The sky on Saturday, 27 March 2027
On Saturday, 27 March 2027 the Moon is a Waning Gibbous, 72% lit, in Sagittarius (tropical) and Vrishchika rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Aries.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Panchami until 27 Mar, 1:33 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 2 (lord Saturn) until 27 Mar, 10:13 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Vrishchika |
| 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 later each night, still bright after midnight. Share what you’ve learned.
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 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 11° | morning sky, east |
| Venus | Pisces 1° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Leo 21° ℞ retrograde | evening sky, west |
| Jupiter | Leo 17° ℞ retrograde | evening sky, west |
| Saturn | Aries 16° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
Retrograde today: Mars, Jupiter. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 27 Mar 2027?
- Waning Gibbous, 72% illuminated, with the Moon in Sagittarius (tropical) / Vrishchika (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 27 Mar 2027?
- Krishna Panchami at sunrise in India, until 27 Mar, 1:33 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 27 Mar 2027?
- Anuradha (pada 2), ruled by Saturn, until 27 Mar, 10:13 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 27 Mar 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Pisces.
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