Panchanga Calendar

February 1889

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SamvatsaraSarvadhari (22)MonthMaghaRituShishiraAyanaUttarayanaPlace55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

February 1889 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the month Magha. Periods: 1–8.02 — Magha Gupta Navaratri. Major festivals: 4.02 Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja); 7.02 Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti); 28.02 Maha Shivaratri.

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
1Dhan1Chandra Darshan
2Shat2
3PBh4Vinayaka Chaturthi
4UBh5Vasant Panchami
5Rev6Skanda Shashti
6Ashw6until 15:59
7Bhar7Ratha Saptami
8Krit8Masik Durgashtami
9Roh9after 15:47
10Mrig10Kumbha Sankranti
11Mrig11Jaya Ekadashi
12Ard12
13Pun13Pradosha
14Push14until 14:38
15Ashl15Purnima
16Mag1
17PPh2after 16:12
18UPh3
19Has4Angaraki Chaturthi
20Chit5after 14:05
21Swa6until 12:56
22Vish7after 15:56
23Anu8
24Jye9
25Mul10Vijaya Ekadashi
26UAsh11Ekadashi Vaish.
27Shra13Pradosha
28Dhan14Maha Shivaratri
Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable
Markersafter / until HH:MM
Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya
Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed
Icons this month (20)
Chandra DarshanGupta NavaratriVinayaka ChaturthiVasant PanchamiSkanda ShashtiRatha SaptamiBhishma AshtamiGoddess (Durga, Kali)Amrita Siddhi YogaMadhva NavamiSankrantiEkadashiTripushkar YogaPradoshaGuru Pushya Yogaday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)moment of the full moon (see the time in the “Sky this month” card)SankashtiKalashtamiMaha Shivaratri
How to read the calendar

Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.

Best days

  • 4.02 Mon — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra until 16:35
    Uttara-Bhadra (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
  • 6.02 Wed — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra until 15:59
    Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
  • 9.02 Sat — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga after 15:47
    Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
  • 14.02 Thu — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Ravi Yoga until 14:38
    Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.

Festivals

  • 1.02 Fri Chandra Darshan
  • 1.02 Fri Magha Gupta Navaratri
  • 3.02 Sun Vinayaka Chaturthi
  • 4.02 Mon Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja)
  • 5.02 Tue Skanda Shashti
  • 7.02 Thu Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti)
  • 7.02 Thu Bhishma Ashtami
  • 8.02 Fri Masik Durgashtami
  • 9.02 Sat Madhva Navami
  • 10.02 Sun Kumbha Sankranti
  • 11.02 Mon Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi)
  • 13.02 Wed Pradosha Vrat
  • 15.02 Fri Magha Purnima (Maghi)
  • 19.02 Tue Angaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)
  • 22.02 Fri Kalashtami
  • 25.02 Mon Vijaya Ekadashi
  • 26.02 Tue Vijaya Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast
  • 27.02 Wed Pradosha Vrat
  • 28.02 Thu Maha Shivaratri

Special muhurta yogas

  • 3.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:38–08:17 (04.02)
  • 5.02 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:36–08:13 (06.02)
  • 5.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:36–08:13 (06.02)
  • 9.02 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:07–05:13 (10.02)
  • 9.02 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:07–05:13 (10.02)
  • 11.02 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:03–08:10
  • 11.02 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:03–08:10
  • 12.02 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 10:49–22:46
  • 14.02 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:56–14:38
  • 14.02 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 07:56–14:38
  • 14.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:56–14:38
  • 17.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:12–07:47 (18.02)
  • 17.02 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 16:12–00:11 (18.02)
  • 22.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:40–07:35 (23.02)
  • 24.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:56–07:30 (25.02)
  • 26.02 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 07:37–04:54 (27.02)

Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.

Avoid starting important matters

  • 2.02 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 5.02 Tue — Tryahasparsha, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
  • 7.02 Thu — Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
  • 8.02 Fri — Jwalamukhi Yoga, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Ashtami
  • 10.02 Sun — Vaidhriti, Sankranti day
  • 11.02 Mon — Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra), Anandadi: Kaladanda
  • 15.02 Fri — Anandadi: Mrityu, Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
  • 18.02 Mon — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Vishti (Bhadra), Anandadi: Vajra
  • 25.02 Mon — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Anandadi: Utpata (unfavourable day)
  • 26.02 Tue — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata, Kshaya tithi (unfavourable day)
  • 28.02 Thu — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)

Sky this month

  • 10.02 Kumbha Sankranti 22:08 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)
  • 16.02 Full moon (Purnima) 01:17
  • There are no eclipses this month.

Periods

  • 1–8.02 Magha Gupta Navaratri
  • 1.02 06:01 – 5.02 18:36 Dosha-free Panchaka
  • 28.02 15:18 – 5.03 03:41 Dosha-free Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Sarvadhari (No. 22, “all-sustaining”) — A year of support for all: plenty, stability and well-being. more

Northern samvatsara: Sharvari. Shaka Samvat 1810, Vikram Samvat 1945, Kali Yuga 4989.

Magha (Tapas) — A month of austerity and holy baths (Magha Snana): Vasant Panchami, Ratha Saptami; in the dark half — Maha Shivaratri. more

Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.

Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
FestivalsChandra Darshan · Magha Gupta Navaratri

At sunrise 08:23

Tithi1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 10:05 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 17:27 more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 21:43 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 10:05 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 10:05tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 10:05karana Balava
from 17:27nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 21:13karana Kaulava
from 21:43yoga Parigha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:42
Sunrise08:23
Noon12:43
Sunset17:04
End of twilight17:45
Moonrise09:15
Moonset18:20
Day length8 h 40 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 10:05

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)

The first evening after the new moon, when the thin lunar crescent becomes visible. People look at the young Moon, offer it water and pray for well-being; some fast until it appears.

Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 17:04–18:20
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:04–18:20

Magha Gupta Navaratri · Durga

The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha: nine days of sadhana of the Goddess; its fifth day is Vasant Panchami.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 12:09 (31.01)–10:05
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 08:23–10:05
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:26–13:01

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 1

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:23–10:05

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:05–08:21 (02.02)

Anandadi: Prajapati 08:23–17:27 Anandadi: Saumya 17:27–08:21 (02.02)

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 06:01–18:36 (05.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:20–07:22
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:10–14:45
Godhuli17:04–17:34
Pradosha17:04–20:07
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (02.02)
Amrita Kalam07:36–09:07

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:38–12:43
Yamaganda14:54–15:59
Gulika Kalam09:28–10:33
Dur Muhurta10:07–10:42, 13:01–13:35
Varjyam00:26–01:59 (02.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:05–17:04

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavinggood 11:05–17:04
Cutting fingernailsgood 11:05–17:04
Cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairgood 11:05–17:04

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 10:05, Shukla-dvitya from 10:05; lagna Makara 08:23, Kumbha 08:48, Mina 09:32, Mesha 10:13, Vrishabha 11:05, Mithuna 12:32, Karka 14:56

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 08:23–17:27+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:23–17:27+1 Yoga Variyana 08:23–21:43+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 10:05–08:21 (02.02)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:23–10:05−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:05–08:21 (02.02)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:23

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Panchaka
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

At sunrise 08:21

Tithi2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 08:29 more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 16:43 more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 19:28 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 08:29 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:29tithi Shukla-tritya (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 08:29karana Taitila
from 16:43nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 19:28yoga Shiva
from 19:55karana Gara
from 07:31 (03.02)tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 07:31 (03.02)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:41
Sunrise08:21
Noon12:43
Sunset17:06
End of twilight17:46
Moonrise09:38
Moonset19:42
Day length8 h 44 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 08:29from 16:43

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (08:21–16:43) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (16:43–17:06) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 16:43–08:19 (03.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:31–08:19 (03.02)

Anandadi: Ananda 08:21–16:43 Anandadi: Kaladanda 16:43–08:19 (03.02)

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 06:01 (01.02)–18:36 (05.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:19–07:20
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:11–14:46
Godhuli17:06–17:36
Pradosha17:06–20:09
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (03.02)
Amrita Kalam09:44–11:18

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:32–11:38
Yamaganda13:49–14:55
Gulika Kalam08:21–09:27
Dur Muhurta08:21–08:56, 08:56–09:31
Varjyam23:06–00:42 (03.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 16:43, Purva-Bhadra from 16:43; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 08:29, Shukla-tritya from 08:29; lagna Makara 08:21, Kumbha 08:44, Mina 09:28, Mesha 10:09, Vrishabha 11:01, Mithuna 12:28, Karka 14:52

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 16:43) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 16:43) — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −1

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+1 Anandadi: Ananda 08:21–16:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:21–16:43+1 Auspicious tithi 08:21–08:290 Ravi Yoga 16:43–08:19 (03.02)0 Yoga Parigha 08:21–08:350 Anandadi: Kaladanda 16:43–08:19 (03.02)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:43–08:19 (03.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Kshaya tithi

Panchanga at sunrise 08:21

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
FestivalsVinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 08:19

Tithi4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 07:15 (04.02) more
NakshatraPurva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 16:38 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 17:44 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 19:18 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 16:38nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 17:44yoga Siddha
from 19:18karana Vishti
from 07:15 (04.02)tithi Shukla-panchami
from 07:15 (04.02)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:39
Sunrise08:19
Noon12:43
Sunset17:08
End of twilight17:48
Moonrise09:57
Moonset21:02
Day length8 h 48 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 1, bad — 10

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 16:38

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (08:19–16:38) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (16:38–17:08) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha

The monthly Chaturthi of Ganesha in the bright half of the month. Puja is performed at noon (Madhyahna); in the evening of this day devotees do not look at the Moon.

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:51–13:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:19–16:38 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:38–08:17 (04.02) Ravi Yoga 08:04–08:17 (04.02)

Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:19–07:15 (04.02)

Anandadi: Chara 08:19–16:38 Anandadi: Sthira 16:38–08:17 (04.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 19:18–07:15 (04.02); Bhadra Mukha 19:23–21:22; Bhadra Puchha 06:04–07:15 (04.02)
  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 06:01 (01.02)–18:36 (05.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:18–07:18
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:12–14:47
Godhuli17:08–17:38
Pradosha17:08–20:10
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (04.02)
Amrita Kalam08:40–10:16

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:02–17:08
Yamaganda12:44–13:50
Gulika Kalam14:56–16:02
Dur Muhurta15:58–16:33
Varjyam02:29–04:08 (04.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 16:38–17:08

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 16:38, Uttara-Bhadra from 16:38; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Makara 08:19, Kumbha 08:40, Mina 09:24, Mesha 10:05, Vrishabha 10:57, Mithuna 12:24, Karka 14:48

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 16:38) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 16:38) — a good life; Sunday — physical well-being.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Shukla-chaturti 08:19–17:08: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+2 Ravi Yoga 08:19–16:38+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:19–16:38+1 Yoga Shiva 08:19–17:440 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:38–08:17 (04.02)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:38–08:17 (04.02)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:19–07:15 (04.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:19–16:38−2 Rikta tithi 08:19–07:15 (04.02)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:19

SummaryBest day — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 16:35
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
FestivalsVasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja)

At sunrise 08:17

Tithi5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 07:45 (05.02) more
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 17:15 more
YogaSiddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 16:35 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 19:24 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 16:35yoga Sadhya
from 17:15nakshatra Revati
from 19:24karana Balava
from 07:45 (05.02)tithi Shukla-shashti
from 07:45 (05.02)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:37
Sunrise08:17
Noon12:43
Sunset17:10
End of twilight17:50
Moonrise10:14
Moonset22:18
Day length8 h 52 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 1, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (08:17–17:10) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja) · Saraswati

The welcoming of spring and the day of Saraswati — goddess of knowledge and the arts: people wear yellow, place books and instruments before the goddess, and children are taught to write for the first time (vidyarambha).

Rule: purvahna vyapini: before noon, 08:17–12:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 4

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:17–17:15

Hutashana Yoga 07:45–08:15 (05.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:45–08:15 (05.02)

Anandadi: Matanga 17:15–08:15 (05.02) Anandadi: Gada 08:17–17:15

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 06:01 (01.02)–18:36 (05.02)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 07:20–08:10 (05.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:16–07:17
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:13–14:48
Godhuli17:10–17:40
Pradosha17:10–20:11
Nishitha00:13–01:13 (05.02)
Amrita Kalam12:20–13:58

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:24–10:31
Yamaganda11:37–12:44
Gulika Kalam13:50–14:57
Dur Muhurta13:02–13:37, 14:48–15:24
Varjyam05:56–07:37 (05.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:17–08:36, 09:20–10:01, 10:53–17:10

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavinggood 08:17–08:36, 09:20–10:01, 10:53–17:10
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 08:17–08:36, 09:20–10:01, 10:53–17:10
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:17–08:36, 09:20–10:01, 10:53–17:10

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Makara 08:17, Kumbha 08:36, Mina 09:20, Mesha 10:01, Vrishabha 10:53, Mithuna 12:20, Karka 14:44

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +5

The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.

Auspicious time ends by 16:35

+2 Yoga Siddha 08:17–16:35+2 Ravi Yoga 08:17–17:15+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:17–17:15+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:17–07:45 (05.02)−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:17–17:15−1 Panchaka all day

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:17

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Tryahasparsha, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
FestivalsSkanda Shashti

At sunrise 08:15

Tithi6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 08:58 (06.02) more
the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha)
NakshatraRevati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 18:36 more
Gandamula
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 16:01 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 20:16 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 16:01yoga Shubha
from 18:36nakshatra Ashwini
from 20:16karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:35
Sunrise08:15
Noon12:43
Sunset17:12
End of twilight17:52
Moonrise10:29
Moonset23:32
Day length8 h 57 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (08:15–17:12) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:45–08:58 (06.02)
the tithi spans two sunrises — the first day is chosen by rule

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:36–08:13 (06.02) Ravi Yoga 18:36–08:13 (06.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:36–08:13 (06.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day

Anandadi: Shubha 08:15–18:36 Anandadi: Amrita 18:36–08:13 (06.02)

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 06:01 (01.02)–18:36
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 12:12–01:03 (06.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:15–07:15
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:13–14:49
Godhuli17:12–17:42
Pradosha17:12–20:13
Nishitha00:13–01:13 (06.02)
Amrita Kalam16:04–17:46

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:58–16:05
Yamaganda10:30–11:37
Gulika Kalam12:44–13:51
Dur Muhurta10:03–10:39, 23:13–00:13 (06.02)
Varjyamnone on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:15–08:32, 09:17–09:57, 10:49–17:12

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 08:15–08:32, 09:17–09:57, 10:49–17:12
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:15–08:32, 09:17–09:57, 10:49–17:12
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:15–08:32, 09:17–09:57, 10:49–17:12

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Makara 08:15, Kumbha 08:32, Mina 09:17, Mesha 09:57, Vrishabha 10:49, Mithuna 12:16, Karka 14:40

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

+1 Anandadi: Shubha 08:15–18:36+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:15–18:36+1 Yoga Sadhya 08:15–16:01−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 08:15–18:36−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day−2 Tryahasparsha

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:15

SummaryBest day — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 15:59
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

At sunrise 08:13

Tithi6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 08:58 more
vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise
NakshatraAshwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 20:38 more
Gandamula
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 15:59 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 08:58 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 08:58tithi Shukla-saptami
from 08:58karana Gara
from 15:59yoga Shukla
from 20:38nakshatra Bharani
from 21:50karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:33
Sunrise08:13
Noon12:44
Sunset17:15
End of twilight17:54
Moonrise10:44
Moonsetnone
Day length9 h 01 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 5, average — 7, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 08:58

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:13–20:38 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:58–08:11 (07.02)

Visha Yoga (weekday, tithi and nakshatra) 20:38–08:11 (07.02)

Anandadi: Mrityu 08:13–20:38 Anandadi: Kana 20:38–08:11 (07.02)

  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:13–07:13
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:14–14:50
Godhuli17:15–17:44
Pradosha17:15–20:14
Nishitha00:13–01:13 (07.02)
Amrita Kalam12:49–14:33

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:44–13:52
Yamaganda09:21–10:29
Gulika Kalam11:36–12:44
Dur Muhurta12:26–13:02
Varjyam16:17–18:02, 07:16–09:02 (07.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:13–09:53, 10:46–17:15

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavinggood 09:13–09:53, 10:46–17:15
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 09:13–09:53, 10:46–17:15
Bathing, washing hairgood 09:13–09:53, 10:46–17:15

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-shashti until 08:58, Shukla-saptami from 08:58; lagna Makara 08:13, Kumbha 08:28, Mina 09:13, Mesha 09:53, Vrishabha 10:46, Mithuna 12:13, Karka 14:36

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +7

The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.

Auspicious time ends by 15:59

+2 Yoga Shubha 08:13–15:59+2 Ravi Yoga 08:13–20:38+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:13–20:38+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:58–08:11 (07.02)0 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:13–20:38 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:58–08:11 (07.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:13

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
FestivalsRatha Saptami (Surya Jayanti) · Bhishma Ashtami

At sunrise 08:11

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 10:50 more
NakshatraBharani, pada 2 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 23:12 more
YogaShukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 16:24 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 10:50 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 10:50tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 10:50karana Vishti
from 16:24yoga Brahma
from 23:12nakshatra Krittika
from 23:58karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:32
Sunrise08:11
Noon12:44
Sunset17:17
End of twilight17:56
Moonrise11:00
Moonset00:43
Day length9 h 05 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 10:50

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (08:11–17:17) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:50–17:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti) · Surya

The birthday of Surya: the Sun turns his chariot of seven horses to the north. At dawn a holy bath is taken with seven arka leaves placed on the head, and water is offered to Surya.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:58 (06.02)–10:50
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Bhishma Ashtami · Bhishma

The day of the departure of Bhishma, who lay on a bed of arrows until the onset of Uttarayana. Tarpana is performed for Bhishma — especially by those who have lost their father.

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:49–13:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the first is chosen by rule

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

Muhurta

Krakacha Yoga 10:50–08:09 (08.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:50–08:09 (08.02) Jwalamukhi Yoga 23:12–08:09 (08.02) Yamaghanta 23:12–08:09 (08.02)

Anandadi: Padma 08:11–23:12 Anandadi: Lumbaka 23:12–08:09 (08.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 10:50–23:58; Bhadra Puchha 12:49–14:08; Bhadra Mukha 14:08–16:19

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:12–07:11
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:15–14:51
Godhuli17:17–17:46
Pradosha17:17–20:15
Nishitha00:13–01:13 (08.02)
Amrita Kalam17:53–19:40

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:52–15:00
Yamaganda08:11–09:19
Gulika Kalam10:28–11:36
Dur Muhurta11:13–11:49, 14:51–15:28
Varjyam07:16–09:02

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:11–10:50

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 08:11–10:50
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:11–10:50
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-saptami until 10:50, Shukla-ashtami from 10:50; lagna Makara 08:11, Kumbha 08:24, Mina 09:09, Mesha 09:49, Vrishabha 10:42, Mithuna 12:09, Karka 14:32

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Shukla-ashtami 10:50–17:17: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

+1 Anandadi: Padma 08:11–23:12+1 Yoga Shukla 08:11–16:24+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:11–10:50−1 Ashtami 10:50–08:09 (08.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:11–23:12−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:50–08:09 (08.02)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 10:50–23:58−3 Krakacha Yoga 10:50–08:09 (08.02)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:11

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Jwalamukhi Yoga, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
FestivalsMasik Durgashtami

At sunrise 08:09

Tithi8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 13:11 more
NakshatraKrittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 02:08 (09.02) more
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 17:09 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 13:11 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 13:11tithi Shukla-navami
from 13:11karana Balava
from 17:09yoga Indra
from 02:08 (09.02)nakshatra Rohini
from 02:28 (09.02)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:30
Sunrise08:09
Noon12:44
Sunset17:19
End of twilight17:58
Moonrise11:19
Moonset01:54
Day length9 h 09 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 13:11

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (08:09–17:19) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Masik Durgashtami · Durga

The monthly Ashtami of Durga — the eighth day of the waxing Moon. Devotees fast and perform Durga Puja for protection and strength.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:50 (07.02)–13:11
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 02:08–08:07 (09.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–13:11 Jwalamukhi Yoga 08:09–13:11 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 13:11–02:08 (09.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:11–08:07 (09.02) Jwalamukhi Yoga 02:08–08:07 (09.02) Yamaghanta 02:08–08:07 (09.02)

Anandadi: Chhatra 08:09–02:08 (09.02) Anandadi: Mitra 02:08–08:07 (09.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:10–07:10
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:16–14:52
Godhuli17:19–17:49
Pradosha17:19–20:17
Nishitha00:13–01:13 (09.02)
Amrita Kalam23:27–01:15 (09.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:35–12:44
Yamaganda15:01–16:10
Gulika Kalam09:18–10:27
Dur Muhurta09:59–10:36, 13:02–13:39
Varjyam12:40–14:28

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 13:11, Shukla-navami from 13:11; lagna Makara 08:09, Kumbha 08:20, Mina 09:05, Mesha 09:45, Vrishabha 10:38, Mithuna 12:05, Karka 14:28

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Friday — universal respect.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Shukla-ashtami 08:09–13:11: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Shukla-navami 13:11–17:19: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

+2 Yoga Brahma 08:09–17:09+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 08:09–02:08 (09.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 13:11–02:08 (09.02)−1 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:11–08:07 (09.02)−1 Ashtami 08:09–13:11−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–13:11−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 08:09–13:11

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:09

SummaryBest day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; auspicious time — after 15:47
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsMadhva Navami

At sunrise 08:07

Tithi9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 15:47 more
NakshatraRohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 05:13 (10.02) more
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 18:04 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 15:47 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 15:47tithi Shukla-dashami
from 15:47karana Taitila
from 18:04yoga Vaidhriti
from 05:06 (10.02)karana Gara
from 05:13 (10.02)nakshatra Mrigashirsha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:28
Sunrise08:07
Noon12:44
Sunset17:21
End of twilight18:01
Moonrise11:41
Moonset03:03
Day length9 h 14 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 12, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 15:47

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (08:07–17:21) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Madhva Navami · Madhvacharya

The day of the departure of Madhvacharya, founder of the Dvaita Vedanta school; especially revered by followers of Madhva in Karnataka.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 13:11 (08.02)–15:47
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:07–15:47 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:07–05:13 (10.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:07–05:13 (10.02) Ravi Yoga all day

Jwalamukhi Yoga 08:07–15:47 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:47–08:05 (10.02)

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:07–05:13 (10.02) Anandadi: Vajra 05:13–08:05 (10.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:09–07:08
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:16–14:53
Godhuli17:21–17:51
Pradosha17:21–20:18
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (10.02)
Amrita Kalam01:36–03:24 (10.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:26–11:35
Yamaganda13:53–15:03
Gulika Kalam08:07–09:16
Dur Muhurta08:07–08:44, 08:44–09:21
Varjyam20:11–21:59

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 15:47–17:21

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 15:47–17:21
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 15:47–17:21
Bathing, washing hairaverage 09:01–09:42, 10:34–17:21

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Shukla-navami until 15:47, Shukla-dashami from 15:47; lagna Makara 08:07, Kumbha 08:16, Mina 09:01, Mesha 09:42, Vrishabha 10:34, Mithuna 12:01, Karka 14:24

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Shukla-navami 08:07–15:47: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +9

The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.

Auspicious time begins after 15:47

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:07–05:13 (10.02)+2 Yoga Indra 08:07–18:04+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:07–15:47+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:07–05:13 (10.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:07–05:13 (10.02)0 Auspicious tithi 15:47–08:05 (10.02)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 08:07–15:47 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:47–08:05 (10.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 08:07–15:47

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:07

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Sankranti day
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsKumbha Sankranti

At sunrise 08:05

Tithi10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 18:24 more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 08:10 (11.02) more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 18:59 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 18:24 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 18:24tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 18:24karana Vanija
from 18:59yoga Vishkambha
from 07:38 (11.02)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:26
Sunrise08:05
Noon12:44
Sunset17:23
End of twilight18:03
Moonrise12:10
Moonset04:10
Day length9 h 18 min

Sky

Kumbha Sankranti22:08 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 9, bad — 3

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (08:05–17:23) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Kumbha Sankranti · Surya

The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Aquarius. Punya Kala (the time for holy bath, charity and tarpana) — before the moment of entry.

Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 15:44–17:23
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:24–08:03 (11.02)

Anandadi: Saumya all day

  • Bhadra in heaven: 07:38–20:47 (11.02); Bhadra Puchha 12:52–14:12 (11.02); Bhadra Mukha 14:12–16:24 (11.02)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 17:57–18:50

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:07–07:06
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:17–14:54
Godhuli17:23–17:53
Pradosha17:23–20:19
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (11.02)
Amrita Kalam22:17–00:05 (11.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:13–17:23
Yamaganda12:44–13:54
Gulika Kalam15:04–16:13
Dur Muhurta16:09–16:46
Varjyam11:30–13:18

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Makara 08:05, Kumbha 08:12, Mina 08:57, Mesha 09:38, Vrishabha 10:30, Mithuna 11:57, Karka 14:20, Simha 17:18

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Sankranti at 22:08 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Vaidhriti 08:05–17:23: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +1

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti, Sankranti day

+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Saumya all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious tithi 08:05–18:24−1 Sankranti day−3 Vaidhriti 08:05–18:59

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:05

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsJaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi)

At sunrise 08:03

Tithi11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 20:47 more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 08:10 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 19:44 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 20:47 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 08:10nakshatra Ardra
from 19:44yoga Priti
from 20:47tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 20:47karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:24
Sunrise08:03
Noon12:44
Sunset17:25
End of twilight18:05
Moonrise12:46
Moonset05:12
Day length9 h 22 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 2, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 08:10

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (08:03–08:10) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:03–17:25: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi) · Vishnu

The Ekadashi of the bright half of Magha. According to the Puranas, the fast frees one from lower states of existence — the fate of pishacha ghosts; Vishnu is worshipped.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:24 (10.02)–20:47
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:01–09:54 (12.02)

Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:03–08:10 Ravi Yoga 08:03–08:10 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:03–08:10

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:03–20:47 Krakacha Yoga 08:03–20:47 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:47–08:01 (12.02)

Anandadi: Ananda 08:03–08:10 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:10–08:01 (12.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 07:38–20:47; Bhadra Puchha 12:52–14:12; Bhadra Mukha 14:12–16:24

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:05–07:04
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:18–14:55
Godhuli17:25–17:55
Pradosha17:25–20:20
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (12.02)
Amrita Kalam23:43–01:30 (12.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:13–10:23
Yamaganda11:34–12:44
Gulika Kalam13:54–15:05
Dur Muhurta13:03–13:40, 14:55–15:33
Varjyam17:30–19:17

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:08–17:25

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 08:08–17:25
Cutting fingernailsaverage 08:53–09:34, 10:26–17:14
Cutting toenailsaverage 08:08–17:25
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:53–09:34, 10:26–17:14

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 08:10, Ardra from 08:10; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Makara 08:03, Kumbha 08:08, Mina 08:53, Mesha 09:34, Vrishabha 10:26, Mithuna 11:53, Karka 14:16, Simha 17:14

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 08:10) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 08:10) — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Cautions:

  • Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:03–08:10+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:03–20:470 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:03–08:100 Ravi Yoga 08:03–08:100 Anandadi: Ananda 08:03–08:100 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:03–20:47 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:10–08:01 (12.02)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 08:10–08:01 (12.02)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:03–20:47−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:03–20:47

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 08:03

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chara, Yoga Priti; cons: Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more

At sunrise 08:01

Tithi12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 22:46 more
NakshatraArdra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 10:49 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 20:10 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 09:50 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 09:50karana Balava
from 10:49nakshatra Punarvasu
from 20:10yoga Ayushman
from 22:46tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 22:46karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:22
Sunrise08:01
Noon12:44
Sunset17:28
End of twilight18:07
Moonrise13:32
Moonset06:08
Day length9 h 27 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 3, bad — 7

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 10:49

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (10:49–17:28) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 10:49–22:46 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:46–07:58 (13.02)

Yamaghanta 08:01–10:49

Anandadi: Chara 08:01–10:49 Anandadi: Sthira 10:49–07:58 (13.02)

Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:04–07:02
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:19–14:56
Godhuli17:28–17:57
Pradosha17:28–20:22
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (13.02)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:06–16:17
Yamaganda10:22–11:33
Gulika Kalam12:44–13:55
Dur Muhurta09:54–10:32, 23:16–00:14 (13.02)
Varjyam23:55–01:40 (13.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:49–17:10

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 10:49–17:10
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 10:49–17:10
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:49–09:30, 10:22–17:10

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra until 10:49, Punarvasu from 10:49; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Makara 08:01, Kumbha 08:05, Mina 08:49, Mesha 09:30, Vrishabha 10:22, Mithuna 11:49, Karka 14:12, Simha 17:10

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 10:49) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 10:49) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:01–10:49+1 Yoga Priti 08:01–20:10+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:49–07:58 (13.02)0 Tripushkar Yoga 10:49–22:46−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:01–10:49−3 Yamaghanta 08:01–10:49

Panchanga at sunrise 08:01

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Ayushman; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Gada
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsPradosha Vrat

At sunrise 07:58

Tithi13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 00:12 (14.02) more
NakshatraPunarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 13:01 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 20:13 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 11:33 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 11:33karana Taitila
from 13:01nakshatra Pushya
from 20:13yoga Saubhagya
from 00:12 (14.02)tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 00:12 (14.02)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:20
Sunrise07:58
Noon12:44
Sunset17:30
End of twilight18:09
Moonrise14:29
Moonset06:55
Day length9 h 31 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 13:01

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (07:58–13:01) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (13:01–17:30) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Pradosha Vrat · Shiva

A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:30–20:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 13:01–07:56 (14.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:58–00:12 (14.02)

Anandadi: Matanga 13:01–07:56 (14.02) Anandadi: Gada 07:58–13:01

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:02–07:00
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:19–14:57
Godhuli17:30–17:59
Pradosha17:30–20:23
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (14.02)
Amrita Kalam10:23–12:08, 07:48–09:31 (14.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:44–13:55
Yamaganda09:10–10:21
Gulika Kalam11:33–12:44
Dur Muhurta12:25–13:03
Varjyam21:33–23:16

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:45–09:26, 10:18–17:06

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavinggood 08:45–09:26, 10:18–17:06
Cutting fingernailsaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsgood 08:45–09:26, 10:18–17:06
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:45–09:26, 10:18–17:06

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 13:01, Pushya from 13:01; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Makara 07:58, Kumbha 08:01, Mina 08:45, Mesha 09:26, Vrishabha 10:18, Mithuna 11:45, Karka 14:09, Simha 17:06

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 13:01) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 13:01) — increase in wealth; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:58–13:01+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:58–20:13+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:58–00:12 (14.02)+1 Ravi Yoga 13:01–07:56 (14.02)0 Anandadi: Matanga 13:01–07:56 (14.02)−1 Anandadi: Gada 07:58–13:01−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:58–00:12 (14.02)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:58

SummaryBest day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — until 14:38
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more

At sunrise 07:56

Tithi14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 01:02 (15.02) more
NakshatraPushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 14:38 more
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 19:48 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 12:42 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 12:42karana Vanija
from 14:38nakshatra Ashlesha
from 19:48yoga Shobhana
from 01:02 (15.02)tithi Purnima
from 01:02 (15.02)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:17
Sunrise07:56
Noon12:44
Sunset17:32
End of twilight18:11
Moonrise15:36
Moonset07:33
Day length9 h 35 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 11, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 14:38

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (07:56–14:38) is good for sowing.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 07:56–17:32: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:56–14:38 Guru Pushya Yoga 07:56–14:38 Ravi Yoga 07:56–14:38 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:56–14:38 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:02–07:54 (15.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:56–01:02 (15.02)

Anandadi: Shubha 07:56–14:38 Anandadi: Amrita 14:38–07:54 (15.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 01:02–13:14 (15.02); Bhadra Puchha 08:55–10:08 (15.02); Bhadra Mukha 10:08–12:09 (15.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:01–06:58
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:20–14:58
Godhuli17:32–18:01
Pradosha17:32–20:24
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (15.02)
Amrita Kalam07:48–09:31

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:56–15:08
Yamaganda07:56–09:08
Gulika Kalam10:20–11:32
Dur Muhurta11:08–11:46, 14:58–15:37
Varjyam04:00–05:40 (15.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:41–09:22, 10:14–17:02

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya until 14:38, Ashlesha from 14:38; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Makara 07:56, Kumbha 07:57, Mina 08:41, Mesha 09:22, Vrishabha 10:14, Mithuna 11:41, Karka 14:05, Simha 17:02

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 14:38) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 14:38) — physical affliction (suffering); Thursday — success.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 07:56–17:32: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +9

The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.

Auspicious time ends by 14:38

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:56–14:38+2 Pushya 07:56–14:38+2 Ravi Yoga 07:56–14:38+1 Anandadi: Shubha 07:56–14:38+1 Yoga Saubhagya 07:56–19:48+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:56–01:02 (15.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 14:38–07:54 (15.02)−2 Rikta tithi 07:56–01:02 (15.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:56

SummaryUnfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Bhadra on earth
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsMagha Purnima (Maghi)

At sunrise 07:54

Tithi15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 01:17 (16.02) more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 15:42 more
Gandamula
YogaShobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 18:57 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 13:14 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 13:14karana Bava
from 15:42nakshatra Magha
from 18:57yoga Atiganda
from 01:17 (16.02)tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 01:17 (16.02)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:15
Sunrise07:54
Noon12:44
Sunset17:34
End of twilight18:13
Moonrise16:49
Moonset08:04
Day length9 h 40 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 6, bad — 3

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 15:42

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (15:42–17:34) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:54–13:14: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Magha Purnima (Maghi) · Chandra (the Moon)

The full moon of Magha: the end of Magha Snana, holy bath and generous charity; Ravidas Jayanti, Lalita Jayanti.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:02–01:17 (16.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:17–07:52 (16.02)

Anandadi: Mrityu 07:54–15:42 Anandadi: Kana 15:42–07:52 (16.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 01:02–13:14; Bhadra Puchha 08:55–10:08; Bhadra Mukha 10:08–12:09
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 09:29–21:52
  • Gandanta (tithi): 00:52–01:40 (16.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:59–06:56
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:21–14:59
Godhuli17:34–18:03
Pradosha17:34–20:26
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (16.02)
Amrita Kalam14:01–15:42

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:31–12:44
Yamaganda15:09–16:22
Gulika Kalam09:06–10:19
Dur Muhurta09:50–10:29, 13:03–13:42
Varjyam03:57–05:35 (16.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:37–09:18, 10:10–16:58

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 15:42, Magha from 15:42; tithi Purnima; lagna Kumbha 07:54, Mina 08:37, Mesha 09:18, Vrishabha 10:10, Mithuna 11:37, Karka 14:01, Simha 16:58

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 15:42) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 15:42) — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Purnima 07:54–17:34: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Bhadra on earth 07:54–13:14: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −5

A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.

Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+1 Yoga Shobhana 07:54–18:57+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:54–15:42−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:54–15:42−3 Bhadra on earth 07:54–13:14

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:54

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Auspicious tithi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more

At sunrise 07:52

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 00:58 (17.02) more
NakshatraMagha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 16:12 more
Gandamula
YogaAtiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 17:39 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 13:11 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 13:11karana Kaulava
from 16:12nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 17:39yoga Sukarma
from 00:58 (17.02)tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 00:58 (17.02)karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:13
Sunrise07:52
Noon12:43
Sunset17:36
End of twilight18:15
Moonrise18:06
Moonset08:28
Day length9 h 44 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)01:17

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 8, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 16:12

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (07:52–16:12) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (16:12–17:36) is good for root crops.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Padma 07:52–16:12 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:12–07:49 (17.02)

  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:57–06:54
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:21–15:00
Godhuli17:36–18:05
Pradosha17:36–20:27
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (17.02)
Amrita Kalam13:45–15:23

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:18–11:31
Yamaganda13:57–15:10
Gulika Kalam07:52–09:05
Dur Muhurta07:52–08:31, 08:31–09:10
Varjyam00:12–01:48 (17.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingbad throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsbad throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairbad throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha until 16:12, Purva-Phalguni from 16:12; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Kumbha 07:52, Mina 08:33, Mesha 09:14, Vrishabha 10:06, Mithuna 11:33, Karka 13:57, Simha 16:54

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 16:12) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 16:12) — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Padma 07:52–16:12+1 Auspicious tithi 07:52–00:58 (17.02)0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:12–07:49 (17.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:52–16:12

Panchanga at sunrise 07:52

SummaryFavourable day — Anandadi: Chhatra, Yoga Sukarma; auspicious time — after 16:12
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more

At sunrise 07:49

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 00:11 (18.02) more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 16:12 more
YogaSukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 15:57 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 12:37 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 12:37karana Gara
from 15:57yoga Dhriti
from 16:12nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 00:11 (18.02)tithi Krishna-tritya
from 00:11 (18.02)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:11
Sunrise07:49
Noon12:43
Sunset17:38
End of twilight18:17
Moonrise19:26
Moonset08:48
Day length9 h 49 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 5, bad — 5

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 16:12

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (07:49–16:12) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (16:12–17:38) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 16:12–00:11 (18.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:12–07:47 (18.02)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 00:11–07:47 (18.02)

Anandadi: Chhatra 07:49–16:12 Anandadi: Mitra 16:12–07:47 (18.02)

Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:56–06:52
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:22–15:01
Godhuli17:38–18:07
Pradosha17:38–20:28
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (18.02)
Amrita Kalam09:48–11:24

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:25–17:38
Yamaganda12:44–13:58
Gulika Kalam15:11–16:25
Dur Muhurta16:20–16:59
Varjyam23:17–00:51 (18.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:12–16:50

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 16:12–16:50
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 16:12–16:50
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:29–09:10, 10:02–17:38

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 16:12, Uttara-Phalguni from 16:12; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Kumbha 07:49, Mina 08:29, Mesha 09:10, Vrishabha 10:02, Mithuna 11:29, Karka 13:53, Simha 16:50

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 16:12) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 16:12) — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

Auspicious time begins after 16:12

+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:49–16:12+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:49–15:57+1 Auspicious tithi 07:49–00:11 (18.02)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 16:12–07:47 (18.02)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:12–07:47 (18.02)0 Tripushkar Yoga 16:12–00:11 (18.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:49–16:12

Panchanga at sunrise 07:49

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more

At sunrise 07:47

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 23:00 more
NakshatraUttara-Phalguni, pada 3 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 15:48 more
YogaDhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 13:56 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 11:38 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 11:38karana Vishti
from 13:56yoga Shula
from 15:48nakshatra Hasta
from 23:00tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 23:00karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:09
Sunrise07:47
Noon12:43
Sunset17:41
End of twilight18:19
Moonrise20:47
Moonset09:06
Day length9 h 53 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 2, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 15:48

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (07:47–15:48) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (15:48–17:41) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:38–17:41: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:47–15:48

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:47–15:48 Anandadi: Vajra 15:48–07:45 (19.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 11:38–23:00; Bhadra Puchha 19:00–20:08; Bhadra Mukha 20:08–22:03

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:54–06:50
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:23–15:02
Godhuli17:41–18:09
Pradosha17:41–20:29
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (19.02)
Amrita Kalam08:43–10:17

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:01–10:15
Yamaganda11:30–12:44
Gulika Kalam13:58–15:12
Dur Muhurta13:04–13:43, 15:02–15:42
Varjyam23:56–01:29 (19.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:25–09:06, 09:58–16:46

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavinggood 08:25–09:06, 09:58–16:46
Cutting fingernailsaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsgood 08:25–09:06, 09:58–16:46
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:25–09:06, 09:58–16:46

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 15:48, Hasta from 15:48; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Kumbha 07:47, Mina 08:25, Mesha 09:06, Vrishabha 09:58, Mithuna 11:25, Karka 13:49, Simha 16:46

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 15:48) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 15:48) — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +1

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

Avoid starting important matters: Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)

+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:47–15:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:47–15:48+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:47–13:56+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:47–23:000 Yoga Shula 13:56–15:440 Anandadi: Vajra 15:48–07:45 (19.02)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:47–15:48−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:38–23:00

Panchanga at sunrise 07:47

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsAngaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)

At sunrise 07:45

Tithi4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 21:30 more
NakshatraHasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 15:04 more
YogaShula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 11:38 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 10:17 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 10:17karana Balava
from 11:38yoga Ganda
from 15:04nakshatra Chitra
from 21:30tithi Krishna-panchami
from 21:30karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:07
Sunrise07:45
Noon12:43
Sunset17:43
End of twilight18:21
Moonrise22:08
Moonset09:23
Day length9 h 58 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 15:04

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (07:45–15:04) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (15:04–17:43) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Angaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya) · Ganesha

A Sankashti falling on a Tuesday — the day of Mars (Angaraka) — is the most favourable of all Sankashtis: a fast on this day is equated with observing every Sankashti of the year.

Rule: at moonrise, 22:08
the tithi does not cover the decisive time on either day — the following day is chosen

Muhurta

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:30–07:42 (20.02)

Anandadi: Saumya 07:45–15:04 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 15:04–07:42 (20.02)

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:52–06:48
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:23–15:03
Godhuli17:43–18:11
Pradosha17:43–20:31
Nishitha00:15–01:10 (20.02)
Amrita Kalam09:15–10:48

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:13–16:28
Yamaganda10:14–11:29
Gulika Kalam12:44–13:58
Dur Muhurta09:44–10:24, 23:19–00:15 (20.02)
Varjyam22:44–00:16 (20.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:21–09:02, 09:54–16:43

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta until 15:04, Chitra from 15:04; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Kumbha 07:45, Mina 08:21, Mesha 09:02, Vrishabha 09:54, Mithuna 11:21, Karka 13:45, Simha 16:43

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 15:04) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 15:04) — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Krishna-chaturti 07:45–17:43: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:45–15:04+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:45–15:040 Yoga Ganda 11:38–13:470 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 15:04–07:42 (20.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:45–21:30−2 Rikta tithi 07:45–21:30

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:45

SummaryFavourable day — Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; auspicious time — after 14:05
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more

At sunrise 07:42

Tithi5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 19:48 more
NakshatraChitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 14:05 more
YogaGanda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 09:08 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 08:40 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 08:40karana Taitila
from 09:08yoga Vriddhi
from 14:05nakshatra Swati
from 19:48tithi Krishna-shashti
from 19:48karana Gara
from 06:29 (21.02)yoga Dhruva
from 06:52 (21.02)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:04
Sunrise07:42
Noon12:43
Sunset17:45
End of twilight18:23
Moonrise23:31
Moonset09:40
Day length10 h 02 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 14:05

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (07:42–14:05) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (14:05–17:45) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:42–14:05 Anandadi: Dhumra 14:05–07:40 (21.02)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 19:25–20:10

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:50–06:46
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:24–15:04
Godhuli17:45–18:13
Pradosha17:45–20:32
Nishitha00:15–01:10 (21.02)
Amrita Kalam07:57–09:29, 04:33–06:05 (21.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:44–13:59
Yamaganda08:58–10:13
Gulika Kalam11:28–12:44
Dur Muhurta12:23–13:04
Varjyam19:25–20:56

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:18–08:58, 09:50–16:39

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavinggood 08:18–08:58, 09:50–16:39
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 08:18–08:58, 09:50–16:39
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:18–08:58, 09:50–16:39

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra until 14:05, Swati from 14:05; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Kumbha 07:42, Mina 08:18, Mesha 08:58, Vrishabha 09:50, Mithuna 11:17, Karka 13:41, Simha 16:39

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 14:05) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 14:05) — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Cautions:

  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

Auspicious time begins after 14:05

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:42–14:05+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:42–19:48+1 Yoga Vriddhi 09:08–06:29 (21.02)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:42–14:05

Panchanga at sunrise 07:42

SummaryFavourable day — Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 12:56
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more

At sunrise 07:40

Tithi6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 17:55 more
NakshatraSwati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 12:56 more
YogaDhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 03:44 (22.02) more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 17:55 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 12:56nakshatra Vishakha
from 17:55tithi Krishna-saptami
from 17:55karana Vishti
from 03:44 (22.02)yoga Vyaghata
from 04:56 (22.02)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:02
Sunrise07:40
Noon12:43
Sunset17:47
End of twilight18:25
Moonrisenone
Moonset09:59
Day length10 h 07 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 3, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 12:56

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:40–12:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (12:56–17:47) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 12:56–07:37 (22.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:40–17:55

Anandadi: Sthira 07:40–12:56 Anandadi: Vardhamana 12:56–07:37 (22.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 17:55–04:56 (22.02); Bhadra Puchha 22:19–23:25; Bhadra Mukha 23:25–01:15 (22.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:49–06:44
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:25–15:05
Godhuli17:47–18:15
Pradosha17:47–20:33
Nishitha00:15–01:10 (22.02)
Amrita Kalam03:20–04:51 (22.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:59–15:15
Yamaganda07:40–08:56
Gulika Kalam10:12–11:28
Dur Muhurta11:02–11:43, 15:05–15:46
Varjyam18:14–19:45

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:40–16:35

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 07:40–16:35
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 07:40–16:35
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:14–08:54, 09:47–12:56

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 12:56, Vishakha from 12:56; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Kumbha 07:40, Mina 08:14, Mesha 08:54, Vrishabha 09:47, Mithuna 11:14, Karka 13:37, Simha 16:35

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 12:56) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 12:56) — loss of money; Thursday — success.

Cautions:

  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

Auspicious time ends by 12:56

+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:40–12:56+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:40–12:56+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:40–03:44 (22.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Ravi Yoga 12:56–07:37 (22.02)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:40–17:55

Panchanga at sunrise 07:40

SummaryFavourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 15:56
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsKalashtami

At sunrise 07:37

Tithi7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 15:56 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 11:40 more
YogaVyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 00:54 (23.02) more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 15:56 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 11:40nakshatra Anuradha
from 15:56tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 15:56karana Balava
from 00:54 (23.02)yoga Harshana
from 02:55 (23.02)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:00
Sunrise07:37
Noon12:43
Sunset17:49
End of twilight18:27
Moonrise00:56
Moonset10:21
Day length10 h 11 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 4, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 11:40from 15:56

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (07:37–11:40) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (11:40–17:49) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Kalashtami · Kalabhairava

The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:49–20:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:37–11:40 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:40–07:35 (23.02)

Krakacha Yoga 07:37–15:56 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:37–15:56 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:56–07:35 (23.02)

Anandadi: Matanga 07:37–11:40 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:40–07:35 (23.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:47–06:42
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:25–15:06
Godhuli17:49–18:17
Pradosha17:49–20:34
Nishitha00:15–01:10 (23.02)
Amrita Kalam00:30–02:01 (23.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:27–12:43
Yamaganda15:16–16:33
Gulika Kalam08:54–10:10
Dur Muhurta09:40–10:21, 13:04–13:45
Varjyam15:27–16:57

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:37–15:56

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 07:37–15:56
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 07:37–15:56
Bathing, washing hairgood 11:40–16:31

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha until 11:40, Anuradha from 11:40; tithi Krishna-saptami until 15:56, Krishna-ashtami from 15:56; lagna Kumbha 07:37, Mina 08:10, Mesha 08:50, Vrishabha 09:43, Mithuna 11:10, Karka 13:33, Simha 16:31

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 11:40) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 11:40) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Friday — universal respect.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Krishna-ashtami 15:56–17:49: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.

Auspicious time begins after 15:56

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:40–07:35 (23.02)+2 Ravi Yoga 07:37–11:40+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:37–11:40+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:40–07:35 (23.02)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:56–07:35 (23.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:37–15:56 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Ashtami 15:56–07:35 (23.02)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:40–07:35 (23.02)−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:37–15:56

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:37

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Musala
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more

At sunrise 07:35

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 13:53 more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 10:20 more
YogaHarshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 22:02 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 13:53 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 10:20nakshatra Jyestha
from 13:53tithi Krishna-navami
from 13:53karana Taitila
from 22:02yoga Vajra
from 00:50 (24.02)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:57
Sunrise07:35
Noon12:43
Sunset17:51
End of twilight18:29
Moonrise02:19
Moonset10:49
Day length10 h 16 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 9, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 10:20from 13:53

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (07:35–10:20) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (10:20–17:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:53–07:33 (24.02)

Anandadi: Amrita 07:35–10:20 Anandadi: Musala 10:20–07:33 (24.02)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:17–14:36 (24.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:45–06:40
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:26–15:07
Godhuli17:51–18:19
Pradosha17:51–20:36
Nishitha00:15–01:09 (24.02)
Amrita Kalam00:39–02:09 (24.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:09–11:26
Yamaganda14:00–15:17
Gulika Kalam07:35–08:52
Dur Muhurta07:35–08:16, 08:16–08:57
Varjyam15:36–17:07

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:06–08:47, 09:39–10:20

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha until 10:20, Jyestha from 10:20; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 13:53, Krishna-navami from 13:53; lagna Kumbha 07:35, Mina 08:06, Mesha 08:47, Vrishabha 09:39, Mithuna 11:06, Karka 13:29, Simha 16:27

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 10:20) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 10:20) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Krishna-ashtami 07:35–13:53: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Krishna-navami 13:53–17:51: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Amrita 07:35–10:20+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:35–10:20+1 Yoga Harshana 07:35–22:02+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:53–07:33 (24.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 10:20–07:33 (24.02)−1 Ashtami 07:35–13:53−1 Anandadi: Musala 10:20–07:33 (24.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:35

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more

At sunrise 07:33

Tithi9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 11:47 more
NakshatraJyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 08:56 more
Gandamula
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 19:08 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 11:47 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 08:56nakshatra Mula
from 11:47tithi Krishna-dashami
from 11:47karana Vanija
from 19:08yoga Siddhi
from 22:44karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:55
Sunrise07:33
Noon12:43
Sunset17:53
End of twilight18:31
Moonrise03:40
Moonset11:26
Day length10 h 20 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 3, bad — 9

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 11:47

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (07:33–08:56) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (08:56–17:53) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:56–07:30 (25.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:56–07:30 (25.02)

Anandadi: Siddhi 08:56–07:30 (25.02) Anandadi: Kana 07:33–08:56

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 22:44–09:41 (25.02); Bhadra Puchha 00:23–01:28 (25.02); Bhadra Mukha 01:28–03:18 (25.02)
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:17–14:36
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:43–06:38
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:27–15:08
Godhuli17:53–18:21
Pradosha17:53–20:37
Nishitha00:15–01:09 (25.02)
Amrita Kalam01:31–03:02 (25.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:36–17:53
Yamaganda12:43–14:01
Gulika Kalam15:18–16:36
Dur Muhurta16:31–17:12
Varjyam06:02–07:33 (25.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingbad throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsbad throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairaverage 11:47–16:23

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha until 08:56, Mula from 08:56; tithi Krishna-navami until 11:47, Krishna-dashami from 11:47; lagna Kumbha 07:33, Mina 08:02, Mesha 08:43, Vrishabha 09:35, Mithuna 11:02, Karka 13:25, Simha 16:23

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 08:56) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 08:56) — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Krishna-navami 07:33–11:47: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:56–07:30 (25.02)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 08:56–07:30 (25.02)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:56–07:30 (25.02)0 Anandadi: Kana 07:33–08:56−1 Gandanta 07:33–14:36−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:33–08:56−2 Rikta tithi 07:33–11:47

Panchanga at sunrise 07:33

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsVijaya Ekadashi

At sunrise 07:30

Tithi10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 09:41 more
NakshatraMula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 07:33 more
Gandamula
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 16:15 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:41 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 07:33nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 09:41tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 09:41karana Bava
from 16:15yoga Vyatipata
from 20:39karana Balava
from 06:11 (26.02)nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:53
Sunrise07:30
Noon12:42
Sunset17:56
End of twilight18:33
Moonrise04:53
Moonset12:16
Day length10 h 25 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 07:33from 09:41

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (07:30–07:33) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (07:33–17:56) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:30–09:41: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Vijaya Ekadashi · Vishnu

The Ekadashi of the dark half of Magha (Phalguna in North India). “Bestower of victory”: according to legend, Rama observed it before crossing to Lanka.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:41–07:37 (26.02)
Dwadashi ends before the next sunrise — to break the fast on Dwadashi, Smartas fast the day before, on the day Ekadashi begins
Parana (breaking the fast): 13:46–15:52 (26.02)
Vaishnava date: 26.02

Muhurta

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:41–07:28 (26.02) Krakacha Yoga 09:41–07:28 (26.02)

Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:30–07:33 Anandadi: Utpata 07:33–06:11 (26.02) Anandadi: Mrityu 06:11–07:28 (26.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 22:44 (24.02)–09:41; Bhadra Puchha 00:23–01:28; Bhadra Mukha 01:28–03:18
  • Gandanta (tithi): 09:19–10:03
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:41–06:36
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:27–15:09
Godhuli17:56–18:23
Pradosha17:56–20:38
Nishitha00:15–01:09 (26.02)
Amrita Kalam01:40–03:10 (26.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:48–10:07
Yamaganda11:25–12:43
Gulika Kalam14:01–15:19
Dur Muhurta13:04–13:45, 15:09–15:51
Varjyam06:02–07:33, 16:36–18:07

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:58–08:39, 09:31–16:15

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 07:58–08:39, 09:31–16:15
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 07:58–08:39, 09:31–16:15
Bathing, washing hairgood 07:58–08:39, 09:31–16:19

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula until 07:33, Purva-Ashadha from 07:33; tithi Krishna-dashami until 09:41, Krishna-ekadashi from 09:41; lagna Kumbha 07:30, Mina 07:58, Mesha 08:39, Vrishabha 09:31, Mithuna 10:58, Karka 13:21, Simha 16:19

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 07:33) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 07:33) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Vyatipata 16:15–17:56: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −7

A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.

Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)

+2 Yoga Siddhi 07:30–16:15+1 Auspicious weekday0 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:30–09:410 Vyatipata 16:15–07:28 (26.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:30–07:33−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:41–07:28 (26.02)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 07:33–06:11 (26.02)−3 Krakacha Yoga 09:41–07:28 (26.02)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:30

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsVijaya Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast

At sunrise 07:28

Tithi11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 07:37 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 04:54 (27.02) more
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 13:25 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 07:37 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 07:37tithi Krishna-dvadashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 07:37karana Kaulava
from 13:25yoga Variyana
from 18:37karana Taitila
from 04:54 (27.02)nakshatra Shravana
from 05:39 (27.02)tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 05:39 (27.02)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:50
Sunrise07:28
Noon12:42
Sunset17:58
End of twilight18:35
Moonrise05:53
Moonset13:19
Day length10 h 30 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrisefrom 07:37

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (07:28–17:58) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Vijaya Ekadashi — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu

Vaishnavas (ISKCON) keep this Ekadashi on a different day from Smartas.

Smarta date: 25.02
Smartas fast the day before so as to break the fast while it is still Dwadashi; Vaishnavas fast on the day when Ekadashi prevails at sunrise.

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 07:37–04:54 (27.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:39–07:25 (27.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:28–07:37 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:28–04:54 (27.02)

Anandadi: Manasa 07:28–23:13 Anandadi: Padma 23:13–06:26 (27.02) Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:26–07:25 (27.02)

Tripushkar Yoga: A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:39–06:34
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:28–15:10
Godhuli17:58–18:25
Pradosha17:58–20:39
Nishitha00:15–01:08 (27.02)
Amrita Kalam22:51–00:22 (27.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:20–16:39
Yamaganda10:05–11:24
Gulika Kalam12:43–14:01
Dur Muhurta09:34–10:16, 23:21–00:15 (27.02)
Varjyam13:46–15:16

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:25–16:15

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 13:25–16:15
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 13:25–16:15
Bathing, washing hairaverage 07:54–08:35, 09:27–16:15

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 07:37, Krishna-dvadashi from 07:37; lagna Kumbha 07:28, Mina 07:54, Mesha 08:35, Vrishabha 09:27, Mithuna 10:54, Karka 13:17, Simha 16:15

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Vyatipata 07:28–13:25: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

  • Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −7

A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.

Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)

Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata, Kshaya tithi

+1 Anandadi: Manasa 07:28–23:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:28–04:54 (27.02)0 Yoga Variyana 13:25–07:25 (27.02)0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:37–04:54 (27.02)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:28–07:37−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:28–04:54 (27.02)−3 Vyatipata 07:28–13:25

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:28

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Parigha
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsPradosha Vrat

At sunrise 07:25

Tithi13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 03:50 (28.02) more
NakshatraShravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 03:47 (28.02) more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 10:39 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 16:43 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 10:39yoga Parigha
from 16:43karana Vanija
from 03:47 (28.02)nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 03:50 (28.02)tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 03:50 (28.02)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:48
Sunrise07:25
Noon12:42
Sunset18:00
End of twilight18:37
Moonrise06:39
Moonset14:33
Day length10 h 34 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 4, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (07:25–18:00) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Pradosha Vrat · Shiva

A fast dedicated to Shiva on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of both halves of the month. The decisive time is the evening twilight (Pradosha), when, according to legend, Shiva dances on Mount Kailash: in the evening Shiva Puja and abhisheka of the lingam are performed.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 18:00–20:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:25–03:50 (28.02) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:47–07:23 (28.02)

Anandadi: Chhatra 07:25–03:47 (28.02) Anandadi: Mitra 03:47–07:23 (28.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:50–15:00 (28.02); Bhadra Mukha 03:50–05:42 (28.02); Bhadra Puchha 13:55–15:02 (28.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:38–06:31
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:28–15:11
Godhuli18:00–18:27
Pradosha18:00–20:40
Nishitha00:15–01:08 (28.02)
Amrita Kalam17:52–19:24

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:43–14:02
Yamaganda08:45–10:04
Gulika Kalam11:23–12:43
Dur Muhurta12:21–13:04
Varjyam08:43–10:15

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairgood 07:50–08:31, 09:23–16:11

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Kumbha 07:25, Mina 07:50, Mesha 08:31, Vrishabha 09:23, Mithuna 10:50, Karka 13:14, Simha 16:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Cautions:

  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.

+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:25–03:47 (28.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:25–03:47 (28.02)+1 Yoga Variyana 07:25–10:39+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Yoga Parigha 10:39–21:20−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:25–03:50 (28.02)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:25

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSarvadhari (No. 22) · Shaka 1810 · Vikram 1945 more
FestivalsMaha Shivaratri

At sunrise 07:23

Tithi14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 02:15 (01.03) more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 1 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 02:53 (01.03) more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 08:02 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:00 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 08:02yoga Shiva
from 15:00karana Shakuni
from 02:15 (01.03)tithi Amavasya
from 02:15 (01.03)karana Chatushpada
from 02:53 (01.03)nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 05:37 (01.03)yoga Siddha

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:46
Sunrise07:23
Noon12:42
Sunset18:02
End of twilight18:39
Moonrise07:14
Moonset15:54
Day length10 h 39 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 11, bad — 2

score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad

taskat sunrise

The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:

  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:23–15:00: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shakuni 15:00–18:02: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 07:23–18:02: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Festivals and periods

Maha Shivaratri · Shiva

“The Great Night of Shiva” — the marriage of Shiva and Parvati and the appearance of the fiery lingam. Devotees fast all day, keep vigil at night, perform abhisheka of the lingam in each of the four praharas and offer bilva leaves; the main puja is at midnight (Nishitha).

Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:14–01:08 (01.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–02:15 (01.03)

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:23–02:53 (01.03) Anandadi: Vajra 02:53–07:20 (01.03)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 03:50–15:00; Bhadra Mukha 03:50–05:42; Bhadra Puchha 13:55–15:02
  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 15:18–03:41 (05.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:36–06:29
Abhijit Muhurta12:21–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:29–15:12
Godhuli18:02–18:29
Pradosha18:02–20:42
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (01.03)
Amrita Kalam16:52–18:25

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:02–15:22
Yamaganda07:23–08:43
Gulika Kalam10:03–11:22
Dur Muhurta10:56–11:38, 15:12–15:54
Varjyam07:38–09:10

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below

Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Kumbha 07:23, Mina 07:46, Mesha 08:27, Vrishabha 09:19, Mithuna 10:46, Karka 13:10, Simha 16:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.

Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 07:23–18:02: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.

Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi

+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:23–02:53 (01.03)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:23–02:53 (01.03)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Shiva 08:02–05:37 (01.03)0 Panchaka 15:18–07:20 (01.03)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:23–02:15 (01.03)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:23–15:00−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:23–02:15 (01.03)

Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.

Panchanga at sunrise 07:23

soaking seedsplanting above-ground crops, with pricking outplanting root crops, without pricking outpricking outpinching out side shootsroot division, digging upwatering, foliar feedingploughingweeding, pest controlplant healing, grafting, cuttingsharvesting grain (per Raman)harvest: sap in the topsharvest: sap in the roots
Magha (Vedic name Tapas) — A month of austerity and holy baths (Magha Snana): Vasant Panchami, Ratha Saptami; in the dark half — Maha Shivaratri.
Patron: Madhava; Aditya — Pushan. Full moon in nakshatra Magha. Ritu: Shishira.
Amanta and purnimanta
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Sarvadhari (No. 22 of 60, “all-sustaining”) — A year of support for all: plenty, stability and well-being.
Northern samvatsara: Sharvari (No. 34)
Shaka Samvat 1810 · Vikram Samvat 1945 · Kali Yuga 4989
Next year — Virodhi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 31.03.1889
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Shukla-pratipat (1, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Dhanishtha (23)
Meaning: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people
Variyana (18) — “excellent, best”
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Bava (movable)
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Shukra vara — Venus Day
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
Dawn
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Sunrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
Noon
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
Sunset
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of twilight
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Moonrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
Moonset
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Gardener’s calendar
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.

The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
Anandadi: Prajapati — “lord of creatures”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Saumya — “gentle, lunar”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
Dosha-free Panchaka
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Brahma Muhurta
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
Abhijit Muhurta
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
Vijaya Muhurta
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
Godhuli
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
Pradosha
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Nishitha
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
Amrita Kalam
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 4 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 10:30–12:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 10:59–12:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Dur Muhurta
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
Varjyam
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
Cutting fingernails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Cutting toenails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
weekday
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
Friday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
nakshatra
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
tithi
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
Makara
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Kumbha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “ruin of the family”
Mina
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Mesha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
Vrishabha
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Mithuna
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Karka
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
lagna
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Rules and sources
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.

Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Auspicious weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Auspicious tithi
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Panchaka
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Shukla-dvitya (2, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Shatabhisha (24)
Meaning: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace
Parigha (19) — “bolt, barrier”
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Kaulava (movable)
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Shani vara — Saturn Day
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Ananda — “joy”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Ravi Yoga
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
Anandadi: Kaladanda — “staff of death”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Saturday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Shukla-chaturti (4, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Purva-Bhadra (25)
Meaning: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search
Shiva (20) — “auspicious, benevolent”
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Vanija (movable)
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Ravi vara — Sun Day
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Chara — “movable”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Sthira — “steady”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
Bhadra
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.
Bhadra Mukha
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
Bhadra Puchha
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 8 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 16:30–18:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 16:59–18:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Sunday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Shukla-panchami (5, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Uttara-Bhadra (26)
Meaning: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)
Siddha (21) — “perfected, accomplished”
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Soma vara — Moon Day
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Matanga — “elephant”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Gada — “mace”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Hutashana Yoga
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
Gandanta
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Monday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-shashti (6, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Revati (27)
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Sadhya (22) — “attainable, amenable”
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Mangala vara — Mars Day
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.

Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Shubha — “auspiciousness”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Amrita Siddhi Yoga
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
Anandadi: Amrita — “nectar of immortality”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Gandamula
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 7 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 15:00–16:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 15:29–16:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Tuesday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tryahasparsha
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Ashwini (1)
Meaning: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
Shubha (23) — “goodness, happiness”
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Taitila (movable)
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Buddha vara — Mercury Day
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Mrityu — “death”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Kana — “one-eyed, defective”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Visha Yoga (weekday, tithi and nakshatra)
“Cobra venom”: a triple combination of weekday, tithi and nakshatra (Sun — 5th + Krittika, Mon — 2nd + Chitra, Tue — 15th + Rohini, Wed — 7th + Bharani, Thu — 13th + Anuradha, Fri — 6th + Shravana, Sat — 8th + Revati). The strongest of the kuyogas: the day is unfavourable for any activity.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Wednesday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Ashwini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-saptami (7, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Bharani (2)
Meaning: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something
Shukla (24) — “bright, pure”
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Guru vara — Jupiter Day
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Padma — “lotus”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Krakacha Yoga
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
Anandadi: Lumbaka
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Jwalamukhi Yoga
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
Yamaghanta
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 6 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 13:30–15:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 13:59–15:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Thursday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-ashtami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Vishti (Bhadra)
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Shukla-ashtami (8, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Krittika (3)
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
Brahma (25) — “Brahma, sacred knowledge”
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Chhatra — “royal parasol”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Mitra — “friend”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
Krittika
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-navami (9, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Rohini (4)
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
Indra (26) — “Indra, lord”
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Anandadi: Shrivatsa — “mark of good fortune on Vishnu’s chest”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Vajra — “thunderbolt”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Rohini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dashami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dashami (10, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Mrigashirsha (5)
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
Vaidhriti (27) — “without support, discord”
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Gara (movable)
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
The Sun’s entry into a new sidereal sign — the start of a solar month. The time around this moment (Punya Kala) is favourable for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Simha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
Sankranti day
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Vaidhriti
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Shukla-ekadashi (11, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Vishkambha (1) — “prop, bolt”
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Vishti (movable)
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.

Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Ardra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-ekadashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvadashi (12, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Ardra (6)
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
Priti (2) — “love, affection”
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Tripushkar Yoga
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Punarvasu
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Shukla-triodashi (13, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Punarvasu (7)
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
Ayushman (3) — “long-lived”
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-triodashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturdashi (14, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Pushya (8)
Meaning: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding
Saubhagya (4) — “good fortune, marital happiness”
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Guru Pushya Yoga
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Pushya
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Purnima (15, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
Ashlesha (9)
Meaning: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze
Shobhana (5) — “splendid, beautiful”
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Bhadra on earth
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Krishna-pratipat (1, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Magha (10)
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Atiganda (6) — “great danger”
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Balava (movable)
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
The exact opposition of the Sun and the Moon: the Moon is at full strength. A time for fasts, pujas and charity.
Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvitya (2, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Purva-Phalguni (11)
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Sukarma (7) — “good deed”
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvitya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-tritya (3, waning Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
Uttara-Phalguni (12)
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
Dhriti (8) — “steadfastness, firmness”
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
The Moon in Kanya, Tula, Dhanu or Makara: Bhadra is in patala (the netherworld) — its influence on earth is weak; according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, it even portends gain.
Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shula (9) — “spear, sharp pain”
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Krishna-chaturti (4, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Hasta (13)
Meaning: Hand, fist
Symbol: Palm or fist
Deity: Savitar (Animating, Awakening)
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give the obtaining of what you want with your own hands, dexterity
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Anandadi: Dhwanksha — “crow”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Surya Dagdha tithi
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Ganda (10) — “danger, knot”
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Krishna-panchami (5, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Chitra (14)
Meaning: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Anandadi: Dhumra — “smoke”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Swati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vriddhi (11) — “growth, increase”
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Krishna-shashti (6, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
Swati (15)
Meaning: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert
Dhruva (12) — “fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Anandadi: Vardhamana — “growing”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-saptami (7, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Vishakha (16)
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)
Vyaghata (13) — “crushing blow”
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Anandadi: Rakshasa — “demon”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-ashtami (8, waning Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Anuradha (17)
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Harshana (14) — “delighting”
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Anandadi: Musala — “pestle, club”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami (9, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Jyestha (18)
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Vajra (15) — “diamond, thunderbolt”
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
Anandadi: Siddhi — “success”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
Mula
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-dashami (10, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Mula (19)
Meaning: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)
Siddhi (16) — “success, accomplishment”
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Anandadi: Utpata — “calamity”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Purva-Ashadha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Vyatipata
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Krishna-ekadashi (11, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Uttara-Ashadha (21)
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
Vyatipata (17) — “calamity, downfall”
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
Anandadi: Manasa — “thought”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
Uttara-Ashadha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-trayodashi (13, waning Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
Shravana (22)
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-trayodashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturdashi (14, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Krishna-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna Chaturdashi
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).