The sky on Monday, 28 December 2026
On Monday, 28 December 2026 the Moon is a Waning Gibbous, 73% lit, in Virgo (tropical) and Simha rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Capricorn.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Panchami until 28 Dec, 3:01 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 3 (lord Ketu) until 28 Dec, 4:34 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Simha |
| Sun rashi | Dhanu |
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 in Virgo notices the crooked picture frame. Fix one small thing and leave the rest.
Next full Moon: 22 Jan, 5:48 pm IST. Next new Moon: 8 Jan, 1:53 am IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Capricorn 4° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Venus | Scorpio 20° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Virgo 9° | morning sky, east |
| Jupiter | Leo 26° ℞ retrograde | morning sky, east |
| Saturn | Aries 8° | evening sky, west |
Retrograde today: Jupiter. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 28 Dec 2026?
- Waning Gibbous, 73% illuminated, with the Moon in Virgo (tropical) / Simha (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 28 Dec 2026?
- Krishna Panchami at sunrise in India, until 28 Dec, 3:01 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 28 Dec 2026?
- Magha (pada 3), ruled by Ketu, until 28 Dec, 4:34 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 28 Dec 2026?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Capricorn.
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