Panchanga Calendar

February 2064

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SamvatsaraSubhanu (17)MonthMagha → Phalguna from 18.02RituShishiraAyanaUttarayanaPlace55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

February 2064 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Magha (until 17.02), Phalguna (from 18.02). Periods: from 25.02 — Holashtak. Major festivals: 15.02 Maha Shivaratri. 3.02 — lunar eclipse, partial (fully visible); 17.02 — solar eclipse, annular (not visible here).

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
1Pun14
2Push15Thaipusam
3Ashl1Lunar eclipse
4Mag2
5PPh3Angaraki Chaturthi
6UPh4after 11:31
7Has5
8Swa7
9Vish8Kalashtami
10Anu9
11Jye10
12Mul11Vijaya Ekadashi
13PAsh12Kumbha Sankranti
14PAsh13after 08:48
15UAsh14Maha Shivaratri
16Shra30Shani Amavasya
17Dhan30Solar eclipse
18Shat1Chandra Darshan
19PBh2
20UBh3
21Rev4Vinayaka Chaturthi
22Ashw5after 10:59
23Bhar6Skanda Shashti
24Bhar7
25Krit8Masik Durgashtami
26Roh9
27Mrig10until 11:53
28Ard11after 11:16
29Pun12until 09:56
Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable
Markersafter / until HH:MM
Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya
Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed
Icons this month (18)
Skanda Shashtiday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)Lunar eclipse, partialmoment of the full moon (see the time in the “Sky this month” card)SankashtiKalashtamiEkadashiSankrantiPradoshaMaha ShivaratriShani Amavasyaday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Solar eclipse, annularmoment of the new moon (see the time in the “Sky this month” card)Chandra DarshanTripushkar YogaVinayaka ChaturthiGoddess (Durga, Kali)
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

  • 1.02 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra
    Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
  • 6.02 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra after 11:31
    Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
  • 22.02 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Shukla after 10:59
    Ashwini (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
  • 27.02 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita until 11:53
    Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
  • 28.02 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi after 11:16 until 12:43
    Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.

Festivals

  • 2.02 Sat Magha Purnima (Maghi)
  • 2.02 Sat Thaipusam
  • 5.02 Tue Angaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)
  • 9.02 Sat Kalashtami
  • 12.02 Tue Vijaya Ekadashi
  • 13.02 Wed Kumbha Sankranti
  • 14.02 Thu Pradosha Vrat
  • 15.02 Fri Maha Shivaratri
  • 16.02 Sat Magha Amavasya
  • 16.02 Sat Shani Amavasya
  • 18.02 Mon Chandra Darshan
  • 21.02 Thu Vinayaka Chaturthi
  • 23.02 Sat Skanda Shashti
  • 25.02 Mon Masik Durgashtami
  • 28.02 Thu Amalaki Ekadashi

Special muhurta yogas

  • 1.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:24–22:59
  • 6.02 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:35–08:12 (07.02)
  • 15.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:54–07:52 (16.02)
  • 16.02 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:52–13:22
  • 19.02 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 07:45–15:12
  • 19.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:13–07:43 (20.02)
  • 21.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 22.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:38–06:57 (23.02)
  • 24.02 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 09:10–01:59 (25.02)
  • 25.02 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:48–07:28 (26.02)
  • 27.02 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:26–11:53
  • 28.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:16–07:21 (29.02)
  • 29.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:21–09:56

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

Avoid starting important matters

  • 2.02 Sat — Eclipse, Bhadra on earth, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
  • 3.02 Sun — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Eclipse nearby
  • 5.02 Tue — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 7.02 Thu — Kshaya tithi, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Shula
  • 10.02 Sun — Anandadi: Mrityu, Rikta tithi (unfavourable day)
  • 12.02 Tue — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 13.02 Wed — Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi
  • 15.02 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata, Vishti (Bhadra)
  • 16.02 Sat — Amavasya, Tryahasparsha, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 17.02 Sun — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
  • 19.02 Tue — Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
  • 20.02 Wed — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
  • 21.02 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
  • 25.02 Mon — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra), Ashtami

Sky this month

  • 3.02 Full moon (Purnima) 00:37
  • 3.02 Lunar eclipse, partial, greatest eclipse 00:47, magnitude 0.038
    fully visible: 00:26–01:09, maximum eclipse here 00:47, magnitude 0.038
  • 13.02 Kumbha Sankranti 19:27 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)
  • 17.02 New moon (Amavasya) 10:03
  • 17.02 Solar eclipse, annular, greatest eclipse 09:59, magnitude 0.926
    not visible here (outside the eclipse zone)

Periods

  • from 25.02 Holashtak
  • 17.02 02:43 – 22.02 04:17 Mrityu Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Subhanu (No. 17, “beautifully shining”) — A year of health and well-being: good rains, peace in families. more

Northern samvatsara: Hemalamba. Shaka Samvat 1985, Vikram Samvat 2120, Kali Yuga 5164.

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

Phalguna (Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas. 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

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 08:24

Tithi14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 03:41 (02.02) more
NakshatraPunarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 22:59 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 10:38 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 17:04 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 10:38yoga Priti
from 17:04karana Vanija
from 22:59nakshatra Pushya
from 03:41 (02.02)tithi Purnima
from 03:41 (02.02)karana Vishti
from 07:10 (02.02)yoga Ayushman

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:43
Sunrise08:24
Noon12:43
Sunset17:02
End of twilight17:43
Moonrise14:41
Moonset08:01
Day length8 h 38 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 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, Punarvasu (08:24–17:02) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 08:24–17:02: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:24–22:59 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:24–22:59

Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:24–22:59 Anandadi: Utpata 22:59–08:22 (02.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 03:41–14:11 (02.02); Bhadra Puchha 10:29–11:32 (02.02); Bhadra Mukha 11:32–13:17 (02.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:20–07:22
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:00
Vijaya Muhurta14:09–14:44
Godhuli17:02–17:33
Pradosha17:02–20:06
Nishitha00:11–01:13 (02.02)
Amrita Kalam20:46–22:15

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:38–12:43
Yamaganda14:53–15:58
Gulika Kalam09:28–10:33
Dur Muhurta10:07–10:42, 13:00–13:35
Varjyam11:54–13:23, 06:14–07:41 (02.02)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:24–08:53, 09:37–10:18, 11:12–17:02

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi; lagna Makara 08:24, Kumbha 08:53, Mina 09:37, Mesha 10:18, Vrishabha 11:12, Mithuna 12:43, Karka 15:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 08:24–17:02: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

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 = +5

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:24–22:59+2 Ravi Yoga 08:24–22:59+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:24–22:59+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Priti 10:38–07:10 (02.02)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 08:24–22:59−2 Rikta tithi 08:24–03:41 (02.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:24

SummaryUnfavourable day — Eclipse, Bhadra on earth
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsThaipusam · Magha Purnima (Maghi)

At sunrise 08:22

Tithi15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 00:37 (03.02) more
NakshatraPushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 20:44 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 03:25 (03.02) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:11 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 14:11karana Bava
from 20:44nakshatra Ashlesha
from 00:37 (03.02)tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 00:37 (03.02)karana Balava
from 03:25 (03.02)yoga Saubhagya

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:41
Sunrise08:22
Noon12:43
Sunset17:05
End of twilight17:45
Moonrise16:21
Moonset08:24
Day length8 h 42 min

Sky

Sutak15:26–01:09 (03.02)

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 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, Pushya (08:22–17:05) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:22–14:11: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Thaipusam · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

A festival of Murugan on the day of Pushya nakshatra in the Tamil month of Thai, usually at the full moon: pilgrims carry kavadi and pots of milk in fulfilment of vows. According to legend, on this day Parvati gave Murugan his spear, the Vel.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, 08:22–20:44
of the two days with this nakshatra, the one nearest the full moon is chosen

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 03:41–00:37 (03.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:22–00:37 (03.02)

Anandadi: Mitra 08:22–20:44 Anandadi: Manasa 20:44–08:20 (03.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 03:41–14:11; Bhadra Puchha 10:29–11:32; Bhadra Mukha 11:32–13:17
  • Gandanta (tithi): 00:16–00:58 (03.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:19–07:20
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:10–14:45
Godhuli17:05–17:35
Pradosha17:05–20:08
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (03.02)
Amrita Kalam14:56–16:23

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:32–11:38
Yamaganda13:48–14:54
Gulika Kalam08:22–09:27
Dur Muhurta08:22–08:57, 08:57–09:31
Varjyam08:11–09:36 (03.02)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:22–08:49, 09:33–10:14, 11:08–17:05

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Purnima; lagna Makara 08:22, Kumbha 08:49, Mina 09:33, Mesha 10:14, Vrishabha 11:08, Mithuna 12:40, Karka 15:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Eclipse: no haircuts or shaving on the day of an eclipse or during Sutak (15:26–17:05).
  • Purnima 08:22–17:05: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Bhadra on earth 08:22–14:11: 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

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: Eclipse

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+2 Pushya 08:22–20:44+1 Anandadi: Mitra 08:22–20:44+1 Yoga Ayushman 08:22–03:25 (03.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:22–00:37 (03.02)−3 Eclipse−3 Bhadra on earth 08:22–14:11

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

Panchanga at sunrise 08:22

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsLunar eclipse, partial (fully visible)

At sunrise 08:20

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 21:19 more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 18:12 more
Gandamula
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 23:28 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 11:00 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 11:00karana Kaulava
from 18:12nakshatra Magha
from 21:19tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 21:19karana Taitila
from 23:28yoga Shobhana
from 07:38 (04.02)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:39
Sunrise08:20
Noon12:43
Sunset17:07
End of twilight17:47
Moonrise18:03
Moonset08:38
Day length8 h 46 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)00:37
Lunar eclipse, partialgreatest eclipse 00:47, magnitude 0.038
PhasesPenumbral eclipse begins 22:43 (02.02)
Partial eclipse begins 00:26
Partial eclipse ends 01:09
Penumbral eclipse ends 02:52
Visibilityfully visible: 00:26–01:09, maximum eclipse here 00:47, magnitude 0.038

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrise

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:20–21:19 Yamaghanta 18:12–08:18 (04.02)

Anandadi: Vajra 08:20–18:12 Anandadi: Mudgara 18:12–08:18 (04.02)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 12:51–23:32
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

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 Kalam16:46–18:12

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:01–17:07
Yamaganda12:43–13:49
Gulika Kalam14:55–16:01
Dur Muhurta15:56–16:32
Varjyam08:11–09:36, 04:52–06:18 (04.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime

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

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

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Makara 08:20, Kumbha 08:45, Mina 09:29, Mesha 10:10, Vrishabha 11:04, Mithuna 12:36, Karka 15:03

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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

+1 Yoga Saubhagya 08:20–23:28+1 Auspicious tithi 08:20–21:19−1 Anandadi: Vajra 08:20–18:12−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:20–18:12−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:20–21:19

Panchanga at sunrise 08:20

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Shobhana, Auspicious weekday; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 08:18

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 17:56 more
NakshatraMagha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 15:33 more
Gandamula
YogaShobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 19:29 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 17:56 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 15:33nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 17:56tithi Krishna-tritya
from 17:56karana Vanija
from 19:29yoga Atiganda
from 04:16 (05.02)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:38
Sunrise08:18
Noon12:43
Sunset17:09
End of twilight17:49
Moonrise19:41
Moonset08:49
Day length8 h 51 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 15:33

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 (08:18–15:33) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (15:33–17:09) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:18–17:56

Anandadi: Dhwaja 15:33–08:16 (05.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:18–15:33

  • Bhadra on earth: 04:16–14:38 (05.02); Bhadra Puchha 11:00–12:02 (05.02); Bhadra Mukha 12:02–13:46 (05.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:16–07:17
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:12–14:47
Godhuli17:09–17:39
Pradosha17:09–20:10
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (05.02)
Amrita Kalam13:25–14:51, 07:15–08:41 (05.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:24–10:31
Yamaganda11:37–12:43
Gulika Kalam13:50–14:56
Dur Muhurta13:01–13:36, 14:47–15:23
Varjyam22:42–00:07 (05.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:18–08:42, 09:25–10:06, 11:00–17:09

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 08:18–08:42, 09:25–10:06, 11:00–17:09
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:18–08:42, 09:25–10:06, 11:00–17:09
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Magha until 15:33, Purva-Phalguni from 15:33; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Makara 08:18, Kumbha 08:42, Mina 09:25, Mesha 10:06, Vrishabha 11:00, Mithuna 12:32, Karka 14:59

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 15:33) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 15:33) — ill health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • 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 = −2

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

+1 Yoga Shobhana 08:18–19:29+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:18–17:560 Anandadi: Dhwaja 15:33–08:16 (05.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:18–15:33−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:18–15:33−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:18–17:56

Panchanga at sunrise 08:18

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsAngaraki Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)

At sunrise 08:16

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 14:38 more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 12:58 more
YogaAtiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 15:33 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:38 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 12:58nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 14:38tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 14:38karana Bava
from 15:33yoga Sukarma
from 01:02 (06.02)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:36
Sunrise08:16
Noon12:43
Sunset17:11
End of twilight17:51
Moonrise21:18
Moonset08:57
Day length8 h 55 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:58from 14:38

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (08:16–12:58) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (12:58–17:11) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:16–14:38: 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, 21:18
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:16–14:38

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 12:58–14:38

Anandadi: Prajapati 12:58–08:14 (06.02) Anandadi: Dhumra 08:16–12:58

  • Bhadra on earth: 04:16–14:38; Bhadra Puchha 11:00–12:02; Bhadra Mukha 12:02–13:46

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:15–07:15
Abhijit Muhurta12:26–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:13–14:48
Godhuli17:11–17:41
Pradosha17:11–20:12
Nishitha00:12–01:13 (06.02)
Amrita Kalam07:15–08:41, 04:06–05:32 (06.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:57–16:04
Yamaganda10:30–11:37
Gulika Kalam12:43–13:50
Dur Muhurta10:03–10:39, 23:12–00:12 (06.02)
Varjyam19:27–20:53

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 08:16–08:38, 09:21–10:02, 10:56–17:11

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 12:58, Uttara-Phalguni from 12:58; tithi Krishna-tritya until 14:38, Krishna-chaturti from 14:38; lagna Makara 08:16, Kumbha 08:38, Mina 09:21, Mesha 10:02, Vrishabha 10:56, Mithuna 12:28, Karka 14:55

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 12:58) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 12:58) — destruction of all diseases; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 14:38–17:11: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 08:16–14:38: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

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: Bhadra on earth

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:16–14:38+1 Auspicious tithi 08:16–14:380 Anandadi: Prajapati 12:58–08:14 (06.02)0 Auspicious nakshatra 12:58–08:14 (06.02)0 Yoga Sukarma 15:33–08:14 (06.02)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 12:58–14:38 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Rikta tithi 14:38–08:14 (06.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 08:16–12:58−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:16–12:58−3 Bhadra on earth 08:16–14:38

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 08:16

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana; auspicious time — after 11:31
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 08:14

Tithi4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 11:31 more
NakshatraUttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 10:35 more
YogaSukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 11:47 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 11:31 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 10:35nakshatra Hasta
from 11:31tithi Krishna-panchami
from 11:31karana Kaulava
from 11:47yoga Dhriti
from 22:05karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:34
Sunrise08:14
Noon12:43
Sunset17:13
End of twilight17:53
Moonrise22:53
Moonset09:05
Day length8 h 59 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 10:35from 11:31

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 (08:14–10:35) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (10:35–17:13) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:35–08:12 (07.02)

Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:14–10:35 Anandadi: Ananda 10:35–08:12 (07.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:13–07:14
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:13–14:49
Godhuli17:13–17:43
Pradosha17:13–20:13
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (07.02)
Amrita Kalam03:02–04:30 (07.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:44–13:51
Yamaganda09:21–10:29
Gulika Kalam11:36–12:44
Dur Muhurta12:26–13:02
Varjyam18:15–19:43

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:31–17:13

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 11:31–17:13
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 11:31–17:13
Bathing, washing hairgood 11:31–17:13

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 10:35, Hasta from 10:35; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 11:31, Krishna-panchami from 11:31; lagna Makara 08:14, Kumbha 08:34, Mina 09:17, Mesha 09:59, Vrishabha 10:53, Mithuna 12:24, Karka 14:52

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 10:35) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 10:35) — imparting radiance (to the person); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 08:14–11:31: 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 Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

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 11:31

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:35–08:12 (07.02)+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 08:14–10:35+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:14–10:35+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:14–11:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 11:31–08:12 (07.02)−2 Rikta tithi 08:14–11:31

Panchanga at sunrise 08:14

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 08:12

Tithi5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 08:45 more
NakshatraHasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 08:31 more
YogaDhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 08:19 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 08:45 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 08:19yoga Shula
from 08:31nakshatra Chitra
from 08:45tithi Krishna-shashti (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 08:45karana Gara
from 19:32karana Vanija
from 05:11 (08.02)yoga Ganda
from 06:25 (08.02)tithi Krishna-saptami
from 06:25 (08.02)karana Vishti
from 06:54 (08.02)nakshatra Swati

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:32
Sunrise08:12
Noon12:43
Sunset17:15
End of twilight17:55
Moonrisenone
Moonset09:13
Day length9 h 03 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:31from 08:45

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 (08:12–08:31) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (08:31–17:15) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:12–08:45 Ravi Yoga 06:54–08:10 (08.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:45–06:25 (08.02)

Anandadi: Chara 08:31–06:54 (08.02) Anandadi: Sthira 06:54–08:10 (08.02) Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:12–08:31

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:25–17:27 (08.02); Bhadra Puchha 10:52–11:58 (08.02); Bhadra Mukha 11:58–13:49 (08.02)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 08:24–09:07

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:12–07:12
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:14–14:50
Godhuli17:15–17:45
Pradosha17:15–20:14
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (08.02)
Amrita Kalam00:56–02:25 (08.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:52–15:00
Yamaganda08:12–09:20
Gulika Kalam10:28–11:36
Dur Muhurta11:13–11:49, 14:50–15:27
Varjyam15:59–17:28

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:12–08:30

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 08:12–08:30
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 08:12–08:30
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:12–08:30, 09:13–09:55, 10:49–17:15

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Hasta until 08:31, Chitra from 08:31; tithi Krishna-panchami until 08:45, Krishna-shashti from 08:45; lagna Makara 08:12, Kumbha 08:30, Mina 09:13, Mesha 09:55, Vrishabha 10:49, Mithuna 12:20, Karka 14:48

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 08:31) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 08:31) — improvement of well-being; 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +1

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

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:31–06:54 (08.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:12–08:31+1 Yoga Dhriti 08:12–08:19+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:12–08:450 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:12–08:450 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:12–08:310 Yoga Shula 08:19–10:03−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:45–06:25 (08.02)−2 Kshaya tithi

Panchanga at sunrise 08:12

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 08:10

Tithi7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 04:37 (09.02) more
NakshatraSwati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 05:47 (09.02) more
YogaGanda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 02:29 (09.02) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 17:27 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 17:27karana Bava
from 02:29 (09.02)yoga Vriddhi
from 04:37 (09.02)tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 04:37 (09.02)karana Balava
from 05:47 (09.02)nakshatra Vishakha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:30
Sunrise08:10
Noon12:43
Sunset17:18
End of twilight17:57
Moonrise00:28
Moonset09:24
Day length9 h 07 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 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, Swati (08:10–17:18) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:10–17:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:10–05:47 (09.02)

Krakacha Yoga 08:10–04:37 (09.02) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:10–04:37 (09.02) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:37–08:08 (09.02)

Anandadi: Matanga 05:47–08:08 (09.02) Anandadi: Gada 08:10–05:47 (09.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:25–17:27; Bhadra Puchha 10:52–11:58; Bhadra Mukha 11:58–13:49

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:10–07:10
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:15–14:52
Godhuli17:18–17:47
Pradosha17:18–20:16
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (09.02)
Amrita Kalam21:24–22:55

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:35–12:44
Yamaganda15:01–16:09
Gulika Kalam09:18–10:27
Dur Muhurta09:59–10:36, 13:02–13:38
Varjyam12:14–13:46

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:10–08:26, 09:09–09:51, 10:45–17:18

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 08:10–08:26, 09:09–09:51, 10:45–17:18
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 08:10–08:26, 09:09–09:51, 10:45–17:18
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:10–08:26, 09:09–09:51, 10:45–17:18

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Makara 08:10, Kumbha 08:26, Mina 09:09, Mesha 09:51, Vrishabha 10:45, Mithuna 12:16, Karka 14:44

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

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 Ravi Yoga 08:10–05:47 (09.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:10–05:47 (09.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:10–04:37 (09.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:10–05:47 (09.02)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:10–17:27−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:10–04:37 (09.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:10

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shubha, Yoga Vriddhi; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Ashtami
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsKalashtami

At sunrise 08:08

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 03:24 (10.02) more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 05:15 (10.02) more
YogaVriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 00:15 (10.02) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 15:56 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 15:56karana Kaulava
from 00:15 (10.02)yoga Dhruva
from 03:24 (10.02)tithi Krishna-navami
from 03:24 (10.02)karana Taitila
from 05:15 (10.02)nakshatra Anuradha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:28
Sunrise08:08
Noon12:43
Sunset17:20
End of twilight17:59
Moonrise02:02
Moonset09:38
Day length9 h 12 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrise

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (08:08–17:20) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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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, 17:20–20:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:24–08:05 (10.02)

Anandadi: Shubha 08:08–05:15 (10.02) Anandadi: Amrita 05:15–08:05 (10.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:09–07:08
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:16–14:53
Godhuli17:20–17:49
Pradosha17:20–20:17
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (10.02)
Amrita Kalam20:39–22:13

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:26–11:35
Yamaganda13:53–15:02
Gulika Kalam08:08–09:17
Dur Muhurta08:08–08:44, 08:44–09:21
Varjyam11:16–12:50

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 hairbad throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Makara 08:08, Kumbha 08:22, Mina 09:06, Mesha 09:47, Vrishabha 10:41, Mithuna 12:12, Karka 14:40

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

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 08:08–17:20: 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).

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: Shubha 08:08–05:15 (10.02)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 08:08–00:15 (10.02)−1 Ashtami 08:08–03:24 (10.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)

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

SummaryUnfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Rikta tithi
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 08:05

Tithi9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 02:46 (11.02) more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 05:19 (11.02) more
YogaDhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 22:28 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 15:00 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 15:00karana Gara
from 22:28yoga Vyaghata
from 02:46 (11.02)tithi Krishna-dashami
from 02:46 (11.02)karana Vanija
from 05:19 (11.02)nakshatra Jyestha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:26
Sunrise08:05
Noon12:43
Sunset17:22
End of twilight18:01
Moonrise03:35
Moonset09:59
Day length9 h 16 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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, Anuradha (08:05–17:22) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Mrityu 08:05–05:19 (11.02) Anandadi: Kana 05:19–08:03 (11.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:07–07:06
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:16–14:54
Godhuli17:22–17:51
Pradosha17:22–20:18
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (11.02)
Amrita Kalam18:53–20:29

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:12–17:22
Yamaganda12:44–13:53
Gulika Kalam15:03–16:12
Dur Muhurta16:08–16:45
Varjyam09:16–10:52

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 09:02–09:43, 10:37–17:22

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Makara 08:05, Kumbha 08:18, Mina 09:02, Mesha 09:43, Vrishabha 10:37, Mithuna 12:08, Karka 14:36

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

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

  • Krishna-navami 08:05–17:22: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • 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 = −3

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 08:05–05:19 (11.02)+1 Yoga Dhruva 08:05–22:28−2 Rikta tithi 08:05–02:46 (11.02)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:05–05:19 (11.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:05

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 08:03

Tithi10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 02:45 (12.02) more
NakshatraJyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 05:57 (12.02) more
Gandamula
YogaVyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 21:10 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 14:41 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 14:41karana Vishti
from 21:10yoga Harshana
from 02:45 (12.02)tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 02:45 (12.02)karana Bava
from 05:57 (12.02)nakshatra Mula

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:24
Sunrise08:03
Noon12:43
Sunset17:24
End of twilight18:03
Moonrise04:58
Moonset10:33
Day length9 h 20 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 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 (08:03–17:24) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:41–17:24: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:45–08:01 (12.02) Krakacha Yoga 02:45–08:01 (12.02)

Anandadi: Padma 08:03–05:57 (12.02) Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:57–08:01 (12.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 14:41–02:45 (12.02); Bhadra Puchha 16:33–17:45; Bhadra Mukha 17:45–19:45
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 23:44–12:11 (12.02)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 02:21–03:09 (12.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:06–07:05
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:17–14:55
Godhuli17:24–17:53
Pradosha17:24–20:20
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (12.02)
Amrita Kalam20:55–22:33

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:13–10:24
Yamaganda11:34–12:44
Gulika Kalam13:54–15:04
Dur Muhurta13:02–13:40, 14:55–15:32
Varjyam11:03–12:42

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:58–09:39, 10:33–17:24

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 08:58–09:39, 10:33–17:24
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:58–09:39, 10:33–17:24
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Makara 08:03, Kumbha 08:14, Mina 08:58, Mesha 09:39, Vrishabha 10:33, Mithuna 12:04, Karka 14:32

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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 = 0

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

+1 Anandadi: Padma 08:03–05:57 (12.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 14:41–02:45 (12.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:03–05:57 (12.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:03

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsVijaya Ekadashi

At sunrise 08:01

Tithi11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 03:17 (13.02) more
NakshatraMula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 07:07 (13.02) more
Gandamula
YogaHarshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 20:19 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 14:57 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 14:57karana Balava
from 20:19yoga Vajra
from 03:17 (13.02)tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 03:17 (13.02)karana Kaulava
from 07:07 (13.02)nakshatra Purva-Ashadha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:22
Sunrise08:01
Noon12:43
Sunset17:26
End of twilight18:05
Moonrise06:04
Moonset11:25
Day length9 h 25 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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 (08:01–17:26) is good for sowing, 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 02:45–03:17 (13.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 09:33–09:53 (13.02)

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:01–03:17 (13.02)

Anandadi: Chhatra 08:01–07:07 (13.02) Anandadi: Mitra 07:07–07:59 (13.02)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 23:44 (11.02)–12:11
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:04–07:03
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:18–14:56
Godhuli17:26–17:55
Pradosha17:26–20:21
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (13.02)
Amrita Kalam00:24–02:05 (13.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:05–16:16
Yamaganda10:22–11:33
Gulika Kalam12:44–13:54
Dur Muhurta09:54–10:32, 23:15–00:14 (13.02)
Varjyam05:27–07:07 (13.02)

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 08:54–09:35, 10:29–17:26

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-ekadashi; lagna Makara 08:01, Kumbha 08:10, Mina 08:54, Mesha 09:35, Vrishabha 10:29, Mithuna 12:00, Karka 14:28

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

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 = −3

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

+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 08:01–07:07 (13.02)+1 Yoga Harshana 08:01–20:19−1 Gandanta 08:01–12:11−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:01–07:07 (13.02)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:01–03:17 (13.02)

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 08:01

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsKumbha Sankranti

At sunrise 07:59

Tithi12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 04:21 (14.02) more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 08:48 (14.02) more
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 19:52 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 15:45 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 15:45karana Taitila
from 19:52yoga Siddhi
from 04:21 (14.02)tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 04:21 (14.02)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:20
Sunrise07:59
Noon12:43
Sunset17:29
End of twilight18:07
Moonrise06:49
Moonset12:34
Day length9 h 29 min

Sky

Kumbha Sankranti19:27 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)

Gardener’s calendar

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

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 (07:59–17:29) is good for root crops.

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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, 13:03–17:29
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–04:21 (14.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:21–07:57 (14.02)

Anandadi: Shrivatsa all day

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-dvadashi

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:03–07:01
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:19–14:57
Godhuli17:29–17:57
Pradosha17:29–20:22
Nishitha00:14–01:12 (14.02)
Amrita Kalam03:40–05:22 (14.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:44–13:55
Yamaganda09:10–10:21
Gulika Kalam11:33–12:44
Dur Muhurta12:25–13:03
Varjyam17:23–19:06

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 hairgood 08:50–09:31, 10:25–17:23

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-dvadashi; lagna Makara 07:59, Kumbha 08:06, Mina 08:50, Mesha 09:31, Vrishabha 10:25, Mithuna 11:56, Karka 14:24, Simha 17:23

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:

  • Sankranti at 19:27 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (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 = +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: Sankranti day

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–04:21 (14.02)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa all day+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Sankranti day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:59–04:21 (14.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:59

SummaryFavourable day — Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Saumya; auspicious time — after 08:48
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsPradosha Vrat

At sunrise 07:57

Tithi13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 05:53 (15.02) more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 08:48 more
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 19:47 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 17:04 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:48nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 17:04karana Vanija
from 19:47yoga Vyatipata
from 05:53 (15.02)tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 05:53 (15.02)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:18
Sunrise07:57
Noon12:43
Sunset17:31
End of twilight18:09
Moonrise07:16
Moonset13:54
Day length9 h 33 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 08:48

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-Ashadha (07:57–08:48) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (08:48–17:31) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Pradosha Vrat · Shiva

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

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:31–20:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:53–07:54 (15.02)

Anandadi: Prajapati 07:57–08:48 Anandadi: Saumya 08:48–04:20 (15.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:20–07:54 (15.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:53–18:48 (15.02); Bhadra Mukha 05:53–08:02 (15.02); Bhadra Puchha 17:33–18:50 (15.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:01–06:59
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:19–14:58
Godhuli17:31–17:59
Pradosha17:31–20:23
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (15.02)
Amrita Kalam03:56–05:41 (15.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:55–15:07
Yamaganda07:57–09:08
Gulika Kalam10:20–11:32
Dur Muhurta11:08–11:46, 14:58–15:36
Varjyam17:30–19:14

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:46–17:31

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 08:46–17:31
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:46–17:31
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:46–09:27, 10:21–17:19

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 08:48, Uttara-Ashadha from 08:48; tithi Krishna-trayodashi; lagna Makara 07:57, Kumbha 08:02, Mina 08:46, Mesha 09:27, Vrishabha 10:21, Mithuna 11:52, Karka 14:20, Simha 17:19

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 08:48) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 08:48) — improved health; Thursday — success.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 08:48

+2 Yoga Siddhi 07:57–19:47+1 Anandadi: Saumya 08:48–04:20 (15.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:48–07:54 (15.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:57–08:48

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

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsMaha Shivaratri

At sunrise 07:54

Tithi14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 07:48 (16.02) more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 10:54 more
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 20:02 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 18:48 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 10:54nakshatra Shravana
from 18:48karana Shakuni
from 20:02yoga Variyana
from 07:48 (16.02)tithi Amavasya
from 07:48 (16.02)karana Chatushpada

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:16
Sunrise07:54
Noon12:43
Sunset17:33
End of twilight18:11
Moonrise07:34
Moonset15:16
Day length9 h 38 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 10:54

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (07:54–10:54) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (10:54–17:33) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:54–17:33: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 07:54–17:33: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Maha Shivaratri · Shiva

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

Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:14–01:11 (16.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:54–07:52 (16.02)

Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:54–12:39 Anandadi: Dhumra 12:39–07:52 (16.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:53–18:48; Bhadra Mukha 05:53–08:02; Bhadra Puchha 17:33–18:50

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:59–06:57
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:20–14:59
Godhuli17:33–18:02
Pradosha17:33–20:25
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (16.02)
Amrita Kalam01:54–03:40 (16.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:31–12:44
Yamaganda15:08–16:21
Gulika Kalam09:07–10:19
Dur Muhurta09:50–10:29, 13:03–13:42
Varjyam15:19–17:05

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 10:54, Shravana from 10:54; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi; lagna Makara 07:54, Kumbha 07:58, Mina 08:42, Mesha 09:23, Vrishabha 10:17, Mithuna 11:48, Karka 14:16, Simha 17:15

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 10:54) — improved health; Shravana (from 10:54) — 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 07:54–17:33: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Vyatipata 07:54–17:33: 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).
  • 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 = −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.

Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi, Vyatipata

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:54–07:52 (16.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:54–10:54+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:54–12:39−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:54–18:48−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:54–07:48 (16.02)−3 Vyatipata 07:54–20:02

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 07:54

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Tryahasparsha
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsShani Amavasya · Magha Amavasya

At sunrise 07:52

Tithi30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 10:03 (17.02) more
the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha)
NakshatraShravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 13:22 more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 20:33 more
KaranaChatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 20:53 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 13:22nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 20:33yoga Parigha
from 20:53karana Naga

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:14
Sunrise07:52
Noon12:43
Sunset17:35
End of twilight18:14
Moonrise07:45
Moonset16:37
Day length9 h 42 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 13:22

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (07:52–13:22) is good for sowing.
  • Chatushpada 07:52–17:35: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

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 07:48–10:03 (17.02)
the tithi spans two sunrises — the first day is chosen by rule

Magha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)

The new moon — a day of ancestor rites: tarpana, shraddha and charity.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:48–10:03 (17.02)
the tithi spans two sunrises — the first day is chosen by rule

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:52–13:22

Anandadi: Sthira 07:52–13:22 Anandadi: Vardhamana 13:22–07:50 (17.02)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 02:43 (17.02)–04:17 (22.02)

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 Kalam04:32–06:19 (17.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:18–11:31
Yamaganda13:56–15:09
Gulika Kalam07:52–09:05
Dur Muhurta07:52–08:31, 08:31–09:10
Varjyam17:50–19:37

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 08:38–09:19, 10:13–17:11

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shravana until 13:22, Dhanishtha from 13:22; tithi Amavasya; lagna Makara 07:52, Kumbha 07:54, Mina 08:38, Mesha 09:19, Vrishabha 10:13, Mithuna 11:44, Karka 14:12, Simha 17:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 13:22) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 13:22) — 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 07:52–17:35: 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).

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: Amavasya

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:52–13:22+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:52–13:22+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:52–13:22+1 Yoga Variyana 07:52–20:33−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Tryahasparsha−3 Amavasya all day

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:52

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsSolar eclipse, annular (not visible here)

At sunrise 07:50

Tithi30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 10:03 more
vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 16:08 more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 21:17 more
KaranaNaga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 10:03 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 10:03tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 10:03karana Kimstughna
from 16:08nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 21:17yoga Shiva
from 23:17karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:12
Sunrise07:50
Noon12:43
Sunset17:37
End of twilight18:16
Moonrise07:54
Moonset17:55
Day length9 h 47 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)10:03
Solar eclipse, annulargreatest eclipse 09:59, magnitude 0.926
Visibilitynot visible here (outside the eclipse zone)

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:03from 16:08

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 (16:08–17:37) is good for sowing.
  • Naga 07:50–10:03: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Kimstughna 10:03–17:37: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:03–07:48 (18.02)

Anandadi: Matanga 07:50–16:08 Anandadi: Rakshasa 16:08–07:48 (18.02)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 02:43–04:17 (22.02)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 09:37–10:30

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:56–06:53
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:21–15:01
Godhuli17:37–18:06
Pradosha17:37–20:27
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (18.02)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:24–17:37
Yamaganda12:44–13:57
Gulika Kalam15:10–16:24
Dur Muhurta16:19–16:58
Varjyam00:14–02:02 (18.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:09–17:07

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 10:09–17:07
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 10:09–17:07
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:34–09:15, 10:09–17:07

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 16:08, Shatabhisha from 16:08; tithi Amavasya until 10:03, Shukla-pratipat from 10:03; lagna Makara 07:50, Kumbha 07:50, Mina 08:34, Mesha 09:15, Vrishabha 10:09, Mithuna 11:41, Karka 14:08, Simha 17:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 16:08) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 16:08) — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Amavasya 07:50–10:03: 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).

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.

Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya

+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:50–16:08+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:50–16:080 Yoga Parigha 07:50–08:550 Anandadi: Rakshasa 16:08–07:48 (18.02)−1 Eclipse (not visible here)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:03–07:48 (18.02)−3 Amavasya 07:50–10:03

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 07:50

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsChandra Darshan

At sunrise 07:48

Tithi1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 12:33 more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 19:07 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 22:10 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 12:33 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 12:33tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 12:33karana Balava
from 19:07nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 22:10yoga Siddha
from 01:52 (19.02)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:09
Sunrise07:48
Noon12:43
Sunset17:39
End of twilight18:18
Moonrise08:00
Moonset19:10
Day length9 h 51 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 12:33

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 (07:48–17:39) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)

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

Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 17:39–19:10
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:39–19:10

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:33–07:45 (19.02)

Anandadi: Amrita 07:48–19:07 Anandadi: Musala 19:07–07:45 (19.02)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 02:43 (17.02)–04:17 (22.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:54–06:51
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:22–15:02
Godhuli17:39–18:08
Pradosha17:39–20:29
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (19.02)
Amrita Kalam11:01–12:49

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:02–10:16
Yamaganda11:30–12:43
Gulika Kalam13:57–15:11
Dur Muhurta13:03–13:43, 15:02–15:41
Varjyam02:21–04:09 (19.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:33–17:03

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 12:33–17:03
Cutting fingernailsgood 12:33–17:03
Cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairgood 12:33–17:03

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 12:33, Shukla-dvitya from 12:33; lagna Kumbha 07:48, Mina 08:30, Mesha 09:11, Vrishabha 10:05, Mithuna 11:37, Karka 14:04, Simha 17:03

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 07:48–19:07+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:48–19:07+1 Yoga Shiva 07:48–22:10+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 12:33–07:45 (19.02)−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:33–07:45 (19.02)

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 07:48

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 07:45

Tithi2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 15:12 more
NakshatraPurva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 22:13 more
YogaSiddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 23:08 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 15:12 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 15:12tithi Shukla-tritya
from 15:12karana Taitila
from 22:13nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 23:08yoga Sadhya
from 04:32 (20.02)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:07
Sunrise07:45
Noon12:43
Sunset17:42
End of twilight18:20
Moonrise08:06
Moonset20:25
Day length9 h 56 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 15:12

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (07:45–17:42) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 07:45–15:12 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:12–07:43 (20.02) Ravi Yoga 22:13–07:43 (20.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:13–07:43 (20.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 22:13–07:43 (20.02)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 22:13–07:43 (20.02)

Anandadi: Siddhi 22:13–07:43 (20.02) Anandadi: Kana 07:45–22:13

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 02:43 (17.02)–04:17 (22.02)

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 Muhurta05:52–06:49
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 Kalam13:11–14:59

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:12–16:27
Yamaganda10:14–11:29
Gulika Kalam12:43–13:58
Dur Muhurta09:45–10:24, 23:18–00:14 (20.02)
Varjyamnone on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:26–09:07, 10:01–16:59

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 08:26–09:07, 10:01–16:59
Cutting fingernailsaverage 08:26–09:07, 10:01–16:59
Cutting toenailsaverage 15:12–16:59
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:26–09:07, 10:01–16:59

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 15:12, Shukla-tritya from 15:12; lagna Kumbha 07:45, Mina 08:26, Mesha 09:07, Vrishabha 10:01, Mithuna 11:33, Karka 14:00, Simha 16:59

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

+2 Yoga Siddha 07:45–23:08+1 Auspicious tithi 07:45–15:120 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:12–07:43 (20.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:45–15:12−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:45–22:13−3 Anandadi: Kana 07:45–22:13

Panchanga at sunrise 07:45

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 07:43

Tithi3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 17:53 more
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 01:19 (21.02) more
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 00:06 (21.02) more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 17:53 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 17:53tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 17:53karana Vanija
from 00:06 (21.02)yoga Shubha
from 01:19 (21.02)nakshatra Revati
from 07:11 (21.02)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:05
Sunrise07:43
Noon12:43
Sunset17:44
End of twilight18:22
Moonrise08:11
Moonset21:39
Day length10 h 00 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 9, average — 4, bad — 0

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

taskat sunrise

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (07:43–17:44) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:43–09:51 Ravi Yoga 01:19–07:41 (21.02)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:43–17:53 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:43–17:53 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:43–17:53

Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:43–01:19 (21.02) Anandadi: Utpata 01:19–07:41 (21.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 07:11–20:27 (21.02); Bhadra Mukha 07:10–09:23 (21.02); Bhadra Puchha 19:08–20:27 (21.02)
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 02:43 (17.02)–04:17 (22.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:51–06:47
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:23–15:04
Godhuli17:44–18:12
Pradosha17:44–20:31
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (21.02)
Amrita Kalam19:54–21:42

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:43–13:58
Yamaganda08:58–10:13
Gulika Kalam11:28–12:43
Dur Muhurta12:23–13:03
Varjyam09:03–10:52

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:22–09:03, 09:58–16:55

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 08:22–09:03, 09:58–16:55
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 08:22–09:03, 09:58–16:55
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:22–09:03, 09:58–16:55

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Kumbha 07:43, Mina 08:22, Mesha 09:03, Vrishabha 09:58, Mithuna 11:29, Karka 13:56, Simha 16:55

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

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 Ravi Yoga 07:43–09:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:43–01:19 (21.02)+1 Yoga Sadhya 07:43–00:06 (21.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:43–17:53−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:43–01:19 (21.02)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:43–17:53−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:43–17:53−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:43–17:53

Panchanga at sunrise 07:43

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsVinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 07:41

Tithi4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 20:27 more
NakshatraRevati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 04:17 (22.02) more
Gandamula
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 00:58 (22.02) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 20:27 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 20:27tithi Shukla-panchami
from 20:27karana Bava
from 00:58 (22.02)yoga Shukla
from 04:17 (22.02)nakshatra Ashwini

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:03
Sunrise07:41
Noon12:43
Sunset17:46
End of twilight18:24
Moonrise08:17
Moonset22:55
Day length10 h 05 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4

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

taskat sunrise

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (07:41–17:46) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:41–17:46: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha

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

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:43–13:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:41–04:17 (22.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:27–07:38 (22.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:41–20:27

Anandadi: Mitra 07:41–04:17 (22.02) Anandadi: Manasa 04:17–07:38 (22.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 07:11–20:27; Bhadra Mukha 07:10–09:23; Bhadra Puchha 19:08–20:27
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 02:43 (17.02)–04:17 (22.02)
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:33–10:59 (22.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-chaturti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:49–06:45
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:24–15:04
Godhuli17:46–18:14
Pradosha17:46–20:32
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (22.02)
Amrita Kalam01:35–03:23 (22.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:59–15:15
Yamaganda07:41–08:56
Gulika Kalam10:12–11:28
Dur Muhurta11:02–11:43, 15:04–15:45
Varjyam14:48–16:36

Haircut and shaving

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

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

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

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Kumbha 07:41, Mina 08:18, Mesha 09:00, Vrishabha 09:54, Mithuna 11:25, Karka 13:53, Simha 16:51

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

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 07:41–17:46: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 07:41–17:46: 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +3

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

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Yoga Shubha 07:41–00:58 (22.02)+2 Ravi Yoga 07:41–04:17 (22.02)+1 Anandadi: Mitra 07:41–04:17 (22.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:41–04:17 (22.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:41–20:27 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka 07:41–04:17 (22.02)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:41–20:27−2 Rikta tithi 07:41–20:27−3 Bhadra on earth 07:41–20:27

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 07:41

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 10:59
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 07:38

Tithi5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 22:46 more
NakshatraAshwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 06:57 (23.02) more
Gandamula
YogaShukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 01:37 (23.02) more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 09:39 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 09:39karana Balava
from 22:46tithi Shukla-shashti
from 22:46karana Kaulava
from 01:37 (23.02)yoga Brahma
from 06:57 (23.02)nakshatra Bharani

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:00
Sunrise07:38
Noon12:43
Sunset17:48
End of twilight18:26
Moonrise08:24
Moonsetnone
Day length10 h 09 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 sunrise

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:38–06:57 (23.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:46–07:36 (23.02) Ravi Yoga 06:57–07:36 (23.02)

Anandadi: Vajra 07:38–06:57 (23.02) Anandadi: Mudgara 06:57–07:36 (23.02)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:33 (21.02)–10:59
  • Gandanta (tithi): 22:20–23:12
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:47–06:43
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:25–15:05
Godhuli17:48–18:16
Pradosha17:48–20:34
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (23.02)
Amrita Kalam22:57–00:44 (23.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:27–12:43
Yamaganda15:16–16:32
Gulika Kalam08:54–10:11
Dur Muhurta09:40–10:21, 13:03–13:44
Varjyam02:30–04:17 (23.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:14–08:56, 09:50–16:47

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 08:14–08:56, 09:50–16:47
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 08:14–08:56, 09:50–16:47
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:14–08:56, 09:50–16:47

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Kumbha 07:38, Mina 08:14, Mesha 08:56, Vrishabha 09:50, Mithuna 11:21, Karka 13:49, Simha 16:47

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; 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 = +5

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

Auspicious time begins after 10:59

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:38–06:57 (23.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:38–06:57 (23.02)+1 Yoga Shukla 07:38–01:37 (23.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:38–22:46−1 Anandadi: Vajra 07:38–06:57 (23.02)−1 Gandanta 07:38–10:59

Panchanga at sunrise 07:38

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Ravi Yoga; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
FestivalsSkanda Shashti

At sunrise 07:36

Tithi6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 00:40 (24.02) more
NakshatraBharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 09:10 (24.02) more
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 01:57 (24.02) more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 11:47 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 11:47karana Taitila
from 00:40 (24.02)tithi Shukla-saptami
from 00:40 (24.02)karana Gara
from 01:57 (24.02)yoga Indra

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:58
Sunrise07:36
Noon12:42
Sunset17:50
End of twilight18:28
Moonrise08:34
Moonset00:13
Day length10 h 14 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 2, 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, Bharani (07:36–17:50) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 22:46 (22.02)–00:40 (24.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Krakacha Yoga 07:36–00:40 (24.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:40–07:33 (24.02)

Anandadi: Dhwanksha all day

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:45–06:41
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:25–15:06
Godhuli17:50–18:18
Pradosha17:50–20:35
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (24.02)
Amrita Kalam03:56–05:41 (24.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:09–11:26
Yamaganda14:00–15:17
Gulika Kalam07:36–08:53
Dur Muhurta07:36–08:17, 08:17–08:58
Varjyam17:26–19:11

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 Bharani; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Kumbha 07:36, Mina 08:11, Mesha 08:52, Vrishabha 09:46, Mithuna 11:17, Karka 13:45, Simha 16:43

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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 Brahma 07:36–01:57 (24.02)+2 Ravi Yoga all day−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha all day−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−3 Krakacha Yoga 07:36–00:40 (24.02)

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 07:36

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Indra, Auspicious tithi; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more

At sunrise 07:33

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 01:59 (25.02) more
NakshatraBharani, pada 4 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 09:10 more
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 01:50 (25.02) more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 13:24 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 09:10nakshatra Krittika
from 13:24karana Vanija
from 01:50 (25.02)yoga Vaidhriti
from 01:59 (25.02)tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 01:59 (25.02)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:56
Sunrise07:33
Noon12:42
Sunset17:52
End of twilight18:30
Moonrise08:48
Moonset01:34
Day length10 h 18 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:10

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (07:33–09:10) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (09:10–17:52) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:33–09:10 Tripushkar Yoga 09:10–01:59 (25.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:33–09:10 Samvartaka Yoga 07:33–01:59 (25.02) Jwalamukhi Yoga 01:59–07:31 (25.02)

Anandadi: Kaladanda 07:33–09:10 Anandadi: Dhumra 09:10–07:31 (25.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 01:59–14:23 (25.02); Bhadra Puchha 03:50–05:04 (25.02); Bhadra Mukha 05:04–07:07 (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 Muhurta12:22–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:26–15:07
Godhuli17:52–18:20
Pradosha17:52–20:36
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (25.02)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:35–17:52
Yamaganda12:43–14:00
Gulika Kalam15:18–16:35
Dur Muhurta16:30–17:11
Varjyam21:59–23:42

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:07–08:48, 09:42–16:39

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 08:07–08:48, 09:42–16:39
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:07–08:48, 09:42–16:39
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:07–08:48, 09:42–16:39

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Bharani until 09:10, Krittika from 09:10; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Kumbha 07:33, Mina 08:07, Mesha 08:48, Vrishabha 09:42, Mithuna 11:13, Karka 13:41, Simha 16:39

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 09:10) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 09:10) — consumption (a wasting disease); Sunday — physical well-being.

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

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 Indra 07:33–01:50 (25.02)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:33–01:59 (25.02)0 Ravi Yoga 07:33–09:100 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:33–09:10 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 09:10–01:59 (25.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 09:10–07:31 (25.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:33–09:10−3 Samvartaka Yoga 07:33–01:59 (25.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:33

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
PeriodHolashtak
FestivalsMasik Durgashtami

At sunrise 07:31

Tithi8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 02:36 (26.02) more
NakshatraKrittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 10:48 more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 01:12 (26.02) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:23 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 10:48nakshatra Rohini
from 14:23karana Bava
from 01:12 (26.02)yoga Vishkambha
from 02:36 (26.02)tithi Shukla-navami
from 02:36 (26.02)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:53
Sunrise07:31
Noon12:42
Sunset17:54
End of twilight18:32
Moonrise09:11
Moonset02:55
Day length10 h 23 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 10:48

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, Krittika (07:31–10:48) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (10:48–17:54) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:31–14:23: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Masik Durgashtami · Durga

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:59–02:36 (26.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Holashtak

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:48–07:28 (26.02)

Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:31–10:48 Jwalamukhi Yoga 02:36–07:28 (26.02)

Anandadi: Sthira 07:31–10:48 Anandadi: Vardhamana 10:48–07:28 (26.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 01:59–14:23; Bhadra Puchha 03:50–05:04; Bhadra Mukha 05:04–07:07

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:42–06:36
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:27–15:08
Godhuli17:54–18:22
Pradosha17:54–20:37
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (26.02)
Amrita Kalam08:14–09:57

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:49–10:07
Yamaganda11:25–12:43
Gulika Kalam14:01–15:19
Dur Muhurta13:03–13:45, 15:08–15:50
Varjyam03:25–05:05 (26.02)

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 hairgood 10:48–16:35

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Krittika until 10:48, Rohini from 10:48; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Kumbha 07:31, Mina 08:03, Mesha 08:44, Vrishabha 09:38, Mithuna 11:09, Karka 13:37, Simha 16:35

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 10:48) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 10:48) — destruction of all misfortunes; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 07:31–17:54: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Vaidhriti 07:31–17:54: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (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.
  • 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 = 0

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:48–07:28 (26.02)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 07:31–10:48+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:48–07:28 (26.02)0 Holashtak0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:31–10:48 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Ashtami 07:31–02:36 (26.02)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:31–14:23−3 Vaidhriti 07:31–01:12 (26.02)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:31

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
PeriodHolashtak

At sunrise 07:28

Tithi9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 02:27 (27.02) more
NakshatraRohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 11:43 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:58 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 14:37 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 11:43nakshatra Mrigashirsha
from 14:37karana Kaulava
from 23:58yoga Priti
from 02:27 (27.02)tithi Shukla-dashami
from 02:27 (27.02)karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:51
Sunrise07:28
Noon12:42
Sunset17:57
End of twilight18:34
Moonrise09:47
Moonset04:12
Day length10 h 28 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 11:43

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (07:28–11:43) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (11:43–17:57) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

  • Holashtak

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 11:43–07:26 (27.02)

Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:28–11:43 Krakacha Yoga 02:27–07:26 (27.02)

Anandadi: Matanga 07:28–11:43 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:43–07:26 (27.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:40–06:34
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:27–15:09
Godhuli17:57–18:24
Pradosha17:57–20:38
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (27.02)
Amrita Kalam08:24–10:04, 03:02–04:38 (27.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:20–16:38
Yamaganda10:06–11:24
Gulika Kalam12:43–14:01
Dur Muhurta09:34–10:16, 23:20–00:14 (27.02)
Varjyam17:22–18:58

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 07:59–08:40, 09:34–16:31

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Rohini until 11:43, Mrigashirsha from 11:43; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Kumbha 07:28, Mina 07:59, Mesha 08:40, Vrishabha 09:34, Mithuna 11:05, Karka 13:33, Simha 16:31

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 11:43) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 11:43) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Shukla-navami 07:28–17:57: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 11:43–07:26 (27.02)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 07:28–11:43+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:28–11:430 Holashtak0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 07:28–11:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:43–07:26 (27.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 07:28–02:27 (27.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:28

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 11:53
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
PeriodHolashtak

At sunrise 07:26

Tithi10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 01:29 (28.02) more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 11:53 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 22:06 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 14:04 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 11:53nakshatra Ardra
from 14:04karana Gara
from 22:06yoga Ayushman
from 01:29 (28.02)tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 01:29 (28.02)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:49
Sunrise07:26
Noon12:42
Sunset17:59
End of twilight18:36
Moonrise10:45
Moonset05:14
Day length10 h 32 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 11:53

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, Mrigashirsha (07:26–11:53) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

  • Holashtak

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:26–11:53 Ravi Yoga all day

Anandadi: Amrita 07:26–11:53 Anandadi: Musala 11:53–07:24 (28.02)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 01:06–01:52 (28.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:38–06:32
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:28–15:10
Godhuli17:59–18:26
Pradosha17:59–20:40
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (28.02)
Amrita Kalam01:32–03:05 (28.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:42–14:01
Yamaganda08:45–10:04
Gulika Kalam11:23–12:42
Dur Muhurta12:21–13:03
Varjyam20:04–21:38

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:55–08:36, 09:30–11:53

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, shavinggood 07:55–08:36, 09:30–11:53
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 07:55–08:36, 09:30–11:53
Bathing, washing hairgood 07:55–08:36, 09:30–16:28

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 11:53, Ardra from 11:53; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Kumbha 07:26, Mina 07:55, Mesha 08:36, Vrishabha 09:30, Mithuna 11:01, Karka 13:29, Simha 16:28

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 11:53) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 11:53) — sadness; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +8

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

Auspicious time ends by 11:53

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:26–11:53+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Amrita 07:26–11:53+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:26–11:53+1 Yoga Priti 07:26–22:06+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:26–01:29 (28.02)0 Holashtak−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:53–07:24 (28.02)−1 Anandadi: Musala 11:53–07:24 (28.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:26

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 11:16; auspicious time — until 12:43
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
PeriodHolashtak
FestivalsAmalaki Ekadashi

At sunrise 07:24

Tithi11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 23:46 more
NakshatraArdra, pada 4 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 11:16 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 19:38 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 12:43 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 11:16nakshatra Punarvasu
from 12:43karana Vishti
from 19:38yoga Saubhagya
from 23:46tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 23:46karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:46
Sunrise07:24
Noon12:42
Sunset18:01
End of twilight18:38
Moonrise12:04
Moonset05:57
Day length10 h 37 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:16

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 (11:16–18:01) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:43–18:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Amalaki Ekadashi · Vishnu

The Ekadashi of the bright half of Phalguna, dedicated to the amalaki (amla) tree, in which, according to legend, Vishnu resides. Devotees worship the amla tree and fast.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 01:29–23:46
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:21–09:29 (29.02)

  • Holashtak

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:24–11:16 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:16–07:21 (29.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 11:16–07:21 (29.02)

Anandadi: Siddhi 11:16–07:21 (29.02) Anandadi: Kana 07:24–11:16

  • Bhadra in heaven: 12:43–23:46; Bhadra Puchha 17:05–18:12; Bhadra Mukha 18:12–20:04

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:36–06:30
Abhijit Muhurta12:21–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:28–15:11
Godhuli18:01–18:27
Pradosha18:01–20:41
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (29.02)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:02–15:21
Yamaganda07:24–08:43
Gulika Kalam10:03–11:23
Dur Muhurta10:56–11:38, 15:11–15:53
Varjyam22:36–00:07 (29.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:16–16:24

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 11:16–16:24
Cutting fingernailsaverage 07:51–08:32, 09:26–18:01
Cutting toenailsgood 11:16–16:24
Bathing, washing hairgood 07:51–08:32, 09:26–16:24

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ardra until 11:16, Punarvasu from 11:16; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Kumbha 07:24, Mina 07:51, Mesha 08:32, Vrishabha 09:26, Mithuna 10:57, Karka 13:25, Simha 16:24

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 11:16) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 11:16) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Thursday — success.

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

Best day · score S = +9

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

Auspicious time begins after 11:16

Auspicious time ends by 12:43

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:16–07:21 (29.02)+2 Ravi Yoga 07:24–11:16+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 11:16–07:21 (29.02)+1 Yoga Ayushman 07:24–19:38+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:24–23:46+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 11:16–07:21 (29.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:16–07:21 (29.02)0 Anandadi: Kana 07:24–11:16 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Holashtak−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:24–11:16−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:43–23:46

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

SummaryFavourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — until 09:56
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraSubhanu (No. 17) · Shaka 1985 · Vikram 2120 more
PeriodHolashtak

At sunrise 07:21

Tithi12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 21:22 more
NakshatraPunarvasu, pada 4 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 09:56 more
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 16:36 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 10:39 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 09:56nakshatra Pushya
from 10:39karana Balava
from 16:36yoga Shobhana
from 21:22tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 21:22karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:44
Sunrise07:21
Noon12:41
Sunset18:03
End of twilight18:40
Moonrise13:39
Moonset06:25
Day length10 h 41 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 09:56

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (07:21–09:56) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (09:56–18:03) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

  • Holashtak

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:21–09:56

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:21–21:22

Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:21–09:56 Anandadi: Utpata 09:56–07:19 (01.03)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:34–06:28
Abhijit Muhurta12:21–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:29–15:12
Godhuli18:03–18:29
Pradosha18:03–20:42
Nishitha00:14–01:07 (01.03)
Amrita Kalam07:40–09:11, 02:06–03:34 (01.03)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:22–12:42
Yamaganda15:22–16:43
Gulika Kalam08:41–10:02
Dur Muhurta09:29–10:12, 13:03–13:46
Varjyam17:17–18:45

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:47–08:28, 09:22–16:20

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 07:47–08:28, 09:22–16:20
Cutting fingernailsaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsgood 07:47–08:28, 09:22–16:20
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 09:56, Pushya from 09:56; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Kumbha 07:21, Mina 07:47, Mesha 08:28, Vrishabha 09:22, Mithuna 10:53, Karka 13:21, Simha 16:20

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 09:56) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 09:56) — increase in wealth; 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

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time ends by 09:56

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:21–09:56+2 Pushya 09:56–07:19 (01.03)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 07:21–16:36+1 Auspicious weekday0 Holashtak0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:21–21:22 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 09:56–07:19 (01.03)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:21

soaking seedsplanting above-ground crops, with pricking outplanting root crops, without pricking outpricking outpinching out side shootsroot division, digging upwatering, foliar feedingploughingweeding, pest controlplant healing, grafting, cuttingsharvesting grain (per Raman)harvest: sap in the topsharvest: sap in the roots
Magha (Vedic name Tapas) — A month of austerity and holy baths (Magha Snana): Vasant Panchami, Ratha Saptami; in the dark half — Maha Shivaratri.
Patron: Madhava; Aditya — Pushan. Full moon in nakshatra Magha. Ritu: Shishira.
Amanta and purnimanta
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Subhanu (No. 17 of 60, “beautifully shining”) — A year of health and well-being: good rains, peace in families.
Northern samvatsara: Hemalamba (No. 31)
Shaka Samvat 1985 · Vikram Samvat 2120 · Kali Yuga 5164
Next year — Tarana, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 18.03.2064
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Shukla-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.
Punarvasu (7)
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
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.
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.
Shukra vara — Venus Day
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
Dawn
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Sunrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
Noon
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
Sunset
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of twilight
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Moonrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
Moonset
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Gardener’s calendar
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.

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

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

Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
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: 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.
Bhadra
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.
Bhadra Mukha
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
Bhadra Puchha
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
Brahma Muhurta
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
Abhijit Muhurta
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
Vijaya Muhurta
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
Godhuli
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
Pradosha
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Nishitha
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
Amrita Kalam
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Dur Muhurta
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
Varjyam
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
Cutting fingernails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Cutting toenails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
weekday
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
Friday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Punarvasu
+1 — favourable for a haircut
nakshatra
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
Shukla-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 nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Auspicious weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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.
Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Purnima (15, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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.
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.
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.
A period of ritual impurity before an eclipse: from 9 hours before its start for a lunar eclipse and from 12 hours for a solar one. During this time no new work is started and no food is cooked or eaten (with concessions for children, the elderly and the sick), and temples are closed. Sutak is observed only if the eclipse is visible at this location.
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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.
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.
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
Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Pushya
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Eclipse
The day of a visible eclipse and the Sutak before it: no new undertakings are begun, and no cooking or eating is done during Sutak; a time for japa, holy bath and dana.
Bhadra on earth
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Krishna-pratipat (1, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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.
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.
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.
The exact opposition of the Sun and the Moon: the Moon is at full strength. A time for fasts, pujas and charity.
Lunar eclipse, partial
The Moon enters the Earth’s shadow (occurs only at full moon). Sutak begins 9 hours (3 praharas) before the eclipse; during it — japa and meditation, afterwards — a holy bath and dana.
Only part of the disc is covered: the Sun’s by the Moon, or the Moon’s by the Earth’s shadow.
The Moon touches the Earth’s penumbra; the dimming is not yet noticeable.
The Moon begins to enter the Earth’s shadow — from this point the eclipse is visible to the naked eye.
The Moon has completely left the Earth’s shadow.
The Moon leaves the penumbra — the eclipse is over.
The luminary is above the horizon throughout the eclipse — all phases are visible.
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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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.
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.
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.
Gandamula
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable 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.
Eclipse nearby
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.
Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
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.
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
Shobhana (5) — “splendid, beautiful”
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
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
Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvitya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-tritya (3, waning Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
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
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.
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-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
Anandadi: Prajapati — “lord of creatures”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: 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.
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.
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
Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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
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-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
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.
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.
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
Hasta
+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.
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
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.
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.
Guru vara — Jupiter Day
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
Anandadi: Chara — “movable”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Sthira — “steady”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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.
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.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Thursday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shula (9) — “spear, sharp pain”
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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.
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
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.
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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
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.
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: 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.
Swati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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-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.
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)
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.
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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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.
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.
Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
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.
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)
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.
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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Anandadi: Mrityu — “death”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Kana — “one-eyed, defective”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anuradha
−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.
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)
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.
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.
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-dashami
any undertakings
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.
The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.
Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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)
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.
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.
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-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
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.
Mula
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-dvadashi (12, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
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.
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.
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.
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-dvadashi
neutral
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.
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.
Purva-Ashadha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Simha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
Sankranti day
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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.
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.
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
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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.
Uttara-Ashadha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-trayodashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturdashi (14, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Uttara-Ashadha (21)
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support
Vyatipata (17) — “calamity, downfall”
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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
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: 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.
Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna Chaturdashi
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
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.
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)
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.
Chatushpada (fixed)
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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
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).
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.
Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Amavasya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tryahasparsha
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
Amavasya
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
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
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.
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.
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.
Solar eclipse, annular
The Moon covers the Sun (occurs only at new moon). Traditionally it is Rahu’s time: Sutak begins 12 hours (4 praharas) before the eclipse; during the eclipse people refrain from eating and recite mantras, and afterwards take a holy bath and give dana.
The Moon is too far from the Earth to cover the Sun completely: a bright ring remains around it.
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).

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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).
Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Eclipse (not visible here)
There is an eclipse on this date, but it is not visible at this location (or it is only penumbral): Sutak and eclipse rites are not observed, the influence is weak; important undertakings are still better postponed.
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.
Phalguna (Vedic name Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas.
Patron: Govinda; Aditya — Parjanya. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Phalguni. 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.
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
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.
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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.
Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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
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.
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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
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.
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.
Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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)
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.
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-tritya
any undertakings
Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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)
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.
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-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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
Shukla (24) — “bright, pure”
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Ashwini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-shashti (6, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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-shashti
plowing the ground
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.
Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-saptami (7, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
Samvartaka Yoga
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
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.
Krittika
−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.
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
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.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Holashtak
Eight days before Holika Dahan (bright half of Phalguna): in North India weddings and samskaras are not held.
Rohini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ashtami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Holashtak
The eight days before Holika Dahan (from the 8th tithi of the bright half of Phalguna to the full moon): weddings and other samskaras are not performed (North India).
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-navami (9, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Rohini (4)
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dashami (10, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Mrigashirsha (5)
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)
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 Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Ardra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dashami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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)
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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

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

Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating