The sky on Friday, 24 September 2027
On Friday, 24 September 2027 the Moon is a Last Quarter, 36% lit, in Cancer (tropical) and Mithuna rashi (sidereal). The Sun is in Libra.
Panchang at sunrise (India)
| Tithi | Krishna Navami until 25 Sept, 1:00 am IST |
| Paksha | Krishna (waning) |
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 3 (lord Rahu) until 24 Sept, 4:02 pm IST |
| Moon rashi | Mithuna |
| Sun rashi | Kanya |
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 is at home in Cancer. Call someone who knew you when you were small.
Next full Moon: 15 Oct, 7:23 pm IST. Next new Moon: 30 Sept, 8:03 am IST.
Where the planets are
| Planet | Sign (tropical) | Where to look |
|---|---|---|
| Mercury | Libra 27° | evening sky, west |
| Venus | Libra 13° | lost in the Sun’s glare |
| Mars | Scorpio 15° | evening sky, west |
| Jupiter | Virgo 12° | morning sky, east |
| Saturn | Aries 26° ℞ retrograde | up all night |
Retrograde today: Saturn. All retrograde dates.
Questions
- What is the moon phase on 24 Sept 2027?
- Last Quarter, 36% illuminated, with the Moon in Cancer (tropical) / Mithuna (sidereal).
- What is the tithi on 24 Sept 2027?
- Krishna Navami at sunrise in India, until 25 Sept, 1:00 am IST.
- Which nakshatra is the Moon in on 24 Sept 2027?
- Ardra (pada 3), ruled by Rahu, until 24 Sept, 4:02 pm IST.
- Is Mercury retrograde on 24 Sept 2027?
- No. Mercury is moving direct in Libra.
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