The sky on Sunday, 24 January 2027
On Sunday, 24 January 2027 the Moon is a Waning Gibbous, 93% lit, in Virgo (tropical) and Simha rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Aquarius.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Dwitiya until 24 Jan, 11:01 am IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 1 (lord Ketu) until 25 Jan, 2:43 am IST |
| Moon rashi | Simha |
| 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 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: 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 19° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Venus | Sagittarius 18° | 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 24 Jan 2027?
- Waning Gibbous, 93% illuminated, with the Moon in Virgo (tropical) / Simha (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 24 Jan 2027?
- Krishna Dwitiya at sunrise in India, until 24 Jan, 11:01 am IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 24 Jan 2027?
- Magha (pada 1), ruled by Ketu, until 25 Jan, 2:43 am IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 24 Jan 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Aquarius.
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