The sky on Tuesday, 23 March 2027
On Tuesday, 23 March 2027 the Moon is a Full Moon, 98% lit, in Libra (tropical) and Kanya rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Aries.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Pratipada until 23 Mar, 2:25 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 2 (lord Moon) until 23 Mar, 7:46 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Kanya |
| Sun rashi | Meena |
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 Libra weighs everything twice. Ask a friend. Tonight you think better out loud.
Next full Moon: 21 Apr, 3:54 am IST. Next new Moon: 7 Apr, 5:26 am IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Pisces 6° | morning sky, east |
| Venus | Aquarius 26° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Leo 21° ℞ retrograde | evening sky, west |
| Jupiter | Leo 17° ℞ retrograde | evening sky, west |
| Saturn | Aries 15° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
Retrograde today: Mars, Jupiter. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 23 Mar 2027?
- Full Moon, 98% illuminated, with the Moon in Libra (tropical) / Kanya (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 23 Mar 2027?
- Krishna Pratipada at sunrise in India, until 23 Mar, 2:25 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 23 Mar 2027?
- Hasta (pada 2), ruled by Moon, until 23 Mar, 7:46 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 23 Mar 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Pisces.
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