The sky on Saturday, 28 August 2027
On Saturday, 28 August 2027 the Moon is a Waning Crescent, 14% lit, in Cancer (tropical) and Mithuna rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Virgo.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Ekadashi until 28 Aug, 12:44 pm IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 4 (lord Rahu) until 28 Aug, 8:33 am IST |
| Moon rashi | Mithuna |
| 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
A thin crescent just before dawn. Rest. The cycle is nearly over.
The Moon is at home in Cancer. Call someone who knew you when you were small.
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 20° | evening sky, west |
| Venus | Virgo 9° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Mars | Libra 27° | evening sky, west |
| Jupiter | Virgo 7° | 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 28 Aug 2027?
- Waning Crescent, 14% illuminated, with the Moon in Cancer (tropical) / Mithuna (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 28 Aug 2027?
- Krishna Ekadashi at sunrise in India, until 28 Aug, 12:44 pm IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 28 Aug 2027?
- Ardra (pada 4), ruled by Rahu, until 28 Aug, 8:33 am IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 28 Aug 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Virgo.
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