The sky on Friday, 22 January 2027
On Friday, 22 January 2027 the Moon is a Full Moon, 100% lit, in Leo (tropical) and Karka rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Aquarius.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Shukla Purnima until 22 Jan, 5:48 pm IST |
| Paksha | Shukla (waxing) |
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 4 (lord Jupiter) until 22 Jan, 10:24 am IST |
| Moon rashi | Karka |
| 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
Rising as the Sun sets and up all night. What was hidden is easy to see tonight, in yourself as well.
The Moon in Leo likes an audience. Make something, then let someone see it.
Next full Moon: 21 Feb, 4:51 am IST. Next new Moon: 6 Feb, 9:26 pm IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Aquarius 15° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Venus | Sagittarius 16° | 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 22 Jan 2027?
- Full Moon, 100% illuminated, with the Moon in Leo (tropical) / Karka (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 22 Jan 2027?
- Shukla Purnima at sunrise in India, until 22 Jan, 5:48 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 22 Jan 2027?
- Punarvasu (pada 4), ruled by Jupiter, until 22 Jan, 10:24 am IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 22 Jan 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Aquarius.
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