The sky on Wednesday, 26 August 2026
On Wednesday, 26 August 2026 the Moon is a Full Moon, 98% lit, in Aquarius (tropical) and Makara rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Virgo.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Shukla Trayodashi until 26 Aug, 8:00 am IST |
| Paksha | Shukla (waxing) |
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 2 (lord Moon) until 27 Aug, 12:49 am IST |
| Moon rashi | Makara |
| 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
Rising as the Sun sets and up all night. What was hidden is easy to see tonight, in yourself as well.
The Moon in Aquarius is cool-headed and a little far away. Step back and you’ll see the pattern.
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 | Virgo 2° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Venus | Libra 18° | evening sky, west |
| Mars | Cancer 9° | morning sky, east |
| Jupiter | Leo 12° | morning sky, east |
| Saturn | Aries 14° ℞ retrograde | morning sky, east |
Retrograde today: Saturn. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 26 Aug 2026?
- Full Moon, 98% illuminated, with the Moon in Aquarius (tropical) / Makara (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 26 Aug 2026?
- Shukla Trayodashi at sunrise in India, until 26 Aug, 8:00 am IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 26 Aug 2026?
- Shravana (pada 2), ruled by Moon, until 27 Aug, 12:49 am IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 26 Aug 2026?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Virgo.
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