The sky on Monday, 23 August 2027
On Monday, 23 August 2027 the Moon is a Last Quarter, 65% lit, in Taurus (tropical) and Mesha rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Virgo.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Shashthi until 23 Aug, 8:59 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Ashwini, pada 3 (lord Ketu) until 23 Aug, 12:16 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Mesha |
| Sun rashi | Simha |
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
Half lit, rising around midnight. Clear the table.
The Moon in Taurus wants a proper dinner, a blanket and nobody rushing anybody. Slow is the right speed tonight.
Next full Moon: 16 Sept, 4:39 am IST. Next new Moon: 31 Aug, 11:10 pm IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Virgo 11° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Venus | Virgo 3° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Mars | Libra 23° | evening sky, west |
| Jupiter | Virgo 6° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Saturn | Aries 27° ℞ retrograde | morning sky, east |
Retrograde today: Saturn. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 23 Aug 2027?
- Last Quarter, 65% illuminated, with the Moon in Taurus (tropical) / Mesha (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 23 Aug 2027?
- Krishna Shashthi at sunrise in India, until 23 Aug, 8:59 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 23 Aug 2027?
- Ashwini (pada 3), ruled by Ketu, until 23 Aug, 12:16 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 23 Aug 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Virgo.
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