The sky on Saturday, 22 May 2027
On Saturday, 22 May 2027 the Moon is a Waning Gibbous, 95% lit, in Sagittarius (tropical) and Vrishchika rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Gemini.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Dwitiya until 22 May, 6:45 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Jyeshtha, pada 3 (lord Mercury) until 22 May, 4:46 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Vrishchika |
| 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 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: 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 23° | evening sky, west |
| Venus | Taurus 9° | morning sky, east |
| Mars | Virgo 3° | evening sky, west |
| Jupiter | Leo 19° | evening sky, west |
| Saturn | Aries 23° | morning sky, east |
No planet is retrograde today.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 22 May 2027?
- Waning Gibbous, 95% illuminated, with the Moon in Sagittarius (tropical) / Vrishchika (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 22 May 2027?
- Krishna Dwitiya at sunrise in India, until 22 May, 6:45 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 22 May 2027?
- Jyeshtha (pada 3), ruled by Mercury, until 22 May, 4:46 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 22 May 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Gemini.
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