where is the moon

where is the moon

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As of early morning on May 20, 2025 (EDT), the Moon is located above the horizon in the southern sky. Specifically, from Greenwich, UK, it is about 17.27° above the horizon in the constellation Capricornus, with an azimuth near 177° (almost due south)

. The Moon is visible in the sky after rising around 1:57 AM and will set around 10:46 AM local time at that location

. Its distance from Earth is roughly 241,948 miles (about 389,300 km) and it is currently waning with about 72% of its surface illuminated

. The Moon is moving closer to Earth at about 115 mph at this time

. In summary, the Moon is currently in the southern sky, moderately elevated above the horizon, in the constellation Capricornus, and visible for several more hours before setting later in the morning

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