The sky on Sunday, 23 May 2027
On Sunday, 23 May 2027 the Moon is a Waning Gibbous, 90% lit, in Capricorn (tropical) and Dhanu rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Gemini.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Tritiya until 23 May, 8:40 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 3 (lord Ketu) until 23 May, 7:14 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Dhanu |
| 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 Capricorn is quiet and practical. A good night for the unglamorous job you’ve been putting off.
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 24° | evening sky, west |
| Venus | Taurus 10° | 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 23 May 2027?
- Waning Gibbous, 90% illuminated, with the Moon in Capricorn (tropical) / Dhanu (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 23 May 2027?
- Krishna Tritiya at sunrise in India, until 23 May, 8:40 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 23 May 2027?
- Mula (pada 3), ruled by Ketu, until 23 May, 7:14 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 23 May 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Gemini.
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