The sky on Thursday, 20 May 2027
On Thursday, 20 May 2027 the Moon is a Full Moon, 100% lit, in Sagittarius (tropical) and Tula rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Taurus.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Shukla Purnima until 20 May, 4:25 pm IST |
| Paksha | Shukla (waxing) |
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 3 (lord Jupiter) until 20 May, 1:17 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Tula |
| Sun rashi | Vrishabha |
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 Sagittarius has one foot out the door. Plan the trip, even if it’s only to a new part of town.
Next full Moon: 19 Jun, 6:11 am IST. Next new Moon: 5 Jun, 1:18 am IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Gemini 20° | evening sky, west |
| Venus | Taurus 7° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Virgo 2° | evening sky, west |
| Jupiter | Leo 19° | evening sky, west |
| Saturn | Aries 22° | morning sky, east |
No planet is retrograde today.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 20 May 2027?
- Full Moon, 100% illuminated, with the Moon in Sagittarius (tropical) / Tula (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 20 May 2027?
- Shukla Purnima at sunrise in India, until 20 May, 4:25 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 20 May 2027?
- Vishakha (pada 3), ruled by Jupiter, until 20 May, 1:17 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 20 May 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Gemini.
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