The sky on Wednesday, 3 February 2027
On Wednesday, 3 February 2027 the Moon is a Waning Crescent, 8% lit, in Capricorn (tropical) and Dhanu rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Aquarius.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Dwadashi until 3 Feb, 1:49 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (lord Ketu) until 3 Feb, 12:23 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Dhanu |
| 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 Capricorn is quiet and practical. A good night for the unglamorous job you’ve been putting off.
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 | Pisces 2° | evening sky, west |
| Venus | Capricorn 0° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Virgo 6° ℞ 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 3 Feb 2027?
- Waning Crescent, 8% illuminated, with the Moon in Capricorn (tropical) / Dhanu (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 3 Feb 2027?
- Krishna Dwadashi at sunrise in India, until 3 Feb, 1:49 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 3 Feb 2027?
- Mula (pada 4), ruled by Ketu, until 3 Feb, 12:23 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 3 Feb 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Pisces.
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