Panchanga Calendar

February 1973

Today
SamvatsaraParidhavi (46)MonthPausha → Magha from 4.02RituHemanta → Shishira from 4.02AyanaUttarayanaPlace55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

February 1973 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Pausha (until 3.02), Magha (from 4.02). Periods: 4–11.02 — Magha Gupta Navaratri. Major festivals: 7.02 Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja); 9.02 Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti).

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
1PAsh13Masik Shivaratri
2UAsh14
3Shra30Mauni Amavasya
4Dhan1Chandra Darshan
5Shat2
6PBh3Vinayaka Chaturthi
7UBh4Vasant Panchami
8Rev5Skanda Shashti
9Ashw7Ratha Saptami
10Bhar8Bhishma Ashtami
11Krit9Madhva Navami
12Roh10Kumbha Sankranti
13Mrig11Jaya Ekadashi
14Ard12Pradosha
15Push13until 16:51
16Ashl14
17Mag15Purnima
18PPh1
19UPh2
20Has3Angaraki Chaturthi
21Chit4
22Swa5until 12:40
23Swa6until 14:32
24Vish7Kalashtami
25Anu8
26Jye9
27Mul10
28PAsh11Vijaya Ekadashi
Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable
Markersafter / until HH:MM
Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya
Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed
Icons this month (22)
Shivaratriday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Shani AmavasyaDwipushkar YogaChandra DarshanGupta NavaratriVinayaka ChaturthiVasant PanchamiSkanda ShashtiRatha SaptamiBhishma AshtamiGoddess (Durga, Kali)Madhva NavamiAmrita Siddhi YogaSankrantiEkadashiPradoshaGuru Pushya Yogaday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)SankashtiTripushkar YogaKalashtami
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

  • 9.02 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga after 15:37
    Bharani (fierce): for destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes.
  • 15.02 Thu — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Ravi Yoga until 16:51
    Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
  • 22.02 Thu — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra until 12:40
    Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
  • 23.02 Fri — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Matanga until 14:32
    Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.

Festivals

  • 1.02 Thu Masik Shivaratri
  • 3.02 Sat Mauni Amavasya (Pausha)
  • 3.02 Sat Shani Amavasya
  • 4.02 Sun Chandra Darshan
  • 4.02 Sun Magha Gupta Navaratri
  • 6.02 Tue Vinayaka Chaturthi
  • 7.02 Wed Vasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja)
  • 8.02 Thu Skanda Shashti
  • 9.02 Fri Ratha Saptami (Surya Jayanti)
  • 10.02 Sat Bhishma Ashtami
  • 10.02 Sat Masik Durgashtami
  • 11.02 Sun Madhva Navami
  • 12.02 Mon Kumbha Sankranti
  • 13.02 Tue Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi)
  • 14.02 Wed Pradosha Vrat
  • 17.02 Sat Magha Purnima (Maghi)
  • 20.02 Tue Angaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)
  • 24.02 Sat Kalashtami
  • 28.02 Wed Vijaya Ekadashi

Special muhurta yogas

  • 2.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 15:37–08:20 (03.02)
  • 3.02 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:20–16:53
  • 4.02 Sun Dwipushkar Yoga 12:39–17:39
  • 6.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:50–08:12 (07.02)
  • 8.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 9.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:08–15:37
  • 12.02 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 12.02 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:34–07:59 (13.02)
  • 15.02 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:54–05:24 (16.02)
  • 15.02 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 07:54–05:24 (16.02)
  • 15.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:54–05:24 (16.02)
  • 18.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:06–07:45 (19.02)
  • 18.02 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 03:06–07:45 (19.02)
  • 24.02 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 07:33–10:48

Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.

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

  • 1.02 Thu — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
  • 2.02 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi, Anandadi: Kaladanda
  • 3.02 Sat — Amavasya, Vyatipata, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 6.02 Tue — Anandadi: Kana, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 8.02 Thu — Kshaya tithi, Panchaka
  • 10.02 Sat — Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 11.02 Sun — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Dhumra
  • 12.02 Mon — Vaidhriti, Sankranti day
  • 13.02 Tue — Yamaghanta, Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
  • 16.02 Fri — Anandadi: Mrityu, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
  • 17.02 Sat — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 19.02 Mon — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
  • 25.02 Sun — Anandadi: Mrityu, Ashtami, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
  • 27.02 Tue — Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 28.02 Wed — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra

Sky this month

  • 3.02 New moon (Amavasya) 12:22
  • 12.02 Kumbha Sankranti 11:11 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)
  • 17.02 Full moon (Purnima) 13:06
  • There are no eclipses this month.

Periods

  • 4–11.02 Magha Gupta Navaratri
  • 4.02 05:19 – 8.02 16:37 Mrityu Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Paridhavi (No. 46, “running about, restless”) — A restless year: bustle, fears, flight from danger; little stability. more

Northern samvatsara: Krodhana. Shaka Samvat 1894, Vikram Samvat 2029, Kali Yuga 5073.

Pausha (Sahasya) — The cold month of Dhanur Masa and Kharmas: no weddings are held until Makara Sankranti, and with it Uttarayana begins. more

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

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthPausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
FestivalsMasik Shivaratri

At sunrise 08:24

Tithi13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 10:11 more
vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 13:49 more
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 21:40 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 10:11 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 10:11tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 10:11karana Vishti
from 13:49nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 21:40yoga Siddhi
from 22:56karana Shakuni

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:43
Sunrise08:24
Noon12:43
Sunset17:03
End of twilight17:44
Moonrise07:27
Moonset14:50
Day length8 h 39 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:11from 13:49

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, Purva-Ashadha (08:24–13:49) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (13:49–17:03) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:11–17:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 10:11–17:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Masik Shivaratri · Shiva

The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).

Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:12–01:13 (02.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:11–08:22 (02.02)

Anandadi: Prajapati 08:24–13:49 Anandadi: Saumya 13:49–08:22 (02.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 10:11–22:56; Bhadra Mukha 10:11–12:18; Bhadra Puchha 21:36–22:52

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:21–07:22
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:00
Vijaya Muhurta14:10–14:44
Godhuli17:03–17:33
Pradosha17:03–20:07
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (02.02)
Amrita Kalam08:33–10:18

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:48–14:53
Yamaganda08:24–09:29
Gulika Kalam10:33–11:38
Dur Muhurta11:17–11:51, 14:44–15:19
Varjyam22:25–00:08 (02.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:24–08:51, 09:35–10:11

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 08:24–08:51, 09:35–10:11
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:24–08:51, 09:35–10:11
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:24–08:51, 09:35–10:11

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 13:49, Uttara-Ashadha from 13:49; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 10:11, Krishna-chaturdashi from 10:11; lagna Makara 08:24, Kumbha 08:51, Mina 09:35, Mesha 10:16, Vrishabha 11:09, Mithuna 12:38, Karka 15:04

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 13:49) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 13:49) — improved health; Thursday — success.

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 10:11–17:03: 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 = −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: Prajapati 08:24–13:49+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 13:49–08:22 (02.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:24–13:49−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:11–08:22 (02.02)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 10:11–22:56−2 Krishna Chaturdashi 10:11–08:22 (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 08:24

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Anandadi: Kaladanda
MonthPausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 08:22

Tithi14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 11:33 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 15:37 more
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 21:24 more
KaranaShakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 11:33 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 11:33tithi Amavasya
from 11:33karana Chatushpada
from 15:37nakshatra Shravana
from 21:24yoga Vyatipata
from 00:02 (03.02)karana Naga

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:41
Sunrise08:22
Noon12:43
Sunset17:05
End of twilight17:46
Moonrise07:49
Moonset16:08
Day length8 h 43 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 11:33from 15:37

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 (08:22–15:37) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (15:37–17:05) is good for sowing.
  • Shakuni 08:22–11:33: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Chatushpada 11:33–17:05: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 08:22–11:33: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 15:37–08:20 (03.02)

Anandadi: Ananda 08:22–09:12 Anandadi: Kaladanda 09:12–17:19 Anandadi: Dhumra 17:19–08:20 (03.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:19–07:20
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:11–14:45
Godhuli17:05–17:35
Pradosha17:05–20:08
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (03.02)
Amrita Kalam08:44–10:27, 05:56–07:37 (03.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:38–12:43
Yamaganda14:54–16:00
Gulika Kalam09:27–10:33
Dur Muhurta10:06–10:41, 13:01–13:36
Varjyam19:49–21:30

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 Uttara-Ashadha until 15:37, Shravana from 15:37; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 11:33, Amavasya from 11:33; lagna Makara 08:22, Kumbha 08:47, Mina 09:31, Mesha 10:12, Vrishabha 11:05, Mithuna 12:34, Karka 15:00

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 15:37) — improved health; Shravana (from 15:37) — bodily development (physical growth); Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 08:22–11:33: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Amavasya 11:33–17:05: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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).
  • 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 = +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: Krishna Chaturdashi

+2 Yoga Siddhi 08:22–21:24+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:22–15:37+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 15:37–08:20 (03.02)0 Anandadi: Ananda 08:22–09:12−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 09:12–17:19−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 08:22–11:33

Panchanga at sunrise 08:22

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Vyatipata
MonthPausha (amanta) · Magha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
FestivalsMauni Amavasya (Pausha) · Shani Amavasya

At sunrise 08:20

Tithi30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 12:22 more
NakshatraShravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 16:53 more
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 20:43 more
KaranaNaga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 12:22 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 12:22tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 12:22karana Kimstughna
from 16:53nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 20:43yoga Variyana
from 00:35 (04.02)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:39
Sunrise08:20
Noon12:43
Sunset17:07
End of twilight17:48
Moonrise08:06
Moonset17:28
Day length8 h 47 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)12:22

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:22from 16:53

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, Shravana (08:20–16:53) is good for sowing.
  • Naga 08:20–12:22: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Kimstughna 12:22–17:07: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Mauni Amavasya (Pausha) · Pitris (ancestors)

A day of the vow of silence and of holy bathing in the Ganga and at the Triveni Sangam; in Kumbh Mela years it is the main bathing day.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:33 (02.02)–12:22
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Shani Amavasya · Shani (Saturn)

A new moon on a Saturday — the best day to propitiate Shani: oil lamps, charity of black sesame and oil, worship of Hanuman.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:33 (02.02)–12:22
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:20–16:53

Anandadi: Sthira 08:20–16:53 Anandadi: Vardhamana 16:53–08:18 (04.02)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 05:19 (04.02)–16:37 (08.02)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 11:57–12:47

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:18–07:19
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:11–14:46
Godhuli17:07–17:37
Pradosha17:07–20:09
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (04.02)
Amrita Kalam06:55–08:34 (04.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:32–11:38
Yamaganda13:49–14:55
Gulika Kalam08:20–09:26
Dur Muhurta08:20–08:55, 08:55–09:30
Varjyam21:00–22:40

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 08:20–08:43, 09:27–10:08, 11:01–17:07

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shravana until 16:53, Dhanishtha from 16:53; tithi Amavasya until 12:22, Shukla-pratipat from 12:22; lagna Makara 08:20, Kumbha 08:43, Mina 09:27, Mesha 10:08, Vrishabha 11:01, Mithuna 12:30, Karka 14:56

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 16:53) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 16:53) — longevity (increased vitality); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Amavasya 08:20–12:22: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Vyatipata 08:20–17:07: 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).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2

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: Amavasya, Vyatipata

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:20–16:53+1 Anandadi: Sthira 08:20–16:53+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:20–16:53−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Amavasya 08:20–12:22−3 Vyatipata 08:20–20:43

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 08:20

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
FestivalsChandra Darshan · Magha Gupta Navaratri

At sunrise 08:18

Tithi1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 12:39 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 17:39 more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 19:37 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 12:39 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 12:39tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 12:39karana Balava
from 17:39nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 19:37yoga Parigha
from 00:37 (05.02)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:38
Sunrise08:18
Noon12:43
Sunset17:09
End of twilight17:50
Moonrise08:19
Moonset18:49
Day length8 h 51 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 12:39

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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, 17:09–18:49
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:09–18:49

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 12:22 (03.02)–12:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 08:18–11:15
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:26–13:01

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 1

Muhurta

Dwipushkar Yoga 12:39–17:39

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:18–12:39

Anandadi: Matanga 08:18–17:39 Anandadi: Rakshasa 17:39–08:16 (05.02)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 05:19–16:37 (08.02)

Dwipushkar Yoga: The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:16–07:17
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:12–14:48
Godhuli17:09–17:39
Pradosha17:09–20:11
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (05.02)
Amrita Kalam06:55–08:34

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:03–17:09
Yamaganda12:44–13:50
Gulika Kalam14:56–16:03
Dur Muhurta15:58–16:34
Varjyam00:56–02:33 (05.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:18–08:39, 09:23–10:04, 10:57–17:09

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 08:18–08:39, 09:23–10:04, 10:57–17:09
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:18–08:39, 09:23–10:04, 10:57–17:09
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:18–08:39, 09:23–10:04, 10:57–17:09

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 12:39, Shukla-dvitya from 12:39; lagna Makara 08:18, Kumbha 08:39, Mina 09:23, Mesha 10:04, Vrishabha 10:57, Mithuna 12:26, Karka 14:52

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Sunday — physical well-being.

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: Matanga 08:18–17:39+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:18–17:39+1 Yoga Variyana 08:18–19:37+1 Auspicious tithi 12:39–08:16 (05.02)0 Dwipushkar Yoga 12:39–17:39−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:18–12:39

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 08:18

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

At sunrise 08:16

Tithi2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 12:27 more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 17:56 more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 18:10 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 12:27 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 12:27tithi Shukla-tritya
from 12:27karana Taitila
from 17:56nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 18:10yoga Shiva
from 00:11 (06.02)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:36
Sunrise08:16
Noon12:43
Sunset17:11
End of twilight17:52
Moonrise08:30
Moonset20:11
Day length8 h 55 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 6, bad — 1

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:27

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 (08:16–17:11) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 17:56–21:08

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:16–12:27

Anandadi: Amrita 08:16–17:56 Anandadi: Musala 17:56–08:14 (06.02)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 05:19 (04.02)–16:37 (08.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:15–07:15
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:13–14:49
Godhuli17:11–17:41
Pradosha17:11–20:12
Nishitha00:13–01:13 (06.02)
Amrita Kalam10:39–12:16

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:23–10:30
Yamaganda11:37–12:44
Gulika Kalam13:51–14:58
Dur Muhurta13:01–13:37, 14:49–15:24
Varjyam00:19–01:54 (06.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:16–08:35, 09:19–10:00, 10:53–17:11

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 08:16–08:35, 09:19–10:00, 10:53–17:11
Cutting fingernailsgood 08:16–08:35, 09:19–10:00, 10:53–17:11
Cutting toenailsgood 12:27–17:11
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:16–08:35, 09:19–10:00, 10:53–17:11

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 12:27, Shukla-tritya from 12:27; lagna Makara 08:16, Kumbha 08:35, Mina 09:19, Mesha 10:00, Vrishabha 10:53, Mithuna 12:22, Karka 14:48

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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: Amrita 08:16–17:56+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:16–17:56+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:16–12:27−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:16–12:27

Panchanga at sunrise 08:16

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Anandadi: Kana, Rikta tithi
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
FestivalsVinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 08:14

Tithi3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 11:48 more
NakshatraPurva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 17:50 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 16:23 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 11:48 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 11:48tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 11:48karana Vanija
from 16:23yoga Siddha
from 17:50nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 23:20karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:34
Sunrise08:14
Noon12:43
Sunset17:14
End of twilight17:54
Moonrise08:41
Moonset21:34
Day length8 h 59 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:48

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, Purva-Bhadra (08:14–17:14) is good for root crops.

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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), 11:50–13:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:14–11:48 Ravi Yoga 17:50–08:12 (07.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 17:50–08:12 (07.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 17:50–08:12 (07.02)

Anandadi: Siddhi 17:50–08:12 (07.02) Anandadi: Kana 08:14–17:50

  • Bhadra on earth: 23:20–10:47 (07.02); Bhadra Mukha 23:18–01:13 (07.02); Bhadra Puchha 09:39–10:47 (07.02)
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 05:19 (04.02)–16:37 (08.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:14–07:14
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:14–14:50
Godhuli17:14–17:44
Pradosha17:14–20:13
Nishitha00:13–01:13 (07.02)
Amrita Kalam09:52–11:27

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:59–16:06
Yamaganda10:29–11:36
Gulika Kalam12:44–13:51
Dur Muhurta10:02–10:38, 23:13–00:13 (07.02)
Varjyam03:15–04:49 (07.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:14–08:31, 09:16–09:56, 10:50–11:48

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 08:14–08:31, 09:16–09:56, 10:50–11:48
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:14–08:31, 09:16–09:56, 10:50–11:48
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:14–08:31, 09:16–09:56, 10:50–11:48

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-tritya until 11:48, Shukla-chaturti from 11:48; lagna Makara 08:14, Kumbha 08:31, Mina 09:16, Mesha 09:56, Vrishabha 10:50, Mithuna 12:19, Karka 14:44

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 11:48–17:14: 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

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 Yoga Shiva 08:14–16:23+1 Auspicious tithi 08:14–11:480 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:14–11:48 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:14–17:50−1 Rikta tithi 11:48–08:12 (07.02)−3 Anandadi: Kana 08:14–17:50

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 08:14

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
FestivalsVasant Panchami (Saraswati Puja)

At sunrise 08:12

Tithi4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 10:47 more
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 17:22 more
YogaSiddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 14:19 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:47 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 10:47tithi Shukla-panchami
from 10:47karana Bava
from 14:19yoga Sadhya
from 17:22nakshatra Revati
from 22:10karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:32
Sunrise08:12
Noon12:43
Sunset17:16
End of twilight17:56
Moonrise08:52
Moonset22:58
Day length9 h 03 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 10:47

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, Uttara-Bhadra (08:12–17:16) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:12–10:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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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, 10:47–12:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the first is chosen by rule

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 4

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:12–17:22

Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:12–17:22 Anandadi: Utpata 17:22–08:10 (08.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 23:20 (06.02)–10:47; Bhadra Mukha 23:18 (06.02)–01:13; Bhadra Puchha 09:39–10:47
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 05:19 (04.02)–16:37 (08.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:12–07:12
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:14–14:51
Godhuli17:16–17:46
Pradosha17:16–20:15
Nishitha00:13–01:13 (08.02)
Amrita Kalam12:40–14:14

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:44–13:52
Yamaganda09:20–10:28
Gulika Kalam11:36–12:44
Dur Muhurta12:26–13:02
Varjyam05:00–06:33 (08.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:47–17:16

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 10:47–17:16
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 10:47–17:16
Bathing, washing hairgood 10:47–17:16

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 10:47, Shukla-panchami from 10:47; lagna Makara 08:12, Kumbha 08:28, Mina 09:12, Mesha 09:53, Vrishabha 10:46, Mithuna 12:15, Karka 14:40

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 08:12–10:47: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 08:12–10:47: 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).

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.

+2 Yoga Siddha 08:12–14:19+2 Ravi Yoga 08:12–17:22+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:12–17:22+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 10:47–08:10 (08.02)−1 Bhadra on earth 08:12–10:47−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:12–17:22−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 08:12–10:47

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 08:12

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Panchaka
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
FestivalsSkanda Shashti

At sunrise 08:10

Tithi5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 09:28 more
NakshatraRevati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 16:37 more
Gandamula
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 12:01 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 09:28 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 09:28tithi Shukla-shashti (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 09:28karana Kaulava
from 12:01yoga Shubha
from 16:37nakshatra Ashwini
from 20:42karana Taitila
from 07:52 (09.02)tithi Shukla-saptami
from 07:52 (09.02)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:30
Sunrise08:10
Noon12:43
Sunset17:18
End of twilight17:58
Moonrise09:05
Moonsetnone
Day length9 h 08 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:28from 16:37

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, Revati (08:10–16:37) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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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: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 09:28–07:52 (09.02)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:10–09:28 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Ravi Yoga 16:37–08:08 (09.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:28–07:52 (09.02)

Anandadi: Mitra 08:10–16:37 Anandadi: Manasa 16:37–08:08 (09.02)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 05:19 (04.02)–16:37
  • Gandanta (tithi): 09:05–09:50
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 10:50–22:23
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:11–07:10
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:15–14:52
Godhuli17:18–17:48
Pradosha17:18–20:16
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (09.02)
Amrita Kalam14:18–15:51

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:52–15:01
Yamaganda08:10–09:18
Gulika Kalam10:27–11:35
Dur Muhurta11:12–11:49, 14:52–15:28
Varjyamnone on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:08–09:28

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 09:08–09:28
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 09:08–09:28
Bathing, washing hairgood 09:08–09:49, 10:42–17:18

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati until 16:37, Ashwini from 16:37; tithi Shukla-panchami until 09:28, Shukla-shashti from 09:28; lagna Makara 08:10, Kumbha 08:24, Mina 09:08, Mesha 09:49, Vrishabha 10:42, Mithuna 12:11, Karka 14:36

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 16:37) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 16:37) — joy; Thursday — success.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +6

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Yoga Shubha 12:01–08:08 (09.02)+1 Anandadi: Mitra 08:10–16:37+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:10–16:37+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:10–09:280 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:10–09:280 Ravi Yoga 16:37–08:08 (09.02)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:28–07:52 (09.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka 08:10–16:37−2 Kshaya tithi

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 08:10

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Shubha; auspicious time — after 15:37
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
FestivalsRatha Saptami (Surya Jayanti)

At sunrise 08:08

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 06:04 (10.02) more
NakshatraAshwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 15:37 more
Gandamula
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 09:30 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 18:59 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 09:30yoga Shukla
from 15:37nakshatra Bharani
from 18:59karana Vanija
from 06:04 (10.02)tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 06:04 (10.02)karana Vishti
from 06:49 (10.02)yoga Brahma

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:28
Sunrise08:08
Noon12:43
Sunset17:20
End of twilight18:00
Moonrise09:22
Moonset00:25
Day length9 h 12 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 15:37

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, Bharani (15:37–17:20) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

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 07:52–06:04 (10.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:08–15:37 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:08–15:37

Krakacha Yoga 08:08–06:04 (10.02) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:08–06:04 (10.02) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:04–08:06 (10.02)

Anandadi: Vajra 08:08–15:37 Anandadi: Mudgara 15:37–08:06 (10.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 06:04–17:05 (10.02); Bhadra Puchha 07:43–08:49 (10.02); Bhadra Mukha 08:49–10:39 (10.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:09–07:08
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:16–14:53
Godhuli17:20–17:50
Pradosha17:20–20:17
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (10.02)
Amrita Kalam08:43–10:15

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:35–12:44
Yamaganda15:02–16:11
Gulika Kalam09:17–10:26
Dur Muhurta09:58–10:35, 13:02–13:39
Varjyam11:47–13:19, 00:45–02:16 (10.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 09:04–09:45, 10:38–15:37

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 09:04–09:45, 10:38–15:37
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 09:04–09:45, 10:38–15:37
Bathing, washing hairgood 09:04–09:45, 10:38–15:37

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini until 15:37, Bharani from 15:37; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Makara 08:08, Kumbha 08:20, Mina 09:04, Mesha 09:45, Vrishabha 10:38, Mithuna 12:07, Karka 14:32

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 15:37) — joy; Bharani (from 15:37) — facing death (dangers); 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

Best day · score S = +6

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

Auspicious time begins after 15:37

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:08–15:37+2 Yoga Shubha 08:08–09:30+2 Ravi Yoga 08:08–15:37+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:08–15:37+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:08–06:04 (10.02)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:08–06:04 (10.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:37–08:06 (10.02)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 08:08–15:37−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:08–06:04 (10.02)

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 08:08

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
FestivalsBhishma Ashtami · Masik Durgashtami

At sunrise 08:06

Tithi8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 04:04 (11.02) more
NakshatraBharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 14:26 more
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 04:00 (11.02) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 17:05 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 14:26nakshatra Krittika
from 17:05karana Bava
from 04:00 (11.02)yoga Indra
from 04:04 (11.02)tithi Shukla-navami
from 04:04 (11.02)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:26
Sunrise08:06
Noon12:43
Sunset17:22
End of twilight18:02
Moonrise09:44
Moonset01:54
Day length9 h 16 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 14:26

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 (08:06–14:26) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (14:26–17:22) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:06–17:05: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

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), 11:48–13:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

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 06:04–04:04 (11.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:04–08:03 (11.02)

Jwalamukhi Yoga 14:26–04:04 (11.02) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:04–08:03 (11.02)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 14:26–08:03 (11.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:06–14:26

  • Bhadra in heaven: 06:04–17:05; Bhadra Puchha 07:43–08:49; Bhadra Mukha 08:49–10:39

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:07–07:06
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:17–14:54
Godhuli17:22–17:52
Pradosha17:22–20:19
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (11.02)
Amrita Kalam09:52–11:23

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:25–11:34
Yamaganda13:54–15:03
Gulika Kalam08:06–09:15
Dur Muhurta08:06–08:43, 08:43–09:20
Varjyam01:45–03:15 (11.02)

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 14:26–17:22

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani until 14:26, Krittika from 14:26; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Makara 08:06, Kumbha 08:16, Mina 09:00, Mesha 09:41, Vrishabha 10:34, Mithuna 12:03, Karka 14:28

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 14:26) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 14:26) — consumption (a wasting disease); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 08:06–17:22: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

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.

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.

+2 Yoga Brahma 08:06–04:00 (11.02)0 Anandadi: Dhwaja 14:26–08:03 (11.02)−1 Jwalamukhi Yoga 14:26–04:04 (11.02)−1 Ashtami 08:06–04:04 (11.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:06–14:26−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:06–14:26−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:06–17:05

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 08:06

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Rikta tithi
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
FestivalsMadhva Navami

At sunrise 08:03

Tithi9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 01:55 (12.02) more
NakshatraKrittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 13:04 more
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 01:03 (12.02) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 15:00 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 13:04nakshatra Rohini
from 15:00karana Kaulava
from 01:03 (12.02)yoga Vaidhriti
from 01:55 (12.02)tithi Shukla-dashami
from 01:55 (12.02)karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:24
Sunrise08:03
Noon12:43
Sunset17:24
End of twilight18:04
Moonrise10:17
Moonset03:20
Day length9 h 21 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:04

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, Krittika (08:03–13:04) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (13:04–17:24) is good for sowing.

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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 04:04–01:55 (12.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 13:04–08:01 (12.02)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:03–13:04 Jwalamukhi Yoga 13:04–01:55 (12.02)

Anandadi: Prajapati 13:04–08:01 (12.02) Anandadi: Dhumra 08:03–13:04

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:06–07:05
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:17–14:55
Godhuli17:24–17:54
Pradosha17:24–20:20
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (12.02)
Amrita Kalam10:48–12:18

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:14–17:24
Yamaganda12:44–13:54
Gulika Kalam15:04–16:14
Dur Muhurta16:10–16:47
Varjyam04:04–05:34 (12.02)

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 13:04–17:23

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika until 13:04, Rohini from 13:04; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Makara 08:03, Kumbha 08:12, Mina 08:56, Mesha 09:37, Vrishabha 10:30, Mithuna 11:59, Karka 14:24, Simha 17:23

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 13:04) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 13:04) — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Shukla-navami 08:03–17:24: 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.
  • 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2

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)

+2 Yoga Indra 08:03–01:03 (12.02)+1 Ravi Yoga 13:04–08:01 (12.02)0 Anandadi: Prajapati 13:04–08:01 (12.02)0 Auspicious nakshatra 13:04–08:01 (12.02)−1 Jwalamukhi Yoga 13:04–01:55 (12.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:03–13:04−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:03–13:04−2 Rikta tithi 08:03–01:55 (12.02)

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 08:03

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Sankranti day
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
FestivalsKumbha Sankranti

At sunrise 08:01

Tithi10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 23:40 more
NakshatraRohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 11:34 more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 22:01 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 12:48 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 11:34nakshatra Mrigashirsha
from 12:48karana Gara
from 22:01yoga Vishkambha
from 23:40tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 23:40karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:22
Sunrise08:01
Noon12:43
Sunset17:27
End of twilight18:06
Moonrise11:06
Moonset04:38
Day length9 h 25 min

Sky

Kumbha Sankranti11:11 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)

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 11:34

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 (08:01–11:34) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (11:34–17:27) 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, 08:01–11:11
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:34–07:59 (13.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:40–07:59 (13.02) Krakacha Yoga 23:40–07:59 (13.02)

Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:01–11:34 Anandadi: Ananda 11:34–07:59 (13.02)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 23:18–00:02 (13.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:04–07:03
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:18–14:56
Godhuli17:27–17:56
Pradosha17:27–20:21
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (13.02)
Amrita Kalam08:34–10:04, 01:46–03:16 (13.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:12–10:23
Yamaganda11:33–12:44
Gulika Kalam13:55–15:05
Dur Muhurta13:03–13:40, 14:56–15:34
Varjyam16:48–18:18

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 hairgood 08:52–09:33, 10:26–17:19

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini until 11:34, Mrigashirsha from 11:34; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Makara 08:01, Kumbha 08:08, Mina 08:52, Mesha 09:33, Vrishabha 10:26, Mithuna 11:55, Karka 14:21, Simha 17:19

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 11:34) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 11:34) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Sankranti at 11:11 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Vaidhriti 08:01–17:27: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +6

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

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:34–07:59 (13.02)+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:01–11:34+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:01–11:34+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:01–23:40−1 Sankranti day−3 Vaidhriti 08:01–22:01

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 08:01

SummaryUnfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
FestivalsJaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi)

At sunrise 07:59

Tithi11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 21:22 more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 09:59 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 18:56 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 10:31 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 09:59nakshatra Ardra
from 10:31karana Vishti
from 18:56yoga Priti
from 21:22tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 21:22karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:20
Sunrise07:59
Noon12:43
Sunset17:29
End of twilight18:08
Moonrise12:14
Moonset05:39
Day length9 h 29 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 13, bad — 0

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:59

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 (07:59–09:59) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:31–17:29: 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 23:40 (12.02)–21:22
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:57–09:52 (14.02)

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:59–09:59

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–21:22 Yamaghanta 09:59–07:57 (14.02)

Anandadi: Chara 09:59–07:57 (14.02) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:59–09:59

  • Bhadra in heaven: 10:31–21:22; Bhadra Puchha 14:51–15:56; Bhadra Mukha 15:56–17:45

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:03–07:01
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:19–14:57
Godhuli17:29–17:58
Pradosha17:29–20:22
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (14.02)
Amrita Kalam23:03–00:33 (14.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:06–16:18
Yamaganda10:21–11:33
Gulika Kalam12:44–13:55
Dur Muhurta09:53–10:31, 23:16–00:14 (14.02)
Varjyam17:50–19:19

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:59–09:59, 10:22–17:15

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, shavingaverage 07:59–09:59, 10:22–17:15
Cutting fingernailsaverage 08:48–09:29
Cutting toenailsaverage 07:59–09:59, 10:22–17:15
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 09:59, Ardra from 09:59; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Makara 07:59, Kumbha 08:04, Mina 08:48, Mesha 09:29, Vrishabha 10:22, Mithuna 11:51, Karka 14:17, Simha 17:15

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 09:59) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 09:59) — sadness; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

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: Yamaghanta

+2 Ravi Yoga 07:59–09:59+1 Anandadi: Chara 09:59–07:57 (14.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:59–09:59+1 Auspicious tithi 07:59–21:22−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:59–07:57 (14.02)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:59–09:59−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–21:22−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 10:31–21:22−3 Yamaghanta 09:59–07:57 (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 07:59

SummaryFavourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Priti
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
FestivalsPradosha Vrat

At sunrise 07:57

Tithi12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 19:04 more
NakshatraArdra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 08:23 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 15:52 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 08:12 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 08:12karana Balava
from 08:23nakshatra Punarvasu
from 15:52yoga Ayushman
from 19:04tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 19:04karana Kaulava
from 05:56 (15.02)karana Taitila
from 06:49 (15.02)nakshatra Pushya

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:18
Sunrise07:57
Noon12:43
Sunset17:31
End of twilight18:10
Moonrise13:37
Moonset06:22
Day length9 h 34 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 08:23

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 (08:23–17:31) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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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, 19:04–20:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:57–19:04 Ravi Yoga 06:49–07:54 (15.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:04–07:54 (15.02)

Anandadi: Matanga 06:49–07:54 (15.02) Anandadi: Musala 07:57–08:23 Anandadi: Gada 08:23–06:49 (15.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:01–06:59
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:20–14:58
Godhuli17:31–18:00
Pradosha17:31–20:24
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (15.02)
Amrita Kalam04:35–06:04 (15.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:44–13:56
Yamaganda09:09–10:20
Gulika Kalam11:32–12:44
Dur Muhurta12:25–13:03
Varjyam19:36–21:06

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:44–09:25, 10:18–17:11

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 08:44–09:25, 10:18–17:11
Cutting fingernailsaverage 08:23–17:31
Cutting toenailsgood 08:44–09:25, 10:18–17:11
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:00–17:31

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra until 08:23, Punarvasu from 08:23; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Makara 07:57, Kumbha 08:00, Mina 08:44, Mesha 09:25, Vrishabha 10:18, Mithuna 11:47, Karka 14:13, Simha 17:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 08:23) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 08:23) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

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

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:57–19:04+1 Yoga Priti 07:57–15:52+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:23–06:49 (15.02)−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:23–06:49 (15.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:57–08:23

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 07:57

SummaryBest day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — until 16:51
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:54

Tithi13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 16:51 more
NakshatraPushya, pada 1 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 05:24 (16.02) more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 12:51 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 16:51 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 12:51yoga Saubhagya
from 16:51tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 16:51karana Gara
from 03:49 (16.02)karana Vanija
from 05:24 (16.02)nakshatra Ashlesha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:16
Sunrise07:54
Noon12:43
Sunset17:33
End of twilight18:12
Moonrise15:06
Moonset06:51
Day length9 h 38 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 16:51

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 (07:54–17:33) is good for sowing.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 16:51–17:33: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:54–05:24 (16.02) Guru Pushya Yoga 07:54–05:24 (16.02) Ravi Yoga 07:54–05:24 (16.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:54–05:24 (16.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:51–07:52 (16.02)

Anandadi: Shubha 07:54–05:24 (16.02) Anandadi: Amrita 05:24–07:52 (16.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:59–06:57
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:20–14:59
Godhuli17:33–18:02
Pradosha17:33–20:25
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (16.02)
Amrita Kalam23:23–00:53 (16.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:56–15:09
Yamaganda07:54–09:07
Gulika Kalam10:19–11:32
Dur Muhurta11:07–11:46, 14:59–15:37
Varjyam14:21–15:51

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:40–09:21, 10:14–16:51

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 08:40–09:21, 10:14–16:51
Cutting fingernailsaverage 07:54–16:51
Cutting toenailsgood 08:40–09:21, 10:14–16:51
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:40–09:21, 10:14–16:51

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 16:51, Shukla-chaturdashi from 16:51; lagna Makara 07:54, Kumbha 07:56, Mina 08:40, Mesha 09:21, Vrishabha 10:14, Mithuna 11:43, Karka 14:09, Simha 17:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Thursday — success.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 16:51–17:33: 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 = +12

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

Auspicious time ends by 16:51

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 07:54–05:24 (16.02)+2 Pushya 07:54–05:24 (16.02)+2 Ravi Yoga 07:54–05:24 (16.02)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 07:54–05:24 (16.02)+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:54–12:51+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:54–16:510 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:51–07:52 (16.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Rikta tithi 16:51–07:52 (16.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:54

SummaryUnfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Rikta tithi
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:52

Tithi14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 14:50 more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 04:14 (17.02) more
Gandamula
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 09:58 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 14:50 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 09:58yoga Shobhana
from 14:50tithi Purnima
from 14:50karana Vishti
from 01:55 (17.02)karana Bava
from 04:14 (17.02)nakshatra Magha
from 07:18 (17.02)yoga Atiganda

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:14
Sunrise07:52
Noon12:43
Sunset17:35
End of twilight18:14
Moonrise16:37
Moonset07:11
Day length9 h 43 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5

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

taskat sunrisefrom 14:50

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:

  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:50–17:35: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 07:52–14:50: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Mrityu 07:52–04:14 (17.02) Anandadi: Kana 04:14–07:50 (17.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 14:50–01:55 (17.02); Bhadra Puchha 22:04–23:11; Bhadra Mukha 23:11–01:02 (17.02)
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:30–10:00 (17.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:58–06:55
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:21–15:00
Godhuli17:35–18:04
Pradosha17:35–20:26
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (17.02)
Amrita Kalam02:43–04:14 (17.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:31–12:44
Yamaganda15:10–16:22
Gulika Kalam09:05–10:18
Dur Muhurta09:49–10:28, 13:03–13:42
Varjyam17:35–19:06

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 08:36–09:17, 10:10–17:03

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 14:50, Purnima from 14:50; lagna Kumbha 07:52, Mina 08:36, Mesha 09:17, Vrishabha 10:10, Mithuna 11:39, Karka 14:05, Simha 17:03

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 07:52–14:50: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Purnima 14:50–17:35: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Bhadra on earth 14:50–17:35: 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:

  • 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

+1 Yoga Saubhagya 07:52–09:58+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Bhadra on earth 14:50–01:55 (17.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:52–04:14 (17.02)−2 Rikta tithi 07:52–14:50−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:52–04:14 (17.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:52

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
FestivalsMagha Purnima (Maghi)

At sunrise 07:50

Tithi15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 13:06 more
NakshatraMagha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 03:26 (18.02) more
Gandamula
YogaAtiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 04:57 (18.02) more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 13:06 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 13:06tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 13:06karana Balava
from 00:24 (18.02)karana Kaulava
from 03:26 (18.02)nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 04:57 (18.02)yoga Sukarma

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:12
Sunrise07:50
Noon12:43
Sunset17:38
End of twilight18:16
Moonrise18:04
Moonset07:26
Day length9 h 47 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)13:06

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 sunrisefrom 13:06

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 (07:50–17:38) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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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 14:50 (16.02)–13:06
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:50–13:06

Anandadi: Padma 07:50–03:26 (18.02) Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:26–07:48 (18.02)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:30 (16.02)–10:00
  • Gandanta (tithi): 12:44–13:29
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:56–06:53
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:22–15:01
Godhuli17:38–18:06
Pradosha17:38–20:28
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (18.02)
Amrita Kalam01:06–02:39 (18.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:17–11:30
Yamaganda13:57–15:11
Gulika Kalam07:50–09:03
Dur Muhurta07:50–08:29, 08:29–09:08
Varjyam15:50–17:23

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; tithi Purnima until 13:06, Krishna-pratipat from 13:06; lagna Kumbha 07:50, Mina 08:32, Mesha 09:13, Vrishabha 10:06, Mithuna 11:35, Karka 14:01, Simha 16:59

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Purnima 07:50–13:06: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

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.

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 Anandadi: Padma 07:50–03:26 (18.02)0 Auspicious tithi 13:06–07:48 (18.02)0 Yoga Atiganda 07:50–09:28−1 Gandanta 07:50–10:00−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:50–03:26 (18.02)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:50–13:06

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 07:50

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chhatra, Yoga Sukarma; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:48

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 11:48 more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 03:06 (19.02) more
YogaSukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 03:00 (19.02) more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 11:48 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 11:48tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 11:48karana Taitila
from 23:20karana Gara
from 03:00 (19.02)yoga Dhriti
from 03:06 (19.02)nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:09
Sunrise07:48
Noon12:43
Sunset17:40
End of twilight18:18
Moonrise19:29
Moonset07:39
Day length9 h 52 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:48

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, Purva-Phalguni (07:48–17:40) is good for root crops.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:06–07:45 (19.02) Tripushkar Yoga 03:06–07:45 (19.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:48–11:48

Anandadi: Chhatra 07:48–03:06 (19.02) Anandadi: Mitra 03:06–07:45 (19.02)

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 Muhurta05:54–06:51
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:22–15:02
Godhuli17:40–18:08
Pradosha17:40–20:29
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (19.02)
Amrita Kalam20:47–22:22

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:26–17:40
Yamaganda12:44–13:58
Gulika Kalam15:12–16:26
Dur Muhurta16:21–17:00
Varjyam11:19–12:54

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 11:48–16:55

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 11:48, Krishna-dvitya from 11:48; lagna Kumbha 07:48, Mina 08:28, Mesha 09:09, Vrishabha 10:02, Mithuna 11:31, Karka 13:57, Simha 16:55

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Sunday — physical well-being.

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 = 0

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

+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:48–03:06 (19.02)+1 Yoga Sukarma 07:48–03:00 (19.02)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:48–11:480 Tripushkar Yoga 03:06–07:45 (19.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:48–03:06 (19.02)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:48–11:48

Panchanga at sunrise 07:48

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:45

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 11:02 more
NakshatraUttara-Phalguni, pada 1 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 03:22 (20.02) more
YogaDhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 01:31 (20.02) more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 11:02 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 11:02tithi Krishna-tritya
from 11:02karana Vanija
from 22:52karana Vishti
from 01:31 (20.02)yoga Shula
from 03:22 (20.02)nakshatra Hasta

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:07
Sunrise07:45
Noon12:43
Sunset17:42
End of twilight18:20
Moonrise20:50
Moonset07:50
Day length9 h 56 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:02

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 (07:45–17:42) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:45–11:02 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 11:02–03:22 (20.02)

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:45–03:22 (20.02) Anandadi: Vajra 03:22–07:43 (20.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 22:52–10:53 (20.02); Bhadra Puchha 06:42–07:54 (20.02); Bhadra Mukha 07:54–09:53 (20.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:53–06:49
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:23–15:03
Godhuli17:42–18:10
Pradosha17:42–20:30
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (20.02)
Amrita Kalam20:05–21:42

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:00–10:14
Yamaganda11:29–12:44
Gulika Kalam13:58–15:13
Dur Muhurta13:03–13:43, 15:03–15:43
Varjyam10:23–12:00

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:02–16:51

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 11:02–16:51
Cutting fingernailsaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsgood 11:02–16:51
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:24–09:05, 09:58–16:51

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 11:02, Krishna-tritya from 11:02; lagna Kumbha 07:45, Mina 08:24, Mesha 09:05, Vrishabha 09:58, Mithuna 11:27, Karka 13:53, Simha 16:51

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; 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 07:45–03:22 (20.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:45–03:22 (20.02)+1 Yoga Dhriti 07:45–01:31 (20.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:45–11:02−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 11:02–03:22 (20.02)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:45–11:02

Panchanga at sunrise 07:45

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Saumya; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
FestivalsAngaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)

At sunrise 07:43

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 10:53 more
NakshatraHasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 04:17 (21.02) more
YogaShula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 00:34 (21.02) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:53 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 10:53tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 10:53karana Bava
from 23:04karana Balava
from 00:34 (21.02)yoga Ganda
from 04:17 (21.02)nakshatra Chitra

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:05
Sunrise07:43
Noon12:43
Sunset17:44
End of twilight18:22
Moonrise22:10
Moonset08:01
Day length10 h 01 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 10:53

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, Hasta (07:43–17:44) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:43–10:53: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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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, 22:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:43–10:53

Anandadi: Saumya 07:43–04:17 (21.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:17–07:41 (21.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 22:52 (19.02)–10:53; Bhadra Puchha 06:42–07:54; Bhadra Mukha 07:54–09:53

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:51–06:47
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:24–15:04
Godhuli17:44–18:12
Pradosha17:44–20:31
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (21.02)
Amrita Kalam22:03–23:43

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:14–16:29
Yamaganda10:13–11:28
Gulika Kalam12:43–13:59
Dur Muhurta09:43–10:23, 23:19–00:14 (21.02)
Varjyam12:05–13:45

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:43–10:53

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 07:43–10:53
Cutting fingernailsaverage 08:20–09:01, 09:54–10:53
Cutting toenailsaverage 07:43–10:53
Bathing, washing hairaverage 07:43–16:47

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Krishna-tritya until 10:53, Krishna-chaturti from 10:53; lagna Kumbha 07:43, Mina 08:20, Mesha 09:01, Vrishabha 09:54, Mithuna 11:23, Karka 13:49, Simha 16:47

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 10:53–17:44: 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 = +1

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

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:43–10:53+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:43–04:17 (21.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:43–04:17 (21.02)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:43–10:53−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:43–10:53−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 10:53–07:41 (21.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Rikta tithi 10:53–07:41 (21.02)

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 07:43

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:41

Tithi4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 11:26 more
NakshatraChitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 05:52 (22.02) more
YogaGanda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 00:08 (22.02) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 11:26 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 11:26tithi Krishna-panchami
from 11:26karana Kaulava
from 23:58karana Taitila
from 00:08 (22.02)yoga Vriddhi
from 05:52 (22.02)nakshatra Swati

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:03
Sunrise07:41
Noon12:43
Sunset17:46
End of twilight18:24
Moonrise23:29
Moonset08:12
Day length10 h 05 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:26

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 (07:41–17:46) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:41–05:52 (22.02) Anandadi: Dhumra 05:52–07:38 (22.02)

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:49–06:45
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:24–15:05
Godhuli17:46–18:14
Pradosha17:46–20:33
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (22.02)
Amrita Kalam23:03–00:45 (22.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:43–13:59
Yamaganda08:56–10:12
Gulika Kalam11:28–12:43
Dur Muhurta12:23–13:04
Varjyam12:49–14:31

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:26–16:43

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 11:26–16:43
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 11:26–16:43
Bathing, washing hairgood 11:26–16:43

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 11:26, Krishna-panchami from 11:26; lagna Kumbha 07:41, Mina 08:17, Mesha 08:57, Vrishabha 09:51, Mithuna 11:20, Karka 13:45, Simha 16:43

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 07:41–11:26: 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 = −1

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:41–05:52 (22.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 11:26–07:38 (22.02)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:41–05:52 (22.02)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:41–11:26−2 Rikta tithi 07:41–11:26

Panchanga at sunrise 07:41

SummaryBest day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — until 12:40
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:38

Tithi5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 12:40 more
NakshatraSwati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 08:05 (23.02) more
YogaVriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 00:14 (23.02) more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 12:40 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 12:40tithi Krishna-shashti
from 12:40karana Gara
from 00:14 (23.02)yoga Dhruva
from 01:32 (23.02)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:00
Sunrise07:38
Noon12:43
Sunset17:48
End of twilight18:26
Moonrisenone
Moonset08:27
Day length10 h 10 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 12:40

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 (07:38–17:48) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:38–12:40

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:40–07:36 (23.02)

Anandadi: Sthira all day

  • Gandanta (tithi): 12:15–13:06

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:47–06:43
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:25–15:06
Godhuli17:48–18:16
Pradosha17:48–20:34
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (23.02)
Amrita Kalam22:29–00:14 (23.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:00–15:16
Yamaganda07:38–08:54
Gulika Kalam10:11–11:27
Dur Muhurta11:02–11:42, 15:06–15:46
Varjyam11:59–13:44

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:13–08:54, 09:47–12:40

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 08:13–08:54, 09:47–12:40
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 08:13–08:54, 09:47–12:40
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:13–08:54, 09:47–16:39

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-panchami until 12:40, Krishna-shashti from 12:40; lagna Kumbha 07:38, Mina 08:13, Mesha 08:54, Vrishabha 09:47, Mithuna 11:16, Karka 13:41, Simha 16:39

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; 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

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 12:40

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:38–12:40+1 Anandadi: Sthira all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Vriddhi 07:38–00:14 (23.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:38–12:40−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:40–07:36 (23.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:38

SummaryBest day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 14:32
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:36

Tithi6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 14:32 more
NakshatraSwati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 08:05 more
YogaDhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 00:45 (24.02) more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 14:32 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 08:05nakshatra Vishakha
from 14:32tithi Krishna-saptami
from 14:32karana Vishti
from 00:45 (24.02)yoga Vyaghata
from 03:39 (24.02)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:58
Sunrise07:36
Noon12:43
Sunset17:50
End of twilight18:28
Moonrise00:46
Moonset08:44
Day length10 h 14 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 08:05from 14:32

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 (07:36–08:05) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (08:05–17:50) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:32–17:50: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:36–14:32 Ravi Yoga 08:05–07:33 (24.02)

Krakacha Yoga 14:32–07:33 (24.02) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:32–07:33 (24.02)

Anandadi: Matanga 08:05–07:33 (24.02) Anandadi: Gada 07:36–08:05

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 14:32–03:39 (24.02); Bhadra Puchha 19:48–21:07; Bhadra Mukha 21:07–23:19

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:45–06:41
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:26–15:07
Godhuli17:50–18:18
Pradosha17:50–20:35
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (24.02)
Amrita Kalam01:01–02:47 (24.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:26–12:43
Yamaganda15:17–16:34
Gulika Kalam08:53–10:09
Dur Muhurta09:39–10:20, 13:04–13:45
Varjyam14:19–16:06

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:36–08:05, 08:09–08:50, 09:43–17:50

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 07:36–08:05, 08:09–08:50, 09:43–17:50
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 07:36–08:05, 08:09–08:50, 09:43–17:50
Bathing, washing hairaverage 07:36–08:05, 08:09–08:50, 09:43–17:50

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati until 08:05, Vishakha from 08:05; tithi Krishna-shashti until 14:32, Krishna-saptami from 14:32; lagna Kumbha 07:36, Mina 08:09, Mesha 08:50, Vrishabha 09:43, Mithuna 11:12, Karka 13:37, Simha 16:35

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 08:05) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 08:05) — loss of money; Friday — universal respect.

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).
  • 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

Best day · score S = +6

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

Auspicious time ends by 14:32

+2 Ravi Yoga 08:05–07:33 (24.02)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:36–14:32+1 Anandadi: Matanga 08:05–07:33 (24.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:36–08:05+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:36–00:45 (24.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:32–07:33 (24.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Gada 07:36–08:05−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 14:32–03:39 (24.02)−1 Krakacha Yoga 14:32–07:33 (24.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:36

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shubha; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
FestivalsKalashtami

At sunrise 07:33

Tithi7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 16:53 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 10:48 more
YogaVyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 01:34 (25.02) more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 16:53 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 10:48nakshatra Anuradha
from 16:53tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 16:53karana Balava
from 01:34 (25.02)yoga Harshana
from 06:10 (25.02)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:56
Sunrise07:33
Noon12:42
Sunset17:53
End of twilight18:30
Moonrise02:00
Moonset09:08
Day length10 h 19 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:48from 16:53

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, Vishakha (07:33–10:48) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (10:48–17:53) 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, 17:53–20:36
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:33–10:48 Tripushkar Yoga 07:33–10:48

Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:33–16:53

Anandadi: Shubha 07:33–10:48 Anandadi: Amrita 10:48–07:31 (25.02)

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 Muhurta05:44–06:38
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:26–15:07
Godhuli17:53–18:20
Pradosha17:53–20:36
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (25.02)
Amrita Kalam02:07–03:55 (25.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:08–11:26
Yamaganda14:00–15:18
Gulika Kalam07:33–08:51
Dur Muhurta07:33–08:15, 08:15–08:56
Varjyam15:19–17:07

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:05–08:46, 09:39–16:31

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 08:05–08:46, 09:39–16:31
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:05–08:46, 09:39–16:31
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:05–08:46, 09:39–16:53

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha until 10:48, Anuradha from 10:48; tithi Krishna-saptami until 16:53, Krishna-ashtami from 16:53; lagna Kumbha 07:33, Mina 08:05, Mesha 08:46, Vrishabha 09:39, Mithuna 11:08, Karka 13:33, Simha 16:31

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 10:48) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 10:48) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 16:53–17:53: 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).

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.

+2 Ravi Yoga 07:33–10:48+1 Anandadi: Shubha 07:33–10:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:48–07:31 (25.02)0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:33–10:480 Ashtami 16:53–07:31 (25.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:33–16:53

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 07:33

SummaryUnfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Ashtami
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:31

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 19:29 more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 13:49 more
YogaHarshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 02:31 (26.02) more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 19:29 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 13:49nakshatra Jyestha
from 19:29tithi Krishna-navami
from 19:29karana Taitila
from 02:31 (26.02)yoga Vajra

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:53
Sunrise07:31
Noon12:42
Sunset17:55
End of twilight18:32
Moonrise03:08
Moonset09:41
Day length10 h 23 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 sunrisefrom 13:49

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, Anuradha (07:31–13:49) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (13:49–17:55) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Mrityu 07:31–13:49 Anandadi: Kana 13:49–07:28 (26.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:42–06:36
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:27–15:08
Godhuli17:55–18:22
Pradosha17:55–20:37
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (26.02)
Amrita Kalam06:58–08:46 (26.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:37–17:55
Yamaganda12:43–14:01
Gulika Kalam15:19–16:37
Dur Muhurta16:32–17:13
Varjyam20:08–21:57

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 08:01–08:42, 09:35–13:49

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha until 13:49, Jyestha from 13:49; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Kumbha 07:31, Mina 08:01, Mesha 08:42, Vrishabha 09:35, Mithuna 11:04, Karka 13:29, Simha 16:28

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 13:49) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 13:49) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 07:31–17:55: 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.
  • 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

Unfavourable day · score S = −2

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:31–13:49+1 Yoga Harshana 07:31–02:31 (26.02)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:49–07:28 (26.02)−1 Ashtami 07:31–19:29−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:31–13:49

Panchanga at sunrise 07:31

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:28

Tithi9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 22:05 more
NakshatraJyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 16:53 more
Gandamula
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 03:25 (27.02) more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 08:48 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 08:48karana Gara
from 16:53nakshatra Mula
from 22:05tithi Krishna-dashami
from 22:05karana Vanija
from 03:25 (27.02)yoga Siddhi

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:51
Sunrise07:28
Noon12:42
Sunset17:57
End of twilight18:34
Moonrise04:06
Moonset10:26
Day length10 h 28 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 8, bad — 5

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, Jyestha (07:28–16:53) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (16:53–17:57) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Padma 07:28–16:53 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:53–07:26 (27.02)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 10:08–23:38
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:40–06:34
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:27–15:09
Godhuli17:57–18:24
Pradosha17:57–20:39
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (27.02)
Amrita Kalam06:58–08:46

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:47–10:06
Yamaganda11:24–12:43
Gulika Kalam14:01–15:20
Dur Muhurta13:04–13:45, 15:09–15:51
Varjyamnone on this day

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 07:57–08:38, 09:31–16:24

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha until 16:53, Mula from 16:53; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Kumbha 07:28, Mina 07:57, Mesha 08:38, Vrishabha 09:31, Mithuna 11:00, Karka 13:25, Simha 16:24

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 16:53) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 16:53) — 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:

  • Krishna-navami 07:28–17:57: 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).
  • Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.

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: Padma 07:28–16:53+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 16:53–07:26 (27.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:28–16:53−2 Rikta tithi 07:28–22:05

Panchanga at sunrise 07:28

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more

At sunrise 07:26

Tithi10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 00:26 (28.02) more
NakshatraMula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 19:45 more
Gandamula
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 04:06 (28.02) more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 11:18 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 11:18karana Vishti
from 19:45nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 00:26 (28.02)tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 00:26 (28.02)karana Bava
from 04:06 (28.02)yoga Vyatipata

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:49
Sunrise07:26
Noon12:42
Sunset17:59
End of twilight18:36
Moonrise04:52
Moonset11:23
Day length10 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 7, 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, Mula (07:26–17:59) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:18–17:59: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Krakacha Yoga 07:26–00:26 (28.02) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:26–07:24 (28.02)

Anandadi: Chhatra 07:26–19:45 Anandadi: Mitra 19:45–07:24 (28.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 11:18–00:26 (28.02); Bhadra Puchha 13:14–14:33; Bhadra Mukha 14:33–16:45
  • Gandanta (tithi): 23:59–00:52 (28.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:38–06:32
Abhijit Muhurta12:21–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta14:28–15:10
Godhuli17:59–18:26
Pradosha17:59–20:40
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (28.02)
Amrita Kalam12:36–14:23

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:21–16:40
Yamaganda10:04–11:23
Gulika Kalam12:42–14:02
Dur Muhurta09:33–10:15, 23:21–00:14 (28.02)
Varjyam17:58–19:45, 06:20–08:06 (28.02)

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 07:53–08:34, 09:27–16:20

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Kumbha 07:26, Mina 07:53, Mesha 08:34, Vrishabha 09:27, Mithuna 10:56, Karka 13:22, Simha 16:20

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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 = −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.

+2 Yoga Siddhi 07:26–04:06 (28.02)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:26–19:45−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:26–19:45−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:18–00:26 (28.02)−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:26–00:26 (28.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:26

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more
FestivalsVijaya Ekadashi

At sunrise 07:24

Tithi11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 02:17 (01.03) more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 22:12 more
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 04:23 (01.03) more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 13:26 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 13:26karana Balava
from 22:12nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 02:17 (01.03)tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 02:17 (01.03)karana Kaulava
from 04:23 (01.03)yoga Variyana

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:46
Sunrise07:24
Noon12:42
Sunset18:01
End of twilight18:38
Moonrise05:27
Moonset12:31
Day length10 h 37 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 9, 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, Purva-Ashadha (07:24–18:01) is good for root crops.

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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 00:26–02:17 (01.03)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:36–09:29 (01.03)

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:17–07:21 (01.03)

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:24–22:12 Anandadi: Vajra 22:12–07:21 (01.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:36–06:30
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:29–15:11
Godhuli18:01–18:28
Pradosha18:01–20:41
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (01.03)
Amrita Kalam16:55–18:41

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:42–14:02
Yamaganda08:43–10:03
Gulika Kalam11:23–12:42
Dur Muhurta12:21–13:04
Varjyam06:20–08:06, 06:49–08:33 (01.03)

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 hairgood 07:49–08:30, 09:23–16:16

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Kumbha 07:24, Mina 07:49, Mesha 08:30, Vrishabha 09:23, Mithuna 10:52, Karka 13:18, Simha 16:16

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Vyatipata 07:24–18:01: 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2

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: Vyatipata

+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 07:24–22:12+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:24–22:12−3 Vyatipata 07:24–04:23 (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 07:24

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
Pausha (Vedic name Sahasya) — The cold month of Dhanur Masa and Kharmas: no weddings are held until Makara Sankranti, and with it Uttarayana begins.
Patron: Narayana; Aditya — Bhaga. Full moon in nakshatra Pushya. Ritu: Hemanta.
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.
Paridhavi (No. 46 of 60, “running about, restless”) — A restless year: bustle, fears, flight from danger; little stability.
Northern samvatsara: Krodhana (No. 59)
Shaka Samvat 1894 · Vikram Samvat 2029 · Kali Yuga 5073
Next year — Pramadi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 3.04.1973
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.
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.
Purva-Ashadha (20)
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
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: add strength, energy (regenerate)
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.
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.
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.
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).
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 Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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.
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 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.
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).
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 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.
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.
Thursday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Purva-Ashadha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Uttara-Ashadha
+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.
Krishna-trayodashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable 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 weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious 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.
Krishna Chaturdashi
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
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.
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
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.
Shakuni (fixed)
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
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.
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 Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Friday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Amavasya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Amavasya (30, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
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)
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.
Naga (fixed)
Deity: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
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.
The exact conjunction of the Sun and the Moon — the start of a new lunar month in the amanta system. A day for the ancestors and inner work.
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 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).

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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).
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.
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.
Mrityu Panchaka
Began on a Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
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.
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 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
Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Amavasya
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Dwipushkar Yoga
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
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.
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
Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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 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
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
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: 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.
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
Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya (3, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
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.
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.
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 Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
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: 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.
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.
The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.
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
Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable 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-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.
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.
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.
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 Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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: 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.
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.
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
Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
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 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.
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.
Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Ashwini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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.
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
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
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: Mudgara — “hammer”
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.
The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.
Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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
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.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Dhwaja — “banner”
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: 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.
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.
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-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.
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.
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
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.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Rohini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Simha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
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.
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)
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.
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.
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.
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
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.
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.
Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dashami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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)
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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).
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.
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.
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
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.
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-triodashi
no pruning or felling
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
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.
Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-triodashi
+1 — favourable 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).
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.
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
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.
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.

Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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.
Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purnima (15, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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.
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.

Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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.
Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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.
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.
Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvitya
−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.
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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Krishna-tritya
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.
Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-tritya
+1 — favourable 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.
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
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.
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-tritya
any undertakings
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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)
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.
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-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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
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.
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-panchami
any undertakings
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
Swati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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 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.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable 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.
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 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
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.
Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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 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.
Jyestha
−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)
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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Mula
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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)
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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 Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating