The sky on Sunday, 31 January 2027
On Sunday, 31 January 2027 the Moon is a Waning Crescent, 29% lit, in Sagittarius (tropical) and Vrishchika rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Aquarius.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Navami until 31 Jan, 6:31 am IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (lord Saturn) until 1 Feb, 6:23 am IST |
| Moon rashi | Vrishchika |
| 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
A thin crescent just before dawn. Rest. The cycle is nearly over.
The Moon in Sagittarius has one foot out the door. Plan the trip, even if it’s only to a new part of town.
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 29° | evening sky, west |
| Venus | Sagittarius 26° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Virgo 7° ℞ retrograde | up all night |
| Jupiter | Leo 23° ℞ retrograde | up all night |
| Saturn | Aries 10° | evening sky, west |
Retrograde today: Mars, Jupiter. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 31 Jan 2027?
- Waning Crescent, 29% illuminated, with the Moon in Sagittarius (tropical) / Vrishchika (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 31 Jan 2027?
- Krishna Navami at sunrise in India, until 31 Jan, 6:31 am IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 31 Jan 2027?
- Anuradha (pada 1), ruled by Saturn, until 1 Feb, 6:23 am IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 31 Jan 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Aquarius.
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