The sky on Friday, 5 March 2027
On Friday, 5 March 2027 the Moon is a Waning Crescent, 7% lit, in Aquarius (tropical) and Makara rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Pisces.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Dwadashi until 5 Mar, 9:54 am IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 1 (lord Moon) until 6 Mar, 4:20 am IST |
| Moon rashi | Makara |
| Sun rashi | Kumbha |
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 Aquarius is cool-headed and a little far away. Step back and you’ll see the pattern.
Next full Moon: 22 Mar, 4:10 pm IST. Next new Moon: 8 Mar, 3:02 pm IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Aquarius 21° | morning sky, east |
| Venus | Aquarius 5° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Leo 25° ℞ retrograde | up all night |
| Jupiter | Leo 19° ℞ retrograde | up all night |
| Saturn | Aries 13° | evening sky, west |
Retrograde today: Mars, Jupiter. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 5 Mar 2027?
- Waning Crescent, 7% illuminated, with the Moon in Aquarius (tropical) / Makara (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 5 Mar 2027?
- Krishna Dwadashi at sunrise in India, until 5 Mar, 9:54 am IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 5 Mar 2027?
- Shravana (pada 1), ruled by Moon, until 6 Mar, 4:20 am IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 5 Mar 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Aquarius.
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