The sky on Saturday, 23 January 2027
On Saturday, 23 January 2027 the Moon is a Full Moon, 98% lit, in Leo (tropical) and Karka rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Aquarius.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Pratipada until 23 Jan, 2:15 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 4 (lord Saturn) until 23 Jan, 7:32 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 17° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Venus | Sagittarius 17° | 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 23 Jan 2027?
- Full Moon, 98% illuminated, with the Moon in Leo (tropical) / Karka (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 23 Jan 2027?
- Krishna Pratipada at sunrise in India, until 23 Jan, 2:15 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 23 Jan 2027?
- Pushya (pada 4), ruled by Saturn, until 23 Jan, 7:32 am IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 23 Jan 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Aquarius.
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