The sky on Wednesday, 20 January 2027
On Wednesday, 20 January 2027 the Moon is a Waxing Gibbous, 95% lit, in Cancer (tropical) and Mithuna rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Aquarius.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Shukla Trayodashi until 21 Jan, 1:11 am IST |
| Paksha | Shukla (waxing) |
| Nakshatra | Mrigashira, pada 3 (lord Mars) until 20 Jan, 4:15 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Mithuna |
| Sun rashi | Makara |
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
Nearly full and brighter every night. Refine what you have, don’t start over.
The Moon is at home in Cancer. Call someone who knew you when you were small.
Next full Moon: 22 Jan, 5:48 pm IST. Next new Moon: 6 Feb, 9:26 pm IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Aquarius 12° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Venus | Sagittarius 14° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Virgo 9° ℞ retrograde | morning sky, east |
| Jupiter | Leo 24° ℞ retrograde | up all night |
| Saturn | Aries 9° | evening sky, west |
Retrograde today: Mars, Jupiter. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 20 Jan 2027?
- Waxing Gibbous, 95% illuminated, with the Moon in Cancer (tropical) / Mithuna (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 20 Jan 2027?
- Shukla Trayodashi at sunrise in India, until 21 Jan, 1:11 am IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 20 Jan 2027?
- Mrigashira (pada 3), ruled by Mars, until 20 Jan, 4:15 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 20 Jan 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Aquarius.
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