Panchanga Calendar

June 1922

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SamvatsaraDundubhi (56)MonthJyeshtha → Ashadha from 26.06RituGrishmaAyanaUttarayanaPlace55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

June 1922 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Jyeshtha (until 25.06), Ashadha (from 26.06). Periods: from 26.06 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri. Major festivals: 4.06 Ganga Dussehra; 5.06 Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi); 26.06 Ratha Yatra.

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
1Ashl6after 13:30
2Mag7
3PPh8Masik Durgashtami
4UPh9Ganga Dussehra
5Has11Nirjala Ekadashi
6Chit12Ekadashi Vaish.
7Swa13after 05:32
8Vish14after 20:11
9Anu15Purnima
10Mul1
11PAsh2
12PAsh3Sankashti
13UAsh4
14Shra5Mithuna Sankranti
15Dhan6after 10:17
16Shat7
17PBh8Kalashtami
18UBh8
19Rev9
20Ashw10
21Bhar11Yogini Ekadashi
22Krit12Pradosha
23Roh13Masik Shivaratri
24Mrig14
25Ard30Amavasya
26Pun1Ratha Yatra
27Push3Chandra Darshan
28Ashl4Vinayaka Chaturthi
29Mag5after 17:49
30PPh6
Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable
Markersafter / until HH:MM
Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya
Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed
Icons this month (20)
Goddess (Durga, Kali)Ganga DussehraAmrita Siddhi YogaNirjala EkadashiDwipushkar YogaPradoshaVat Purnimaday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)SankashtiSankrantiKalashtamiEkadashiSummer solsticeShivaratriday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Ratha YatraGupta NavaratriChandra DarshanVinayaka ChaturthiSkanda Shashti
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

  • 7.06 Wed — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra after 05:32 until 19:19
    Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
  • 8.06 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Yoga Siddha after 20:11
    Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
  • 27.06 Tue — Pushya, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Vardhamana
    Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.

Festivals

  • 3.06 Sat Masik Durgashtami
  • 4.06 Sun Ganga Dussehra
  • 5.06 Mon Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi)
  • 6.06 Tue Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi) — Vaishnava fast
  • 7.06 Wed Pradosha Vrat
  • 8.06 Thu Vat Purnima Vrat
  • 9.06 Fri Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima)
  • 12.06 Mon Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)
  • 14.06 Wed Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba)
  • 17.06 Sat Kalashtami
  • 21.06 Wed Yogini Ekadashi
  • 22.06 Thu Pradosha Vrat
  • 23.06 Fri Masik Shivaratri
  • 25.06 Sun Jyeshtha Amavasya
  • 26.06 Mon Ratha Yatra
  • 26.06 Mon Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • 27.06 Tue Chandra Darshan
  • 28.06 Wed Vinayaka Chaturthi
  • 29.06 Thu Skanda Shashti

Special muhurta yogas

  • 4.06 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 4.06 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:25–03:50 (05.06)
  • 6.06 Tue Dwipushkar Yoga 03:49–06:44
  • 8.06 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:32–03:47 (09.06)
  • 9.06 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–03:48
  • 18.06 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–19:17
  • 20.06 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:44–00:01 (21.06)
  • 20.06 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–00:01 (21.06)
  • 21.06 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 01:25–03:44 (22.06)
  • 26.06 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:55–03:46 (27.06)
  • 27.06 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 21:16–03:46 (28.06)

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

Avoid starting important matters

  • 2.06 Fri — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga (unfavourable day)
  • 4.06 Sun — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Vyatipata
  • 5.06 Mon — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) (unfavourable day)
  • 10.06 Sat — Jwalamukhi Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 12.06 Mon — Anandadi: Mrityu, Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Vishti (Bhadra) (unfavourable day)
  • 14.06 Wed — Vaidhriti, Sankranti day, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
  • 16.06 Fri — Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga, Panchaka
  • 17.06 Sat — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Tryahasparsha (unfavourable day)
  • 22.06 Thu — Yamaghanta, Anandadi: Lumbaka (unfavourable day)
  • 23.06 Fri — Yamaghanta, Vishti (Bhadra), Krishna Chaturdashi (unfavourable day)
  • 24.06 Sat — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Vajra
  • 25.06 Sun — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 26.06 Mon — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Dhumra
  • 28.06 Wed — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 30.06 Fri — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krakacha Yoga

Sky this month

  • 9.06 Full moon (Purnima) 18:57
  • 14.06 Mithuna Sankranti 18:47 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini)
  • 22.06 Summer solstice 08:26
  • 25.06 New moon (Amavasya) 07:19
  • There are no eclipses this month.

Periods

  • from 26.06 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • 14.06 20:57 – 19.06 21:55 Dosha-free Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Dundubhi (No. 56, “kettledrums”) — A year of kettledrums: rich harvests, festivities and good repute. more

Northern samvatsara: Bhava. Shaka Samvat 1844, Vikram Samvat 1979, Kali Yuga 5023.

Jyeshtha (Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima. more

Ashadha (Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima. 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

SummaryFavourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; auspicious time — after 13:30
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:54

Tithi6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 12:19 more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 13:30 more
Gandamula
YogaVyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 23:01 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 12:19 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 12:19tithi Shukla-saptami
from 12:19karana Gara
from 13:30nakshatra Magha
from 23:01yoga Harshana
from 23:17karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:58
Sunrise03:54
Noon12:27
Sunset21:00
End of twilight21:57
Moonrise10:16
Moonset00:15
Day length17 h 06 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 12:19from 13:30

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 (13:30–21:00) is good for sowing, for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:54–13:30

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:54–12:19

Anandadi: Amrita 03:54–13:30 Anandadi: Musala 13:30–03:53 (02.06)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 07:49–19:10
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:58–03:26
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta15:18–16:27
Godhuli21:00–21:14
Pradosha21:00–22:23
Nishitha00:13–00:40 (02.06)
Amrita Kalam11:59–13:30

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:35–16:44
Yamaganda03:54–06:02
Gulika Kalam08:10–10:19
Dur Muhurta09:36–10:44, 16:27–17:35
Varjyam02:52–04:23, 00:50–02:21 (02.06)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:54–10:08, 12:19–21:00

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 03:54–10:08, 12:19–21:00
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:54–10:08, 12:19–21:00
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:54–10:08, 12:19–21:00

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 13:30, Magha from 13:30; tithi Shukla-shashti until 12:19, Shukla-saptami from 12:19; lagna Vrishabha 03:54, Mithuna 04:46, Karka 07:10, Simha 10:08, Kanya 13:09, Tula 16:09, Vrischika 19:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 13:30) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 13:30) — loss of property; Thursday — success.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

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

Auspicious time begins after 13:30

+2 Ravi Yoga 03:54–13:30+1 Anandadi: Amrita 03:54–13:30+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 12:19–03:53 (02.06)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:54–12:19 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vyaghata 03:54–04:560 Anandadi: Musala 13:30–03:53 (02.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:54–13:30

Panchanga at sunrise 03:54

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Bhadra on earth
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:53

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 10:13 more
NakshatraMagha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 12:10 more
Gandamula
YogaHarshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 20:14 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 10:13 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 10:13tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 10:13karana Vishti
from 12:10nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 20:14yoga Vajra
from 21:09karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:56
Sunrise03:53
Noon12:27
Sunset21:02
End of twilight21:59
Moonrise11:35
Moonset00:44
Day length17 h 09 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:13from 12:10

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, Magha (03:53–12:10) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (12:10–21:02) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 10:13–21:02: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 12:10–03:52 (03.06)

Krakacha Yoga 03:53–10:13 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–10:13 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:13–03:52 (03.06)

Anandadi: Siddhi 12:10–03:52 (03.06) Anandadi: Kana 03:53–12:10

  • Bhadra on earth: 10:13–21:09; Bhadra Puchha 11:52–12:57; Bhadra Mukha 12:57–14:46
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:58–03:25
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:27
Godhuli21:02–21:15
Pradosha21:02–22:24
Nishitha00:13–00:40 (03.06)
Amrita Kalam09:54–11:25

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:19–12:27
Yamaganda16:45–18:53
Gulika Kalam06:01–08:10
Dur Muhurta07:19–08:27, 13:02–14:10
Varjyam19:43–21:13

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:53–10:13

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, shavingaverage 03:53–10:13
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:53–10:13
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:53–10:13, 13:05–21:02

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Magha until 12:10, Purva-Phalguni from 12:10; tithi Shukla-saptami until 10:13, Shukla-ashtami from 10:13; lagna Vrishabha 03:53, Mithuna 04:42, Karka 07:07, Simha 10:04, Kanya 13:05, Tula 16:06, Vrischika 19:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 12:10) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 12:10) — ill health; Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 10:13–21:02: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Bhadra on earth 10:13–21:02: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −8

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

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

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 12:10–03:52 (03.06)+1 Yoga Harshana 03:53–20:14+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:53–10:13+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 12:10–03:52 (03.06)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:13–03:52 (03.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vajra 20:14–21:18−1 Ashtami 10:13–03:52 (03.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:53–12:10−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–10:13−3 Anandadi: Kana 03:53–12:10−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:53–10:13−3 Bhadra on earth 10:13–21:09

Panchanga at sunrise 03:53

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsMasik Durgashtami

At sunrise 03:52

Tithi8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 08:05 more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 10:48 more
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 17:25 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 08:05 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 08:05tithi Shukla-navami
from 08:05karana Balava
from 10:48nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 17:25yoga Siddhi
from 19:00karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:55
Sunrise03:52
Noon12:27
Sunset21:03
End of twilight22:01
Moonrise12:55
Moonset01:10
Day length17 h 11 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:05from 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, Purva-Phalguni (03:52–10:48) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (10:48–21:03) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Masik Durgashtami · Durga

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:13 (02.06)–08:05
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:05–03:51 (04.06) Ravi Yoga 10:48–03:51 (04.06)

Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:52–10:48 Anandadi: Utpata 10:48–03:51 (04.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:57–03:24
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:28
Godhuli21:03–21:17
Pradosha21:03–22:25
Nishitha00:13–00:41 (04.06)
Amrita Kalam04:46–06:17, 02:38–04:09 (04.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:10–10:18
Yamaganda14:36–16:45
Gulika Kalam03:52–06:01
Dur Muhurta03:52–05:00, 05:00–06:09
Varjyam17:35–19:06

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 13:01–21:03

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 10:48, Uttara-Phalguni from 10:48; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 08:05, Shukla-navami from 08:05; lagna Vrishabha 03:52, Mithuna 04:38, Karka 07:03, Simha 10:00, Kanya 13:01, Tula 16:02, Vrischika 19:03

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 10:48) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 10:48) — destruction of all diseases; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 03:52–08:05: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Shukla-navami 08:05–21:03: 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.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −1

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 10:48–03:51 (04.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:48–03:51 (04.06)0 Yoga Siddhi 17:25–03:51 (04.06)0 Anandadi: Utpata 10:48–03:51 (04.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:05–03:51 (04.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:52–10:48−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:52–10:48−2 Rikta tithi 08:05–03:51 (04.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:52

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsGanga Dussehra

At sunrise 03:51

Tithi9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 05:55 more
NakshatraUttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 09:25 more
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 14:36 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 05:55 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 05:55tithi Shukla-dashami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 05:55karana Taitila
from 09:25nakshatra Hasta
from 14:36yoga Vyatipata
from 16:50karana Gara
from 03:45 (05.06)tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 03:45 (05.06)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:53
Sunrise03:51
Noon12:27
Sunset21:04
End of twilight22:02
Moonrise14:16
Moonset01:34
Day length17 h 13 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 05:55from 09:25

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 (03:51–09:25) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (09:25–21:04) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Ganga Dussehra · Ganga

The day of the descent of the Ganga from heaven in answer to the prayer of King Bhagiratha. A holy bath in the Ganga washes away “ten sins” (dasha hara), and ten kinds of gifts are given. If Jyeshtha is an Adhika Masa, the festival is observed in the intercalary month.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:55–03:45 (05.06)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:25–03:50 (05.06)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–03:50 (05.06)

Anandadi: Mitra 03:51–09:25 Anandadi: Manasa 09:25–03:50 (05.06)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 03:23–04:07 (05.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:56–03:24
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:29
Godhuli21:04–21:18
Pradosha21:04–22:25
Nishitha00:14–00:41 (05.06)
Amrita Kalam02:38–04:09, 02:24–03:54 (05.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:55–21:04
Yamaganda12:28–14:37
Gulika Kalam16:46–18:55
Dur Muhurta18:47–19:55
Varjyam17:21–18:51

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:55–14:36

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 05:55–14:36
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 05:55–14:36
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 09:25, Hasta from 09:25; tithi Shukla-navami until 05:55, Shukla-dashami from 05:55; lagna Vrishabha 03:51, Mithuna 04:34, Karka 06:59, Simha 09:56, Kanya 12:58, Tula 15:58, Vrischika 18:59

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 09:25) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 09:25) — imparting radiance (to the person); Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Shukla-navami 03:51–05:55: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Vyatipata 14:36–21:04: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

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.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +6

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

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:25–03:50 (05.06)+2 Yoga Siddhi 03:51–14:36+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Mitra 03:51–09:25+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–09:25+1 Auspicious tithi 05:55–03:45 (05.06)−1 Vyatipata 14:36–03:50 (05.06)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Rikta tithi 03:51–05:55

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 03:51

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsNirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi)

At sunrise 03:50

Tithi11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 01:38 (06.06) more
NakshatraHasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 08:03 more
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 11:49 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 14:41 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 08:03nakshatra Chitra
from 11:49yoga Variyana
from 14:41karana Vishti
from 01:38 (06.06)tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 01:38 (06.06)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:52
Sunrise03:50
Noon12:27
Sunset21:06
End of twilight22:04
Moonrise15:36
Moonset01:58
Day length17 h 15 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:03

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 (03:50–08:03) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (08:03–21:06) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:41–21:06: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi) · Vishnu

The strictest Ekadashi of the year: a fast without food and even without water, from sunrise to sunrise. According to legend, Bhima observed only this one, and this single fast equals all 24 Ekadashis of the year. Water, water pots, umbrellas and fans are given in charity.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 03:45–01:38 (06.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:08–07:17 (06.06)
Vaishnava date: 6.06

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:50–08:03

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–01:38 (06.06) Krakacha Yoga 03:50–01:38 (06.06) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:03–03:49 (06.06) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:38–03:49 (06.06)

Anandadi: Vajra 03:50–08:03 Anandadi: Mudgara 08:03–03:49 (06.06)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 14:41–01:38 (06.06); Bhadra Puchha 19:04–20:10; Bhadra Mukha 20:10–21:59
  • Gandanta (tithi): 03:23–04:07

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:56–03:23
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:29
Godhuli21:06–21:19
Pradosha21:06–22:26
Nishitha00:14–00:41 (06.06)
Amrita Kalam02:24–03:54, 00:41–02:12 (06.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam05:59–08:09
Yamaganda10:18–12:28
Gulika Kalam14:37–16:47
Dur Muhurta13:02–14:11, 16:29–17:38
Varjyam15:37–17:08

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:54–18:55

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 12:54–18:55
Cutting fingernailsaverage 11:49–21:06
Cutting toenailsgood 12:54–18:55
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:50–09:53, 12:54–21:06

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Hasta until 08:03, Chitra from 08:03; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Vrishabha 03:50, Mithuna 04:30, Karka 06:55, Simha 09:53, Kanya 12:54, Tula 15:54, Vrischika 18:55

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 08:03) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 08:03) — improvement of well-being; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Vyatipata 03:50–11:49: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −7

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

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 03:50–08:03+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–08:03+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:50–01:38 (06.06)+1 Yoga Variyana 11:49–03:49 (06.06)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 14:41–01:38 (06.06)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:50–08:03−1 Gandanta 03:50–04:07−1 Vyatipata 03:50–11:49−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–01:38 (06.06)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:03–03:49 (06.06)−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:50–01:38 (06.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:50

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Yoga Parigha
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsNirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi) — Vaishnava fast

At sunrise 03:49

Tithi12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 23:37 more
NakshatraChitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 06:44 more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 09:04 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 12:37 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 06:44nakshatra Swati
from 09:04yoga Parigha
from 12:37karana Balava
from 23:37tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 23:37karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:51
Sunrise03:49
Noon12:27
Sunset21:07
End of twilight22:05
Moonrise16:56
Moonset02:24
Day length17 h 17 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 sunrisefrom 06:44

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (03:49–06:44) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (06:44–21:07) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Nirjala Ekadashi (Pandava, Bhima Ekadashi) — Vaishnava fast · Vishnu

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

Smarta date: 5.06
Ekadashi began only within Arunodaya (later than 4 ghatis before sunrise), so Arunodaya is “touched” by Dashami — Vaishnavas move the fast to the next day.

Muhurta

Dwipushkar Yoga 03:49–06:44 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:37–03:48 (07.06)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 23:37–03:48 (07.06)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 06:44–03:48 (07.06) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:49–06:44

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

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:55–03:22
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:30
Godhuli21:07–21:20
Pradosha21:07–22:27
Nishitha00:14–00:41 (07.06)
Amrita Kalam21:11–22:42

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:47–18:57
Yamaganda08:08–10:18
Gulika Kalam12:28–14:38
Dur Muhurta07:17–08:26, 23:47–00:14 (07.06)
Varjyam12:04–13:35

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:49–09:49, 12:50–18:51

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:49–09:49, 12:50–18:51
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:49–09:49, 12:50–18:51
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:49–09:49, 12:50–21:07

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Chitra until 06:44, Swati from 06:44; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Vrishabha 03:49, Mithuna 04:26, Karka 06:51, Simha 09:49, Kanya 12:50, Tula 15:50, Vrischika 18:51

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 06:44) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 06:44) — relief from all suffering; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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: Dhwaja 06:44–03:48 (07.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:49–06:44+1 Yoga Variyana 03:49–09:040 Dwipushkar Yoga 03:49–06:440 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:49–06:44−1 Yoga Parigha 09:04–19:45−1 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 03:49

SummaryBest day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; auspicious time — after 05:32; auspicious time — until 19:19
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsPradosha Vrat

At sunrise 03:48

Tithi13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 21:47 more
NakshatraSwati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 05:32 more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 06:25 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 10:40 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 05:32nakshatra Vishakha
from 06:25yoga Shiva
from 10:40karana Taitila
from 21:47tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 21:47karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:50
Sunrise03:48
Noon12:28
Sunset21:08
End of twilight22:07
Moonrise18:13
Moonset02:53
Day length17 h 19 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:32

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (03:48–05:32) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (05:32–21:08) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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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, 21:08–21:47
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 05:32–19:19

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:48–05:32 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–21:47

Anandadi: Prajapati 05:32–03:47 (08.06) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:48–05:32

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:55–03:21
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:31
Godhuli21:08–21:21
Pradosha21:08–22:28
Nishitha00:14–00:41 (08.06)
Amrita Kalam20:06–21:38

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:28–14:38
Yamaganda05:58–08:08
Gulika Kalam10:18–12:28
Dur Muhurta11:53–13:03
Varjyam10:54–12:26

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:48–05:32

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 03:48–05:32
Cutting fingernailsaverage 03:48–09:45, 12:46–18:47
Cutting toenailsgood 03:48–05:32
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:48–05:32

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Swati until 05:32, Vishakha from 05:32; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Vrishabha 03:48, Mithuna 04:23, Karka 06:47, Simha 09:45, Kanya 12:46, Tula 15:46, Vrischika 18:47

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 05:32) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 05:32) — loss of money; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +7

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

Auspicious time begins after 05:32

Auspicious time ends by 19:19

+2 Ravi Yoga 05:32–19:19+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:32–03:47 (08.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:48–05:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:48–21:47+1 Yoga Shiva 06:25–03:47 (08.06)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:48–05:32 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–21:47 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:48–05:32

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 03:48

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 20:11
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsVat Purnima Vrat

At sunrise 03:47

Tithi14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 20:11 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 04:32 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 03:56 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 08:56 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 03:56yoga Siddha
from 04:32nakshatra Anuradha
from 08:56karana Vanija
from 20:11tithi Purnima
from 20:11karana Vishti
from 01:41 (09.06)yoga Sadhya

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:49
Sunrise03:47
Noon12:28
Sunset21:09
End of twilight22:08
Moonrise19:25
Moonset03:26
Day length17 h 21 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 04:32from 20:11

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (03:47–04:32) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (04:32–21:09) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 20:11–21:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 03:47–20:11: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Festivals and periods

Vat Purnima Vrat · Savitri and Satyavan

The same as Vat Savitri, in the tradition of Maharashtra, Gujarat and the South: women fast for the long life of their husbands and circumambulate a banyan tree with thread. It is observed by the “chaturdashi viddha” rule — often on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:09–22:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:32–03:47 (09.06) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:32–03:47 (09.06) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:11–03:47 (09.06)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–20:11

Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:47–04:32 Anandadi: Ananda 04:32–03:47 (09.06)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 20:11–07:31 (09.06); Bhadra Puchha 03:35–04:43 (09.06); Bhadra Mukha 04:43–06:37 (09.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:54–03:21
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:31
Godhuli21:09–21:22
Pradosha21:09–22:28
Nishitha00:15–00:41 (09.06)
Amrita Kalam17:43–19:16

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:38–16:49
Yamaganda03:47–05:58
Gulika Kalam08:08–10:18
Dur Muhurta09:35–10:44, 16:31–17:41
Varjyam08:24–09:58

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 hairgood 20:11–21:09

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Vishakha until 04:32, Anuradha from 04:32; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 20:11, Purnima from 20:11; lagna Vrishabha 03:47, Mithuna 04:19, Karka 06:43, Simha 09:41, Kanya 12:42, Tula 15:42, Vrischika 18:43

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 04:32) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 04:32) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Thursday — success.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 03:47–20:11: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Purnima 20:11–21:09: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

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 begins after 20:11

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:32–03:47 (09.06)+2 Ravi Yoga 04:32–03:47 (09.06)+2 Yoga Siddha 03:56–01:41 (09.06)+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:32–03:47 (09.06)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:32–03:47 (09.06)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:11–03:47 (09.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–20:11 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 20:11–03:47 (09.06)−2 Rikta tithi 03:47–20:11

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 03:47

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chara, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsJyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima)

At sunrise 03:47

Tithi15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 18:57 more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 03:48 more
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 23:44 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:31 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 03:48nakshatra Jyestha
from 07:31karana Bava
from 18:57tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 18:57karana Balava
from 23:44yoga Shubha
from 03:28 (10.06)nakshatra Mula

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:48
Sunrise03:47
Noon12:28
Sunset21:10
End of twilight22:09
Moonrise20:30
Moonset04:06
Day length17 h 23 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)18:57

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 03:48from 18:57

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 (03:47–03:48) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (03:48–21:10) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:47–07:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima) · Chandra (the Moon)

The full moon of Jyeshtha: Snana Purnima (the ceremonial bathing of Jagannath in Puri) and Kabir Jayanti; women observe Vat Purnima.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:11 (08.06)–18:57
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:47–03:48 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–03:48 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:57–03:46 (10.06)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:48–03:28 (10.06) Jwalamukhi Yoga 03:28–03:46 (10.06)

Anandadi: Chara 03:48–03:28 (10.06) Anandadi: Sthira 03:28–03:46 (10.06) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:47–03:48

  • Bhadra in heaven: 20:11 (08.06)–07:31; Bhadra Puchha 03:35–04:43; Bhadra Mukha 04:43–06:37
  • Gandanta (tithi): 18:34–19:20
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:31–09:27 (10.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:54–03:20
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:32
Godhuli21:10–21:23
Pradosha21:10–22:29
Nishitha00:15–00:41 (10.06)
Amrita Kalam18:47–20:22

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:18–12:28
Yamaganda16:49–18:59
Gulika Kalam05:57–08:08
Dur Muhurta07:15–08:25, 13:03–14:13
Varjyam09:19–10:54

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime

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

Cutting hair, shavingbad throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsbad throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:48–09:37, 12:38–21:10

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Anuradha until 03:48, Jyestha from 03:48; tithi Purnima until 18:57, Krishna-pratipat from 18:57; lagna Vrishabha 03:47, Mithuna 04:15, Karka 06:39, Simha 09:37, Kanya 12:38, Tula 15:38, Vrischika 18:39

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 03:48) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 03:48) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Purnima 03:47–18:57: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
  • 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 = 0

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

+1 Anandadi: Chara 03:48–03:28 (10.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–03:48+1 Yoga Sadhya 03:47–23:44+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 18:57–03:46 (10.06)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:47–03:480 Ravi Yoga 03:47–03:480 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–03:480 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:57–03:46 (10.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:47–07:31−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:48–03:28 (10.06)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:48–03:28 (10.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:47

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Jwalamukhi Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 18:11 more
NakshatraMula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 03:38 (11.06) more
Gandamula
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 22:11 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 06:30 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 06:30karana Kaulava
from 18:11tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 18:11karana Taitila
from 22:11yoga Shukla
from 03:38 (11.06)nakshatra Purva-Ashadha

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:47
Sunrise03:46
Noon12:28
Sunset21:11
End of twilight22:11
Moonrise21:25
Moonset04:54
Day length17 h 24 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 18:11

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (03:46–21:11) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Jwalamukhi Yoga 03:46–18:11

Anandadi: Matanga 03:38–03:46 (11.06) Anandadi: Gada 03:46–03:38 (11.06)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:31 (09.06)–09:27
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:20
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:32
Godhuli21:11–21:24
Pradosha21:11–22:30
Nishitha00:15–00:41 (11.06)
Amrita Kalam21:11–22:48

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:07–10:18
Yamaganda14:39–16:50
Gulika Kalam03:46–05:57
Dur Muhurta03:46–04:56, 04:56–06:05
Varjyam02:01–03:38 (11.06)

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 18:11–21:11

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 18:11, Krishna-dvitya from 18:11; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:11, Karka 06:35, Simha 09:33, Kanya 12:34, Tula 15:34, Vrischika 18:35

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — ruin of the family; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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.

+2 Yoga Shubha 03:46–22:11+1 Auspicious tithi 03:46–18:11−1 Anandadi: Gada 03:46–03:38 (11.06)−1 Gandanta 03:46–09:27−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:46–03:38 (11.06)−2 Jwalamukhi Yoga 03:46–18:11

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shubha, Yoga Shukla; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 17:58 more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 04:22 (12.06) more
YogaShukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 21:05 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 06:00 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 06:00karana Gara
from 17:58tithi Krishna-tritya
from 17:58karana Vanija
from 21:05yoga Brahma

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:46
Sunrise03:46
Noon12:28
Sunset21:12
End of twilight22:12
Moonrise22:11
Moonset05:48
Day length17 h 26 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 17:58

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 (03:46–21:12) is good for root crops.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Shubha all day

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:33
Godhuli21:12–21:25
Pradosha21:12–22:30
Nishitha00:15–00:42 (12.06)
Amrita Kalam23:25–01:04 (12.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:01–21:12
Yamaganda12:29–14:39
Gulika Kalam16:50–19:01
Dur Muhurta18:52–20:02
Varjyam13:32–15:10

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 17:58–18:31

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 17:58–18:31
Cutting fingernailsbad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsaverage 17:58–18:31
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 17:58, Krishna-tritya from 17:58; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:07, Karka 06:31, Simha 09:29, Kanya 12:30, Tula 15:30, Vrischika 18:31

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

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

+1 Anandadi: Shubha all day+1 Yoga Shukla 03:46–21:05+1 Auspicious tithi 03:46–17:58−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

SummaryUnfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsSankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 18:23 more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 04:22 more
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 20:29 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 06:06 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 04:22nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 06:06karana Vishti
from 18:23tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 18:23karana Bava
from 20:29yoga Indra

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:45
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:29
Sunset21:13
End of twilight22:13
Moonrise22:48
Moonset06:49
Day length17 h 27 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 04:22from 18:23

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (03:45–04:22) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (04:22–21:13) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:06–18:23: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala) · Ganesha

The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).

Rule: at moonrise, 22:48
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:22–18:23

Anandadi: Utpata 03:45–04:22 Anandadi: Mrityu 04:22–23:20 Anandadi: Kana 23:20–03:45 (13.06)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 06:06–18:23; Bhadra Puchha 14:07–15:20; Bhadra Mukha 15:20–17:22

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:33
Godhuli21:13–21:26
Pradosha21:13–22:31
Nishitha00:16–00:42 (13.06)
Amrita Kalam22:59–00:40 (13.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam05:56–08:07
Yamaganda10:18–12:29
Gulika Kalam14:40–16:51
Dur Muhurta13:04–14:14, 16:33–17:43
Varjyam12:50–14:31

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:22–09:25, 12:26–18:23

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 04:22–09:25, 12:26–18:23
Cutting fingernailsaverage 03:45–18:23
Cutting toenailsgood 04:22–09:25, 12:26–18:23
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:45–09:25, 12:26–18:23

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 04:22, Uttara-Ashadha from 04:22; tithi Krishna-tritya until 18:23, Krishna-chaturti from 18:23; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 04:03, Karka 06:27, Simha 09:25, Kanya 12:26, Tula 15:26, Vrischika 18:28

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 04:22) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 04:22) — improved health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 18:23–21:13: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −4

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

Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu

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

+2 Yoga Brahma 03:45–20:29+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:45–18:23+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:22–03:45 (13.06)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 18:23–03:45 (13.06)0 Rikta tithi 18:23–03:45 (13.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–04:22−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:22–18:23−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:06–18:23−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 04:22–23:20

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 03:45

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Indra, Anandadi: Padma; cons: Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 19:27 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 4 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 05:45 more
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 20:24 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 06:51 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 05:45nakshatra Shravana
from 06:51karana Balava
from 19:27tithi Krishna-panchami
from 19:27karana Kaulava
from 20:24yoga Vaidhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:44
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:29
Sunset21:13
End of twilight22:14
Moonrise23:19
Moonset07:53
Day length17 h 28 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:45from 19:27

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (03:45–05:45) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (05:45–21:13) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:45–05:45 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:27–03:44 (14.06)

Anandadi: Padma 03:45–07:27 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:27–03:44 (14.06)

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:34
Godhuli21:13–21:26
Pradosha21:13–22:32
Nishitha00:16–00:42 (14.06)
Amrita Kalam20:29–22:13

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:51–19:02
Yamaganda08:07–10:18
Gulika Kalam12:29–14:40
Dur Muhurta07:14–08:24, 23:50–00:16 (14.06)
Varjyam10:05–11:49

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 19:27–20:24

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 19:27–20:24
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 19:27–20:24
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:45–09:21, 12:22–21:13

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 05:45, Shravana from 05:45; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 19:27, Krishna-panchami from 19:27; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 03:59, Karka 06:23, Simha 09:21, Kanya 12:22, Tula 15:22, Vrischika 18:24, Dhanu 21:09

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 05:45) — improved health; Shravana (from 05:45) — bodily development (physical growth); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 03:45–19:27: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Vaidhriti 20:24–21:13: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

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 03:45–20:24+1 Anandadi: Padma 03:45–07:27+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–05:450 Auspicious tithi 19:27–03:44 (14.06)0 Vaidhriti 20:24–03:44 (14.06)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:27–03:44 (14.06)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:45–05:45−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 07:27–03:44 (14.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:45–19:27−2 Rikta tithi 03:45–19:27

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Sankranti day
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsMithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba)

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 21:08 more
NakshatraShravana, pada 4 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 07:44 more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 20:48 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 08:14 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 07:44nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 08:14karana Taitila
from 20:48yoga Vishkambha
from 21:08tithi Krishna-shashti
from 21:08karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:44
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:29
Sunset21:14
End of twilight22:15
Moonrise23:44
Moonset08:59
Day length17 h 29 min

Sky

Mithuna Sankranti18:47 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini)

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 07:44from 21:08

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, Shravana (03:44–07:44) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba) · Surya

The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Gemini. In Odisha it is Raja Parba, the festival of Mother Earth and of the onset of the rainy season.

Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 18:47–21:14
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Muhurta

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:44–03:44 (15.06)

Anandadi: Chhatra 03:44–07:44 Anandadi: Mitra 07:44–03:44 (15.06)

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:57–21:55 (19.06)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 20:43–21:34

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:34
Godhuli21:14–21:27
Pradosha21:14–22:32
Nishitha00:16–00:42 (15.06)
Amrita Kalam22:47–00:33 (15.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:29–14:40
Yamaganda05:56–08:07
Gulika Kalam10:18–12:29
Dur Muhurta11:54–13:04
Varjyam12:10–13:56

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 03:44–09:17, 12:18–21:05

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shravana until 07:44, Dhanishtha from 07:44; tithi Krishna-panchami until 21:08, Krishna-shashti from 21:08; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:55, Karka 06:19, Simha 09:17, Kanya 12:18, Tula 15:18, Vrischika 18:20, Dhanu 21:05

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 07:44) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 07:44) — longevity (increased vitality); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Sankranti at 18:47 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Vaidhriti 03:44–20:48: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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: Vaidhriti, Sankranti day

+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 03:44–07:44+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–07:44+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–21:080 Panchaka 20:57–03:44 (15.06)−1 Sankranti day−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:44–03:44 (15.06)−3 Vaidhriti 03:44–20:48

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 03:44

SummaryFavourable day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa; auspicious time — after 10:17
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 23:19 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 10:17 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 21:34 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 10:10 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 10:10karana Vanija
from 10:17nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 21:34yoga Priti
from 23:19tithi Krishna-saptami
from 23:19karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:29
Sunset21:15
End of twilight22:16
Moonrisenone
Moonset10:06
Day length17 h 30 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 5, bad — 2

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:17

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 (10:17–21:15) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 10:17–03:44 (16.06)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–23:19

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:44–10:17 Anandadi: Vajra 10:17–03:44 (16.06)

  • Bhadra on earth: 23:19–12:31 (16.06); Bhadra Puchha 04:36–05:56 (16.06); Bhadra Mukha 05:56–08:08 (16.06)
  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:57 (14.06)–21:55 (19.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:35
Godhuli21:15–21:28
Pradosha21:15–22:33
Nishitha00:16–00:42 (16.06)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:41–16:52
Yamaganda03:44–05:55
Gulika Kalam08:07–10:18
Dur Muhurta09:34–10:44, 16:35–17:45
Varjyam18:22–20:09

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:44–09:13, 12:14–21:01

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 10:17, Shatabhisha from 10:17; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:51, Karka 06:15, Simha 09:13, Kanya 12:14, Tula 15:14, Vrischika 18:16, Dhanu 21:01

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 10:17) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 10:17) — gaining strength; Thursday — success.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

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

Auspicious time begins after 10:17

+2 Ravi Yoga 10:17–03:44 (16.06)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:44–10:17+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–10:17+1 Auspicious weekday0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–23:19 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 10:17–03:44 (16.06)−1 Panchaka all day

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 01:46 (17.06) more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 13:13 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 22:34 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:31 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 12:31karana Bava
from 13:13nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 22:34yoga Ayushman
from 01:46 (17.06)tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 01:46 (17.06)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:29
Sunset21:15
End of twilight22:16
Moonrise00:06
Moonset11:12
Day length17 h 31 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:13

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 (03:44–13:13) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (13:13–21:15) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:44–12:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:44–13:13

Krakacha Yoga 03:44–01:46 (17.06) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–01:46 (17.06) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 01:46–03:44 (17.06) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 01:46–03:44 (17.06)

Anandadi: Saumya 03:44–13:13 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 13:13–03:44 (17.06)

  • Bhadra on earth: 23:19 (15.06)–12:31; Bhadra Puchha 04:36–05:56; Bhadra Mukha 05:56–08:08
  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:57 (14.06)–21:55 (19.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:35
Godhuli21:15–21:28
Pradosha21:15–22:33
Nishitha00:17–00:42 (17.06)
Amrita Kalam05:08–06:56

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:18–12:30
Yamaganda16:52–19:04
Gulika Kalam05:55–08:07
Dur Muhurta07:14–08:24, 13:05–14:15
Varjyam20:26–22:14

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 12:31–13:13

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 12:31–13:13
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 12:31–13:13
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:44–09:09, 12:10–13:13

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 13:13, Purva-Bhadra from 13:13; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:47, Karka 06:11, Simha 09:09, Kanya 12:10, Tula 15:10, Vrischika 18:12, Dhanu 20:57

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 13:13) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 13:13) — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Bhadra on earth 03:44–12:31: 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:

  • 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 = −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 Ravi Yoga 03:44–13:13+1 Anandadi: Saumya 03:44–13:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–13:13+1 Yoga Priti 03:44–22:34+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–01:46 (17.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 13:13–03:44 (17.06)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:13–03:44 (17.06)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:44–01:46 (17.06)−3 Bhadra on earth 03:44–12:31

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsKalashtami

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 04:17 (18.06) more
the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha)
NakshatraPurva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 16:18 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 23:37 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 15:02 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 15:02karana Kaulava
from 16:18nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 23:37yoga Saubhagya

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:30
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:17
Moonrise00:26
Moonset12:18
Day length17 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 16:18

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 (03:44–16:18) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (16:18–21:16) is good for sowing.

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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, 21:16–22:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:44–16:18

Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:44–16:18 Anandadi: Dhumra 16:18–03:44 (18.06)

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:57 (14.06)–21:55 (19.06)
  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:35
Godhuli21:16–21:29
Pradosha21:16–22:33
Nishitha00:17–00:43 (18.06)
Amrita Kalam07:16–09:04

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:07–10:18
Yamaganda14:41–16:53
Gulika Kalam03:44–05:55
Dur Muhurta03:44–04:54, 04:54–06:04
Varjyam03:06–04:53 (18.06)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 16:18–20:53

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 16:18, Uttara-Bhadra from 16:18; tithi Krishna-ashtami; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:08, Simha 09:05, Kanya 12:06, Tula 15:07, Vrischika 18:08, Dhanu 20:53

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 16:18) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 16:18) — a good life; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 03:44–21:16: 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

Unfavourable day · score S = −9

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

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

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

+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:44–23:370 Auspicious nakshatra 16:18–03:44 (18.06)−1 Ashtami all day−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:44–16:18−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–16:18−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:44–16:18−2 Tryahasparsha

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira; cons: Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 04:17 more
vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 19:17 more
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 00:33 (19.06) more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 04:17 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 04:17tithi Krishna-navami
from 04:17karana Taitila
from 17:28karana Gara
from 19:17nakshatra Revati
from 00:33 (19.06)yoga Shobhana

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:30
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:18
Moonrise00:46
Moonset13:24
Day length17 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 04:17from 19:17

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 (03:44–19:17) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (19:17–21:16) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–19:17

Anandadi: Sthira 03:44–19:17 Anandadi: Vardhamana 19:17–03:44 (19.06)

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:57 (14.06)–21:55 (19.06)
  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:36
Godhuli21:16–21:29
Pradosha21:16–22:34
Nishitha00:17–00:43 (19.06)
Amrita Kalam13:53–15:41

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:05–21:16
Yamaganda12:30–14:42
Gulika Kalam16:53–19:05
Dur Muhurta18:56–20:06
Varjyam03:06–04:53

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 03:44–09:01, 12:02–20:49

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 19:17, Revati from 19:17; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 04:17, Krishna-navami from 04:17; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:04, Simha 09:01, Kanya 12:02, Tula 15:03, Vrischika 18:04, Dhanu 20:49

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 19:17) — a good life; Revati (from 19:17) — increase in property; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 03:44–04:17: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Krishna-navami 04:17–21:16: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–19:17+1 Anandadi: Sthira 03:44–19:17+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–19:17+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:44–00:33 (19.06)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:44–04:17−2 Rikta tithi 04:17–03:44 (19.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 06:34 more
NakshatraRevati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 21:55 more
Gandamula
YogaShobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 01:10 (20.06) more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 06:34 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 06:34tithi Krishna-dashami
from 06:34karana Vanija
from 19:33karana Vishti
from 21:55nakshatra Ashwini
from 01:10 (20.06)yoga Atiganda

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:30
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:18
Moonrise01:05
Moonset14:30
Day length17 h 33 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 sunrisefrom 06:34

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (03:44–21:17) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 19:33–21:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Matanga 03:44–21:55 Anandadi: Rakshasa 21:55–03:44 (20.06)

  • Bhadra on earth: 19:33–21:55; Bhadra Puchha 21:25–22:43
  • Bhadra in heaven: 21:55–08:24 (20.06); Bhadra Puchha 21:25–22:43; Bhadra Mukha 22:43–00:52 (20.06)
  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 20:57 (14.06)–21:55
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 15:19–04:30 (20.06)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:36
Godhuli21:17–21:30
Pradosha21:17–22:34
Nishitha00:17–00:43 (20.06)
Amrita Kalam19:16–21:02

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam05:55–08:07
Yamaganda10:19–12:30
Gulika Kalam14:42–16:53
Dur Muhurta13:05–14:15, 16:36–17:46
Varjyam08:36–10:23

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 06:34–08:57, 11:59–18:00

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 06:34–08:57, 11:59–18:00
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 06:34–08:57, 11:59–18:00
Bathing, washing hairgood 06:34–08:57, 11:59–20:46

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-navami until 06:34, Krishna-dashami from 06:34; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:00, Simha 08:57, Kanya 11:59, Tula 14:59, Vrischika 18:00, Dhanu 20:46

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Krishna-navami 03:44–06:34: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 19:33–21:17: 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:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

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

+1 Anandadi: Matanga 03:44–21:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–21:55+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:44–01:10 (20.06)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Bhadra on earth 19:33–21:55−1 Panchaka 03:44–21:55−2 Rikta tithi 03:44–06:34

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 08:24 more
NakshatraAshwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 00:01 (21.06) more
Gandamula
YogaAtiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 01:19 (21.06) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:24 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 08:24tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 08:24karana Bava
from 21:05karana Balava
from 00:01 (21.06)nakshatra Bharani
from 01:19 (21.06)yoga Sukarma

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:30
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise01:27
Moonset15:38
Day length17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:24

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

  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:44–08:24: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:44–00:01 (21.06) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–00:01 (21.06)

Krakacha Yoga 03:44–08:24 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:24–03:44 (21.06)

Anandadi: Amrita 03:44–00:01 (21.06) Anandadi: Musala 00:01–03:44 (21.06)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 21:55 (19.06)–08:24; Bhadra Puchha 21:25–22:43 (19.06); Bhadra Mukha 22:43 (19.06)–00:52
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 15:19 (19.06)–04:30
  • Gandanta (tithi): 07:58–08:49
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:36
Godhuli21:17–21:30
Pradosha21:17–22:34
Nishitha00:18–00:43 (21.06)
Amrita Kalam16:11–17:55

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:54–19:05
Yamaganda08:07–10:19
Gulika Kalam12:30–14:42
Dur Muhurta07:14–08:25, 23:52–00:18 (21.06)
Varjyam19:40–21:24

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–08:54, 11:55–17:56

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:44–08:54, 11:55–17:56
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:44–08:54, 11:55–17:56
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-dashami until 08:24, Krishna-ekadashi from 08:24; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:56, Simha 08:54, Kanya 11:55, Tula 14:55, Vrischika 17:56, Dhanu 20:42

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:44–00:01 (21.06)+1 Anandadi: Amrita 03:44–00:01 (21.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–00:01 (21.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:24–03:44 (21.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:44–08:24−1 Gandanta 03:44–04:30−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:44–08:24

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Sukarma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsYogini Ekadashi

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 09:35 more
NakshatraBharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 01:25 (22.06) more
YogaSukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 00:56 (22.06) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 09:35 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 09:35tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 09:35karana Kaulava
from 21:55karana Taitila
from 00:56 (22.06)yoga Dhriti
from 01:25 (22.06)nakshatra Krittika

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:31
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise01:50
Moonset16:47
Day length17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:35

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 (03:44–21:17) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Yogini Ekadashi · Vishnu

The Ekadashi of the dark half of Jyeshtha (Ashadha in North India). According to the Puranas, the fast heals diseases and lifts curses; Vishnu is worshipped.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:24 (20.06)–09:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 03:44–07:15 (22.06)

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:35–03:44 (22.06) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 01:25–03:44 (22.06) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 01:25–03:44 (22.06)

Anandadi: Siddhi 01:25–03:44 (22.06) Anandadi: Kana 03:44–01:25 (22.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:36
Godhuli21:17–21:30
Pradosha21:17–22:35
Nishitha00:18–00:44 (22.06)
Amrita Kalam20:20–22:02

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:31–14:42
Yamaganda05:56–08:07
Gulika Kalam10:19–12:31
Dur Muhurta11:55–13:06
Varjyam10:11–11:52

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–08:50, 11:51–17:52

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 03:44–08:50, 11:51–17:52
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:44–08:50, 11:51–17:52
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:44–09:35, 11:51–20:38

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 09:35, Krishna-dvadashi from 09:35; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:52, Simha 08:50, Kanya 11:51, Tula 14:51, Vrischika 17:52, Dhanu 20:38

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

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 Sukarma 03:44–00:56 (22.06)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:35–03:44 (22.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–01:25 (22.06)−3 Anandadi: Kana 03:44–01:25 (22.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryUnfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Anandadi: Lumbaka
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsPradosha Vrat

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 10:04 more
NakshatraKrittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 02:06 (23.06) more
YogaDhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 23:57 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 10:04 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 10:04tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 10:04karana Gara
from 22:01karana Vanija
from 23:57yoga Shula
from 02:06 (23.06)nakshatra Rohini

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:31
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise02:19
Moonset17:55
Day length17 h 33 min

Sky

Summer solstice08:26

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 10:04

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (03:44–21:18) is good for root crops.

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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, 21:18–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Yamaghanta 03:44–02:06 (23.06)

Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:44–02:06 (23.06) Anandadi: Utpata 02:06–03:44 (23.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:56–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:37
Godhuli21:18–21:30
Pradosha21:18–22:35
Nishitha00:18–00:44 (23.06)
Amrita Kalam23:38–01:17 (23.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:42–16:54
Yamaganda03:44–05:56
Gulika Kalam08:07–10:19
Dur Muhurta09:35–10:45, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam13:46–15:24

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–08:46, 11:47–17:48

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:44–08:46, 11:47–17:48
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:44–08:46, 11:47–17:48
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 10:04, Krishna-trayodashi from 10:04; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:48, Simha 08:46, Kanya 11:47, Tula 14:47, Vrischika 17:48, Dhanu 20:34

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Thursday — success.

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −2

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

Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta

+1 Yoga Dhriti 03:44–23:57+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:44–02:06 (23.06)−3 Yamaghanta 03:44–02:06 (23.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryUnfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsMasik Shivaratri

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 09:47 more
NakshatraRohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 02:06 (24.06) more
YogaShula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 22:25 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 09:47 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 09:47tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 09:47karana Vishti
from 21:24karana Shakuni
from 22:25yoga Ganda
from 02:06 (24.06)nakshatra Mrigashirsha

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:31
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise02:53
Moonset19:01
Day length17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:47

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (03:44–21:18) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:47–21:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 09:47–21:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Festivals and periods

Masik Shivaratri · Shiva

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

Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:18–00:44 (24.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Yamaghanta 03:44–02:06 (24.06)

Anandadi: Mitra 03:44–02:06 (24.06) Anandadi: Manasa 02:06–03:45 (24.06)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 09:47–21:24; Bhadra Mukha 09:47–11:43; Bhadra Puchha 20:10–21:19

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:56–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:18–21:31
Pradosha21:18–22:35
Nishitha00:18–00:44 (24.06)
Amrita Kalam22:54–00:30 (24.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:19–12:31
Yamaganda16:54–19:06
Gulika Kalam05:56–08:08
Dur Muhurta07:15–08:25, 13:06–14:16
Varjyam18:06–19:42

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–09:47

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, shavingaverage 03:44–09:47
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:44–09:47
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:44–08:42

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 09:47, Krishna-chaturdashi from 09:47; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:44, Simha 08:42, Kanya 11:43, Tula 14:43, Vrischika 17:44, Dhanu 20:30

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 09:47–21:18: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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.
  • 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

Unfavourable day · score S = −4

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

Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta

+1 Anandadi: Mitra 03:44–02:06 (24.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–02:06 (24.06)+1 Auspicious weekday−2 Krishna Chaturdashi 09:47–03:45 (24.06)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:47–21:24−3 Yamaghanta 03:44–02:06 (24.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 08:51 more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 01:29 (25.06) more
YogaGanda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 20:22 more
KaranaShakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 08:51 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 08:51tithi Amavasya
from 08:51karana Chatushpada
from 20:09karana Naga
from 20:22yoga Vriddhi
from 01:29 (25.06)nakshatra Ardra

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:31
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise03:36
Moonset20:01
Day length17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:51

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (03:45–21:18) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Shakuni 03:45–08:51: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Chatushpada 08:51–20:09: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Naga 20:09–21:18: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 03:45–08:51: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–08:51

Anandadi: Vajra 03:45–01:29 (25.06) Anandadi: Mudgara 01:29–03:45 (25.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta11:56–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:18–21:31
Pradosha21:18–22:35
Nishitha00:18–00:44 (25.06)
Amrita Kalam16:54–18:28

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:08–10:19
Yamaganda14:43–16:54
Gulika Kalam03:45–05:56
Dur Muhurta03:45–04:55, 04:55–06:05
Varjyam07:33–09:06

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:45–08:38, 11:39–20:26

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 08:51, Amavasya from 08:51; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:40, Simha 08:38, Kanya 11:39, Tula 14:39, Vrischika 17:40, Dhanu 20:26

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

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 03:45–08:51: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Amavasya 08:51–21:18: 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 = −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: Krishna Chaturdashi

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:45–08:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–01:29 (25.06)0 Yoga Vriddhi 20:22–03:45 (25.06)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:45–01:29 (25.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 03:45–08:51

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
FestivalsJyeshtha Amavasya

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 07:19 more
NakshatraArdra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 00:22 (26.06) more
YogaVriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 17:54 more
KaranaNaga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 07:19 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 07:19tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 07:19karana Kimstughna
from 17:54yoga Dhruva
from 18:22karana Bava
from 00:22 (26.06)nakshatra Punarvasu

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:31
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise04:28
Moonset20:55
Day length17 h 32 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)07:19

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 07:19

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:

  • Naga 03:45–07:19: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Kimstughna 07:19–18:22: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Jyeshtha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:51 (24.06)–07:19
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:19–03:45 (26.06)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 00:22–03:45 (26.06) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:45–00:22 (26.06)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 06:56–07:41

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta11:56–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:18–21:31
Pradosha21:18–22:35
Nishitha00:19–00:44 (26.06)
Amrita Kalam14:50–16:22

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:06–21:18
Yamaganda12:31–14:43
Gulika Kalam16:55–19:06
Dur Muhurta18:57–20:08
Varjyam09:29–11:01

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 03:45–08:34, 11:35–20:22

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Amavasya until 07:19, Shukla-pratipat from 07:19; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:36, Simha 08:34, Kanya 11:35, Tula 14:35, Vrischika 17:36, Dhanu 20:22

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Amavasya 03:45–07:19: 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 = −6

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

Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya

+1 Yoga Vriddhi 03:45–17:54−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:45–00:22 (26.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–00:22 (26.06)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:19–03:45 (26.06)−3 Amavasya 03:45–07:19

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 03:45

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
FestivalsRatha Yatra · Ashadha Gupta Navaratri

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 05:20 more
NakshatraPunarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 22:55 more
YogaDhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 15:06 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 05:20 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 05:20tithi Shukla-dvitya (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 05:20karana Balava
from 15:06yoga Vyaghata
from 16:13karana Kaulava
from 22:55nakshatra Pushya
from 03:02 (27.06)tithi Shukla-tritya
from 03:02 (27.06)karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:44
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:32
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise05:32
Moonset21:40
Day length17 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:20

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 (03:45–21:18) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Ratha Yatra · Jagannath

The chariot festival in Puri: Jagannath, Baladeva and Subhadra are drawn on huge chariots to the Gundicha temple. Pulling the ropes of the chariots brings great merit.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:20–03:02 (27.06)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri · Durga

The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha: nine days of sadhana of Durga and the ten Mahavidyas, without lavish festivities.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:19 (25.06)–05:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 03:45–05:20
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 11:56–13:07

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 22:55–03:46 (27.06)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:20–03:02 (27.06)

Anandadi: Prajapati 22:55–03:46 (27.06) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:45–22:55

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:54–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta11:56–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:18–21:31
Pradosha21:18–22:35
Nishitha00:19–00:45 (27.06)
Amrita Kalam20:40–22:10

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam05:57–08:08
Yamaganda10:20–12:32
Gulika Kalam14:43–16:55
Dur Muhurta13:07–14:17, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam11:39–13:09

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 05:20–08:30, 11:31–17:32

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 05:20–08:30, 11:31–17:32
Cutting fingernailsgood 05:20–08:30, 11:31–17:32
Cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairgood 05:20–08:30, 11:31–20:18

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 05:20, Shukla-dvitya from 05:20; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:32, Simha 08:30, Kanya 11:31, Tula 14:31, Vrischika 17:32, Dhanu 20:18

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–22:55+1 Yoga Dhruva 03:45–15:06+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:20–03:02 (27.06)0 Yoga Vyaghata 15:06–18:15−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:45–22:55−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:20–03:02 (27.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

SummaryBest day — Pushya, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
FestivalsChandra Darshan

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 00:33 (28.06) more
NakshatraPushya, pada 1 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 21:16 more
YogaVyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 12:07 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 13:49 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 12:07yoga Harshana
from 13:49karana Gara
from 21:16nakshatra Ashlesha
from 00:33 (28.06)tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 00:33 (28.06)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:45
Sunrise03:46
Noon12:32
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise06:43
Moonset22:18
Day length17 h 31 min

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 sunrisefrom 21:16

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, Pushya (03:46–21:16) 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, 21:18–22:18
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:18–22:18

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–00:33 (28.06) Ravi Yoga 21:16–03:46 (28.06) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 21:16–03:46 (28.06)

Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:46–21:16 Anandadi: Ananda 21:16–03:46 (28.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:54–03:20
Abhijit Muhurta11:57–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:18–21:31
Pradosha21:18–22:35
Nishitha00:19–00:45 (28.06)
Amrita Kalam15:19–16:48

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:55–19:06
Yamaganda08:09–10:20
Gulika Kalam12:32–14:43
Dur Muhurta07:16–08:26, 23:53–00:19 (28.06)
Varjyam06:22–07:52

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:46–21:16

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:46–21:16
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:46–21:16
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:46–08:26, 11:27–20:14

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Pushya until 21:16, Ashlesha from 21:16; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:28, Simha 08:26, Kanya 11:27, Tula 14:27, Vrischika 17:29, Dhanu 20:14

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 21:16) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 21:16) — physical affliction (suffering); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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.

+2 Pushya 03:46–21:16+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–00:33 (28.06)+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:46–21:16+1 Auspicious tithi 03:46–00:33 (28.06)+1 Yoga Harshana 12:07–03:46 (28.06)0 Ravi Yoga 21:16–03:46 (28.06)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 21:16–03:46 (28.06)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 21:16–03:46 (28.06)−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 03:46

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
FestivalsVinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 22:01 more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 2 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 19:32 more
Gandamula
YogaHarshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 09:00 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 11:17 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 09:00yoga Vajra
from 11:17karana Vishti
from 19:32nakshatra Magha
from 22:01tithi Shukla-panchami
from 22:01karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:45
Sunrise03:46
Noon12:32
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:18
Moonrise08:01
Moonset22:49
Day length17 h 31 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 19:32

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (19:32–21:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:17–21:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha

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

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:47–14:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:46–19:32

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 22:01–03:47 (29.06)

Anandadi: Chara 19:32–03:47 (29.06) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:46–19:32

  • Bhadra on earth: 11:17–22:01; Bhadra Mukha 11:17–13:04; Bhadra Puchha 20:57–22:01
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 13:58–01:06 (29.06)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:55–03:20
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:17–21:30
Pradosha21:17–22:35
Nishitha00:19–00:45 (29.06)
Amrita Kalam18:03–19:32

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:32–14:43
Yamaganda05:58–08:09
Gulika Kalam10:21–12:32
Dur Muhurta11:57–13:07
Varjyam09:08–10:37

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 03:46–08:22, 11:23–20:10

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 19:32, Magha from 19:32; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:24, Simha 08:22, Kanya 11:23, Tula 14:23, Vrischika 17:25, Dhanu 20:10

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 19:32) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 19:32) — loss of property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 03:46–21:17: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 11:17–21:17: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 03:46–19:32+1 Yoga Harshana 03:46–09:00+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Chara 19:32–03:47 (29.06)0 Yoga Vajra 09:00–10:03−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:46–19:32−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:46–19:32−2 Rikta tithi 03:46–22:01−3 Bhadra on earth 11:17–22:01

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

SummaryFavourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Siddhi; auspicious time — after 17:49; auspicious time — until 19:31
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
FestivalsSkanda Shashti

At sunrise 03:47

Tithi5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 19:31 more
NakshatraMagha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 17:49 more
Gandamula
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 05:53 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 08:45 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 05:53yoga Siddhi
from 08:45karana Balava
from 17:49nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 19:31tithi Shukla-shashti
from 19:31karana Kaulava
from 02:49 (30.06)yoga Vyatipata

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:46
Sunrise03:47
Noon12:32
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:18
Moonrise09:22
Moonset23:16
Day length17 h 30 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 17:49from 19:31

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, Magha (03:47–17:49) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (17:49–21:17) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

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

Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 19:31–03:48 (30.06)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–19:31 Ravi Yoga 17:49–03:48 (30.06)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:47–17:49 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:31–03:48 (30.06)

Anandadi: Musala 03:47–17:49 Anandadi: Gada 17:49–03:48 (30.06)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 19:09–19:52
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:55–03:21
Abhijit Muhurta11:57–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:17–21:30
Pradosha21:17–22:35
Nishitha00:19–00:45 (30.06)
Amrita Kalam15:35–17:05

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:43–16:55
Yamaganda03:47–05:58
Gulika Kalam08:10–10:21
Dur Muhurta09:37–10:47, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam06:41–08:10, 01:17–02:47 (30.06)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:47–19:31

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 03:47–19:31
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:47–19:31
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:47–20:06

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Magha until 17:49, Purva-Phalguni from 17:49; tithi Shukla-panchami until 19:31, Shukla-shashti from 19:31; lagna Mithuna 03:47, Karka 05:20, Simha 08:18, Kanya 11:19, Tula 14:19, Vrischika 17:21, Dhanu 20:06

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 17:49) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 17:49) — ill health; Thursday — success.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 17:49

Auspicious time ends by 19:31

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–19:31+2 Yoga Siddhi 05:53–02:49 (30.06)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:47–19:310 Ravi Yoga 17:49–03:48 (30.06)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:47–17:49 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:31–03:48 (30.06)−1 Anandadi: Musala 03:47–17:49−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:47–17:49

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 03:47

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraDundubhi (No. 56) · Shaka 1844 · Vikram 1979 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

At sunrise 03:48

Tithi6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 17:07 more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 16:13 more
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 23:52 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 06:18 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 06:18karana Taitila
from 16:13nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 17:07tithi Shukla-saptami
from 17:07karana Gara
from 23:52yoga Variyana

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:47
Sunrise03:48
Noon12:32
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:17
Moonrise10:43
Moonset23:41
Day length17 h 29 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 16:13from 17:07

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 (03:48–16:13) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (16:13–21:17) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:48–16:13 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:48–16:13 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–17:07

Krakacha Yoga 17:07–03:48 (01.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:07–03:48 (01.07)

Anandadi: Siddhi 03:48–16:13 Anandadi: Shubha 16:13–03:48 (01.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:56–03:22
Abhijit Muhurta11:57–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:17–21:30
Pradosha21:17–22:35
Nishitha00:20–00:46 (01.07)
Amrita Kalam10:15–11:44

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:21–12:32
Yamaganda16:55–19:06
Gulika Kalam05:59–08:10
Dur Muhurta07:17–08:27, 13:07–14:17
Varjyam22:59–00:29 (01.07)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairgood 16:13–20:02

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 16:13, Uttara-Phalguni from 16:13; tithi Shukla-shashti until 17:07, Shukla-saptami from 17:07; lagna Mithuna 03:48, Karka 05:16, Simha 08:14, Kanya 11:15, Tula 14:15, Vrischika 17:17, Dhanu 20:02

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 16:13) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 16:13) — destruction of all diseases; Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Vyatipata 03:48–21:17: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +3

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata

+2 Ravi Yoga 03:48–16:13+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–17:07+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 03:48–16:13+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:48–16:130 Auspicious nakshatra 16:13–03:48 (01.07)0 Auspicious tithi 17:07–03:48 (01.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:07–03:48 (01.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krakacha Yoga 17:07–03:48 (01.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:48–16:13−3 Vyatipata 03:48–23:52

Panchanga at sunrise 03:48

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
Jyeshtha (Vedic name Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima.
Patron: Trivikrama; Aditya — Mitra. Full moon in nakshatra Jyeshtha. Ritu: Grishma.
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.
Dundubhi (No. 56 of 60, “kettledrums”) — A year of kettledrums: rich harvests, festivities and good repute.
Northern samvatsara: Bhava (No. 8)
Shaka Samvat 1844 · Vikram Samvat 1979 · Kali Yuga 5023
Next year — Rudhirodgari, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 17.03.1923
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-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.
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
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.
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.
Dawn
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Sunrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
Noon
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
Sunset
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of twilight
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Moonrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
Moonset
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Gardener’s calendar
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.

The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Anandadi: Amrita — “nectar of immortality”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Ravi Yoga
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brahma Muhurta
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
Abhijit Muhurta
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
Vijaya Muhurta
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
Godhuli
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
Pradosha
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Nishitha
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
Amrita Kalam
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


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

Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
Auspicious weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Auspicious 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.
Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Shukla-saptami (7, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
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
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.
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.
Shukra vara — Venus Day
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

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

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bhadra
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.
Bhadra Mukha
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
Bhadra Puchha
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Friday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-ashtami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Bhadra on earth
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Shukla-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.
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
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.
Shani vara — Saturn Day
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

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

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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: Lumbaka
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Utpata — “calamity”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
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.
Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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.
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
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.
Ravi vara — Sun Day
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
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.
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.
Amrita Siddhi Yoga
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
Anandadi: 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.
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
Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dashami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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.
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
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.
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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
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.
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.
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 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
Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ekadashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
Vishti (Bhadra)
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Shukla-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.
Chitra (14)
Meaning: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)
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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
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).
Dwipushkar Yoga
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
Anandadi: 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.
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
Swati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
Shukla-triodashi (13, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.
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
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 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).

Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
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.
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
Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-triodashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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)
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.
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 Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Purnima
sowing seeds, 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.
The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.
Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Purnima (15, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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)
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.
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.
The exact opposition of the Sun and the Moon: the Moon is at full strength. A time for fasts, pujas and charity.
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 Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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.
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.
Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-pratipat (1, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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)
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.
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.
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Anandadi: Matanga — “elephant”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Gada — “mace”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Mula
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvitya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvitya (2, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
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)
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.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

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

Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
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.
Uttara-Ashadha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Surya Dagdha tithi
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Krishna-chaturti (4, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
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
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.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-chaturti
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).
Krishna-panchami
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.
Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Dhanu
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”
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.
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.
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)
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.
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 Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
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.
Dosha-free Panchaka
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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-shashti (6, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
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
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.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
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).
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.
Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-saptami (7, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
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
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.
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 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).

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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
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.
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 Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are 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.
Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Tryahasparsha
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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)
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.
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 Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami (9, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
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)
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.
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 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.

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-dashami (10, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
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
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.
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Ashwini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-ekadashi
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.
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
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.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvadashi
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.
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
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.
The longest day in the Northern Hemisphere (the Sun’s tropical longitude 90°), after which the Sun turns south. The Vedic Dakshinayana traditionally begins with Karka Sankranti — about 24–25 days later.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
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.
Krittika
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-trayodashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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)
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.
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Rohini
+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).
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.
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)
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.
Shakuni (fixed)
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 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.

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Amavasya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Vriddhi (11) — “growth, increase”
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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.
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)
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.
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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Ardra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Amavasya
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Ashadha (Vedic name Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima.
Patron: Vamana; Aditya — Varuna. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Ashadha. Ritu: Grishma.
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.
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
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.
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 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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Punarvasu
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvitya
+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.
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
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Pushya
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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.
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 Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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 Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.