The sky on Thursday, 26 November 2026
On Thursday, 26 November 2026 the Moon is a Waning Gibbous, 94% lit, in Cancer (tropical) and Vrishabha rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Sagittarius.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Dwitiya until 26 Nov, 1:26 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Mrigashira, pada 2 (lord Mars) until 26 Nov, 5:56 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Vrishabha |
| Sun rashi | Vrishchika |
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
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The Moon is at home in Cancer. Call someone who knew you when you were small.
Next full Moon: 24 Dec, 7:04 am IST. Next new Moon: 9 Dec, 6:20 am IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Scorpio 15° | morning sky, east |
| Venus | Libra 25° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Virgo 0° | morning sky, east |
| Jupiter | Leo 26° | morning sky, east |
| Saturn | Aries 8° ℞ retrograde | evening sky, west |
Retrograde today: Saturn. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 26 Nov 2026?
- Waning Gibbous, 94% illuminated, with the Moon in Cancer (tropical) / Vrishabha (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 26 Nov 2026?
- Krishna Dwitiya at sunrise in India, until 26 Nov, 1:26 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 26 Nov 2026?
- Mrigashira (pada 2), ruled by Mars, until 26 Nov, 5:56 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 26 Nov 2026?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Scorpio.
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