The sky on Sunday, 23 August 2026
On Sunday, 23 August 2026 the Moon is a Waxing Gibbous, 81% lit, in Capricorn (tropical) and Dhanu rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Virgo.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Shukla Ekadashi until 24 Aug, 4:18 am IST |
| Paksha | Shukla (waxing) |
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (lord Ketu) until 23 Aug, 5:43 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Dhanu |
| Sun rashi | Simha |
Lahiri ayanamsa. Times are exact astronomical crossings in IST. Printed panchangs reckon tithi and nakshatra from local sunrise, so expect differences of a few minutes, and of a day near a boundary.
The Moon tonight
Nearly full and brighter every night. Refine what you have, don’t start over.
The Moon in Capricorn is quiet and practical. A good night for the unglamorous job you’ve been putting off.
Next full Moon: 28 Aug, 9:50 am IST. Next new Moon: 11 Sept, 8:57 am IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Leo 26° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Venus | Libra 16° | evening sky, west |
| Mars | Cancer 8° | morning sky, east |
| Jupiter | Leo 11° | morning sky, east |
| Saturn | Aries 14° ℞ retrograde | morning sky, east |
Retrograde today: Saturn. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 23 Aug 2026?
- Waxing Gibbous, 81% illuminated, with the Moon in Capricorn (tropical) / Dhanu (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 23 Aug 2026?
- Shukla Ekadashi at sunrise in India, until 24 Aug, 4:18 am IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 23 Aug 2026?
- Mula (pada 3), ruled by Ketu, until 23 Aug, 5:43 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 23 Aug 2026?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Leo.
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