousVirgo | 26Waxing GibbousLibra | 27Waxing GibbousLibra | 28Waxing GibbousScorpio | 29Waxing GibbousScorpio | 30Waxing GibbousScorpio |
| 31Full MoonSagittarius08:45 AM |
Key Lunar Events in May 2026
The Full Moon in Scorpio is an eclipse of the soul — a night when the deepest truths rise from the underworld and demand to be seen. This is the most transformative, most uncompromising Full Moon in the zodiac. What has been hidden is now illuminated: power dynamics, buried desires, unspoken grief, the truth behind the truth. Scorpio's Full Moon does not allow half-measures. Release completely or not at all. What you let go of tonight will not come back, and that is the terrifying, liberating point.
“I release what no longer lives, and I trust the fertile darkness that remains.”
The New Moon in Taurus invites you to plant seeds in rich, fertile soil. This is not a time for rushing — it is a time for choosing carefully what deserves your devotion. Taurus asks you to feel into your body, your senses, the texture of what you truly value. Intentions set now carry the weight of permanence. Breathe deeply, touch the earth, and let your desires crystallize slowly like honey forming in the comb.
“I am worthy of the abundance I call into my life.”
The Full Moon in Sagittarius sets the whole sky ablaze with the fire of truth. This is the Moon that illuminates your beliefs, your philosophy, and the story you have been telling yourself about the meaning of your life. Sagittarius pulls back the curtain on the big picture: are you living in alignment with what you actually believe? Have your adventures brought you wisdom, or just miles? Tonight, the arrow of truth lands somewhere real. Let it. The wound it makes is the doorway to freedom.
“I let my truth fly like an arrow and trust wherever it lands to be sacred ground.”
What Is a Moon Calendar?
A moon calendar tracks the lunar cycle day by day — showing which phase the Moon is in and which zodiac sign it occupies. The Moon completes a full cycle every 29.5 days, passing through 8 distinct phases from New Moon to Full Moon and back. Each phase carries its own energy: New Moons are for setting intentions, Full Moons for releasing and celebrating.
How Often Does the Moon Change Signs?
The Moon moves through all 12 zodiac signs roughly every 28 days, spending about 2–2.5 days in each sign. When the Moon enters a new sign, the emotional tone shifts. For example, Moon in Aries feels bold and impatient, while Moon in Cancer is nurturing and sensitive. The calendar shows the current sign for every day so you can plan accordingly.
How to Use This Calendar
- Check the current moon phase before starting new projects (New Moon) or wrapping things up (Full Moon).
- Notice which zodiac sign the Moon is in — it colors the emotional energy of the day.
- Use Full Moon and New Moon exact times to plan rituals or intention-setting sessions.
- Track the pattern over months to understand your personal lunar rhythm.