The sky on Friday, 27 November 2026
On Friday, 27 November 2026 the Moon is a Waning Gibbous, 87% lit, in Cancer (tropical) and Mithuna rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Sagittarius.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Tritiya until 27 Nov, 9:58 am IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (lord Rahu) until 27 Nov, 3:16 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Mithuna |
| 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
Rising later each night, still bright after midnight. Share what you’ve learned.
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 17° | morning sky, east |
| Venus | Libra 26° | 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 27 Nov 2026?
- Waning Gibbous, 87% illuminated, with the Moon in Cancer (tropical) / Mithuna (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 27 Nov 2026?
- Krishna Tritiya at sunrise in India, until 27 Nov, 9:58 am IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 27 Nov 2026?
- Ardra (pada 3), ruled by Rahu, until 27 Nov, 3:16 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 27 Nov 2026?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Scorpio.
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