The sky on Saturday, 5 September 2026
On Saturday, 5 September 2026 the Moon is a Last Quarter, 35% lit, in Cancer (tropical) and Vrishabha rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Virgo.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Navami until 5 Sept, 10:00 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Mrigashira, pada 2 (lord Mars) until 5 Sept, 9:35 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Vrishabha |
| 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
Half lit, rising around midnight. Clear the table.
The Moon is at home in Cancer. Call someone who knew you when you were small.
Next full Moon: 26 Sept, 10:22 pm IST. Next new Moon: 11 Sept, 8:57 am IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Virgo 21° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Venus | Libra 26° | evening sky, west |
| Mars | Cancer 16° | morning sky, east |
| Jupiter | Leo 14° | morning sky, east |
| Saturn | Aries 13° ℞ retrograde | morning sky, east |
Retrograde today: Saturn. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 5 Sept 2026?
- Last Quarter, 35% illuminated, with the Moon in Cancer (tropical) / Vrishabha (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 5 Sept 2026?
- Krishna Navami at sunrise in India, until 5 Sept, 10:00 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 5 Sept 2026?
- Mrigashira (pada 2), ruled by Mars, until 5 Sept, 9:35 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 5 Sept 2026?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Virgo.
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