Panchanga Calendar

June 1928

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SamvatsaraVibhava (2)MonthJyeshtha → Ashadha from 18.06RituGrishmaAyanaUttarayanaPlace55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

June 1928 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Jyeshtha (until 17.06), Ashadha (from 18.06). Periods: 18–25.06 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri; from 28.06 — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 19.06 Ratha Yatra; 28.06 Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma). 3.06 — lunar eclipse, total (not visible here); 17.06 — solar eclipse, partial (not visible here).

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
1Vish13until 10:15
2Vish14Vat Purnima
3Anu15Purnima
4Jye1
5Mul2
6PAsh3Sankashti
7UAsh4
8Shra5after 19:21
9Dhan6
10Shat7Kalashtami
11PBh8
12UBh9
13Rev10
14Ashw11Yogini Ekadashi
15Bhar12Pradosha
16Krit13Masik Shivaratri
17Roh30Amavasya
18Mrig1Chandra Darshan
19Pun2Ratha Yatra
20Push3after 05:42
21Ashl4Vinayaka Chaturthi
22Mag5Skanda Shashti
23PPh6
24UPh7
25Has8Masik Durgashtami
26Chit9
27Chit10until 06:18
28Swa11Devshayani
29Vish12after 12:29
30Anu13until 15:29
Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable
Markersafter / until HH:MM
Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya
Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed
Icons this month (21)
Vat Purnimaday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)Lunar eclipse, totalSankashtiTripushkar YogaKalashtamiEkadashiSankrantiPradoshaAmrita Siddhi YogaShivaratriSolar eclipse, partialday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Chandra DarshanGupta NavaratriRatha YatraSummer solsticeVinayaka ChaturthiSkanda ShashtiGoddess (Durga, Kali)Devshayani
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

  • 8.06 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra, Auspicious nakshatra after 19:21
    Dhanishtha (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
  • 20.06 Wed — Pushya, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga after 05:42 until 15:21
    Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
  • 27.06 Wed — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Shiva until 06:18
    Chitra (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
  • 28.06 Thu — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira until 08:06
    Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
  • 29.06 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga, Yoga Sadhya after 12:29
    Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.

Festivals

  • 2.06 Sat Purnima Vrat
  • 2.06 Sat Vat Purnima Vrat
  • 3.06 Sun Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima)
  • 6.06 Wed Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)
  • 10.06 Sun Kalashtami
  • 14.06 Thu Yogini Ekadashi
  • 14.06 Thu Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba)
  • 15.06 Fri Pradosha Vrat
  • 16.06 Sat Masik Shivaratri
  • 17.06 Sun Jyeshtha Amavasya
  • 18.06 Mon Chandra Darshan
  • 18.06 Mon Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • 19.06 Tue Ratha Yatra
  • 21.06 Thu Vinayaka Chaturthi
  • 22.06 Fri Skanda Shashti
  • 25.06 Mon Masik Durgashtami
  • 28.06 Thu Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)
  • 30.06 Sat Shani Pradosha

Special muhurta yogas

  • 8.06 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–19:21
  • 10.06 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 20:06–21:24
  • 12.06 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:45–18:31
  • 14.06 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–14:54
  • 16.06 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:58–03:44 (17.06)
  • 16.06 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:58–03:44 (17.06)
  • 18.06 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:44–04:47
  • 18.06 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–04:47
  • 19.06 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 03:44–17:40
  • 23.06 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 23:37–03:45 (24.06)
  • 24.06 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 24.06 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 03:45–13:11
  • 24.06 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 01:15–03:45 (25.06)
  • 29.06 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:29–03:48 (30.06)

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

Avoid starting important matters

  • 6.06 Wed — Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
  • 9.06 Sat — Vaidhriti, Krakacha Yoga, Panchaka
  • 10.06 Sun — Samvartaka Yoga, Bhadra on earth, Panchaka
  • 11.06 Mon — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
  • 13.06 Wed — Bhadra on earth, Anandadi: Utpata, Panchaka
  • 14.06 Thu — Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Yoga Atiganda
  • 16.06 Sat — Kshaya tithi, Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra)
  • 17.06 Sun — Amavasya, Eclipse (not visible here), Yoga Ganda
  • 21.06 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 22.06 Fri — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 24.06 Sun — Vyatipata, Samvartaka Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra)

Sky this month

  • 3.06 Full moon (Purnima) 15:13
  • 3.06 Lunar eclipse, total, greatest eclipse 15:09, magnitude 1.242
    not visible here (below the horizon)
  • 14.06 Mithuna Sankranti 07:30 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini)
  • 17.06 New moon (Amavasya) 23:41
  • 17.06 Solar eclipse, partial, greatest eclipse 23:27, magnitude 0.038
    not visible here (outside the eclipse zone)
  • 21.06 Summer solstice 19:06

Periods

  • 18–25.06 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • from 28.06 Chaturmasya
  • 9.06 07:45 – 13.06 16:56 Mrityu Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Vibhava (No. 2, “splendour, prosperity”) — A year of prosperity: plenty, contented people, well-being in affairs and in the family. more

Northern samvatsara: Vikrama. Shaka Samvat 1850, Vikram Samvat 1985, Kali Yuga 5029.

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: Matanga; auspicious time — until 10:15
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:53

Tithi13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 10:15 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 05:53 (02.06) more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 13:58 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 10:15 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 10:15tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 10:15karana Gara
from 13:58yoga Shiva
from 23:32karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:57
Sunrise03:53
Noon12:27
Sunset21:01
End of twilight21:58
Moonrise18:47
Moonset03:14
Day length17 h 08 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:15

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 (03:53–21:01) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 10:15–21:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Anandadi: Matanga all day

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:58–03:26
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:27
Godhuli21:01–21:15
Pradosha21:01–22:23
Nishitha00:13–00:40 (02.06)
Amrita Kalam19:56–21:45

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:19–12:27
Yamaganda16:44–18:53
Gulika Kalam06:02–08:10
Dur Muhurta07:19–08:27, 13:01–14:10
Varjyam09:06–10:54

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:53–10:15

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:53–10:15
Cutting fingernailsaverage 03:53–10:07
Cutting toenailsaverage 03:53–10:15
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:53–10:15, 13:08–21:01

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 10:15, Shukla-chaturdashi from 10:15; lagna Vrishabha 03:53, Mithuna 04:44, Karka 07:09, Simha 10:07, Kanya 13:08, Tula 16:08, Vrischika 19:09

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 10:15–21:01: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time ends by 10:15

+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Matanga all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:53–10:150 Yoga Shiva 13:58–03:52 (02.06)−1 Rikta tithi 10:15–03:52 (02.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:53

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Amrita; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
FestivalsVat Purnima Vrat · Purnima Vrat

At sunrise 03:52

Tithi14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 12:48 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 05:53 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 15:02 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 12:48 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 05:53nakshatra Anuradha
from 12:48tithi Purnima
from 12:48karana Vishti
from 15:02yoga Siddha
from 02:02 (03.06)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:55
Sunrise03:52
Noon12:27
Sunset21:03
End of twilight22:00
Moonrise20:02
Moonset03:27
Day length17 h 10 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:53from 12:48

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, Vishakha (03:52–05:53) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (05:53–21:03) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:48–21:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 03:52–12:48: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

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, 21:03–22:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)

The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 12:48–14:10
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the first is chosen by rule
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 3.06

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:52–05:53 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–12:48

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:48–03:51 (03.06)

Anandadi: Shubha 03:52–05:53 Anandadi: Amrita 05:53–03:51 (03.06)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 12:48–02:02 (03.06); Bhadra Puchha 21:23–22:42; Bhadra Mukha 22:42–00:54 (03.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:57–03:25
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:28
Godhuli21:03–21:16
Pradosha21:03–22:24
Nishitha00:13–00:40 (03.06)
Amrita Kalam21:12–23:00

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:10–10:19
Yamaganda14:36–16:45
Gulika Kalam03:52–06:01
Dur Muhurta03:52–05:01, 05:01–06:10
Varjyam10:23–12:11

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 05:53–10:03, 13:04–21:03

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha until 05:53, Anuradha from 05:53; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 12:48, Purnima from 12:48; lagna Vrishabha 03:52, Mithuna 04:40, Karka 07:05, Simha 10:03, Kanya 13:04, Tula 16:04, Vrischika 19:05

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 05:53) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 05:53) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 03:52–12:48: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Purnima 12:48–21:03: 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

Ordinary day · score S = −1

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

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–12:48+1 Anandadi: Amrita 05:53–03:51 (03.06)+1 Yoga Shiva 03:52–15:02+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:53–03:51 (03.06)0 Ravi Yoga 03:52–05:53−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:48–03:51 (03.06)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:48–02:02 (03.06)−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 03:52–12:48

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 03:52

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Anandadi: Mrityu, Eclipse (not visible here)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
FestivalsJyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima) · Lunar eclipse, total (not visible here)

At sunrise 03:51

Tithi15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 15:13 more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 08:54 more
YogaSiddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 16:00 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 15:13 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 08:54nakshatra Jyestha
from 15:13tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 15:13karana Balava
from 16:00yoga Sadhya

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:54
Sunrise03:51
Noon12:27
Sunset21:04
End of twilight22:01
Moonrise21:16
Moonset03:45
Day length17 h 12 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)15:13
Lunar eclipse, totalgreatest eclipse 15:09, magnitude 1.242
PhasesPenumbral eclipse begins 12:06
Partial eclipse begins 13:18
Total eclipse begins 14:31
Total eclipse ends 15:47
Partial eclipse ends 17:01
Penumbral eclipse ends 18:12
Visibilitynot visible here (below the horizon)

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 08:54from 15:13

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, Anuradha (03:51–08:54) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (08:54–21:04) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

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 12:48 (02.06)–15:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 2.06

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:13–03:50 (04.06)

Anandadi: Mrityu 03:51–08:54 Anandadi: Kana 08:54–03:50 (04.06)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 14:46–15:39

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:57–03:24
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:28
Godhuli21:04–21:17
Pradosha21:04–22:25
Nishitha00:13–00:41 (04.06)
Amrita Kalam01:54–03:41 (04.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:55–21:04
Yamaganda12:27–14:37
Gulika Kalam16:46–18:55
Dur Muhurta18:46–19:55
Varjyam15:10–16:57

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 03:51–08:54

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Anuradha until 08:54, Jyestha from 08:54; tithi Purnima until 15:13, Krishna-pratipat from 15:13; lagna Vrishabha 03:51, Mithuna 04:36, Karka 07:01, Simha 09:59, Kanya 13:00, Tula 16:00, Vrischika 19:01

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 08:54) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 08:54) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Purnima 03:51–15:13: 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).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+2 Yoga Siddha 03:51–16:00+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–08:540 Auspicious tithi 15:13–03:50 (04.06)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:13–03:50 (04.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:54–03:50 (04.06)−1 Eclipse (not visible here)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 03:51–08:54

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

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Yoga Sadhya; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Eclipse nearby
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:50

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 17:24 more
NakshatraJyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 11:44 more
Gandamula
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 16:46 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 04:20 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 04:20karana Kaulava
from 11:44nakshatra Mula
from 16:46yoga Shubha
from 17:24tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 17:24karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:53
Sunrise03:50
Noon12:27
Sunset21:05
End of twilight22:03
Moonrise22:25
Moonset04:09
Day length17 h 14 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 17:24

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:

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (03:50–11:44) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (11:44–21:05) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Jwalamukhi Yoga 11:44–17:24 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:24–03:49 (05.06)

Anandadi: Padma 03:50–11:44 Anandadi: Lumbaka 11:44–03:49 (05.06)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:03–18:23
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:56–03:23
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:29
Godhuli21:05–21:19
Pradosha21:05–22:26
Nishitha00:14–00:41 (05.06)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:00–08:09
Yamaganda10:18–12:28
Gulika Kalam14:37–16:46
Dur Muhurta13:02–14:11, 16:29–17:38
Varjyamnone on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:50–09:55, 12:56–18:57

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 03:50–09:55, 12:56–18:57
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:50–09:55, 12:56–18:57
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:50–09:55, 12:56–21:05

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Jyestha until 11:44, Mula from 11:44; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 17:24, Krishna-dvitya from 17:24; lagna Vrishabha 03:50, Mithuna 04:32, Karka 06:57, Simha 09:55, Kanya 12:56, Tula 15:56, Vrischika 18:57

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 11:44) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 11:44) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+1 Anandadi: Padma 03:50–11:44+1 Yoga Sadhya 03:50–16:46+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:50–17:240 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:24–03:49 (05.06)−1 Jwalamukhi Yoga 11:44–17:24−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 11:44–03:49 (05.06)−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:50–11:44

Panchanga at sunrise 03:50

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:49

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 19:16 more
NakshatraMula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 14:16 more
Gandamula
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 17:19 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 06:22 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 06:22karana Gara
from 14:16nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 17:19yoga Shukla
from 19:16tithi Krishna-tritya
from 19:16karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:51
Sunrise03:49
Noon12:27
Sunset21:06
End of twilight22:05
Moonrise23:23
Moonset04:44
Day length17 h 16 min

Gardener’s calendar

tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 4, bad — 5

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

taskat sunrisefrom 14:16from 19:16

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, Mula (03:49–14:16) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (14:16–21:06) is good for root crops.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:16–03:49 (06.06)

Anandadi: Chhatra 03:49–14:16 Anandadi: Mitra 14:16–03:49 (06.06)

  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:55–03:22
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:30
Godhuli21:06–21:20
Pradosha21:06–22:27
Nishitha00:14–00:41 (06.06)
Amrita Kalam07:11–08:57

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:47–18:57
Yamaganda08:09–10:18
Gulika Kalam12:28–14:37
Dur Muhurta07:17–08:26, 23:47–00:14 (06.06)
Varjyam12:29–14:16, 00:43–02:28 (06.06)

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 03:49–09:51, 12:52–21:06

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mula until 14:16, Purva-Ashadha from 14:16; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 19:16, Krishna-tritya from 19:16; lagna Vrishabha 03:49, Mithuna 04:29, Karka 06:53, Simha 09:51, Kanya 12:52, Tula 15:52, Vrischika 18:53

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 14:16) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 14:16) — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

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 Shubha 03:49–17:19+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 03:49–14:16+1 Auspicious tithi 03:49–19:160 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:16–03:49 (06.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:49–14:16

Panchanga at sunrise 03:49

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
FestivalsSankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)

At sunrise 03:49

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 20:43 more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 16:25 more
YogaShukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 17:33 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 08:03 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:03karana Vishti
from 16:25nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 17:33yoga Brahma
from 20:43tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 20:43karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:50
Sunrise03:49
Noon12:28
Sunset21:07
End of twilight22:06
Moonrisenone
Moonset05:33
Day length17 h 18 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 16:25from 20:43

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (03:49–16:25) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (16:25–21:07) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:03–20:43: 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, 00:07 (07.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–20:43 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–20:43 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:25–20:43

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:49–16:25 Anandadi: Vajra 16:25–03:48 (07.06)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:03–20:43; Bhadra Puchha 16:16–17:32; Bhadra Mukha 17:32–19:40

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:55–03:22
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:30
Godhuli21:07–21:21
Pradosha21:07–22:27
Nishitha00:14–00:41 (07.06)
Amrita Kalam11:11–12:56

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:28–14:38
Yamaganda05:58–08:08
Gulika Kalam10:18–12:28
Dur Muhurta11:53–13:03
Varjyam00:59–02:42 (07.06)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 16:25–18:49

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 16:25–18:49
Cutting fingernailsaverage 03:49–09:47, 12:48–20:43
Cutting toenailsgood 16:25–18:49
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:49–09:47, 12:48–20:43

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 16:25, Uttara-Ashadha from 16:25; tithi Krishna-tritya until 20:43, Krishna-chaturti from 20:43; lagna Vrishabha 03:49, Mithuna 04:25, Karka 06:49, Simha 09:47, Kanya 12:48, Tula 15:48, Vrischika 18:49

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 16:25) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 16:25) — improved health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 20:43–21:07: 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4

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

+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:49–16:25+1 Yoga Shukla 03:49–17:33+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:49–20:430 Auspicious nakshatra 16:25–03:48 (07.06)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 20:43–03:48 (07.06)0 Rikta tithi 20:43–03:48 (07.06)0 Anandadi: Vajra 16:25–03:48 (07.06)−1 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:25–20:43−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:49–16:25−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–20:43−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–20:43−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:03–20:43

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:49

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Anandadi: Saumya; cons: Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:48

Tithi4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 21:43 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:08 more
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 17:25 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 09:17 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 09:17karana Balava
from 17:25yoga Indra
from 18:08nakshatra Shravana
from 21:43tithi Krishna-panchami
from 21:43karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:49
Sunrise03:48
Noon12:28
Sunset21:08
End of twilight22:08
Moonrise00:07
Moonset06:37
Day length17 h 20 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 18:08

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, Uttara-Ashadha (03:48–18:08) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (18:08–21:08) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:43–03:47 (08.06)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–21:43

Anandadi: Saumya 03:48–11:45 Anandadi: Dhwaja 19:50–03:47 (08.06) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 11:45–19:50

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:54–03:21
Abhijit Muhurta11:53–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:31
Godhuli21:08–21:22
Pradosha21:08–22:28
Nishitha00:14–00:41 (08.06)
Amrita Kalam11:17–13:00

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:38–16:48
Yamaganda03:48–05:58
Gulika Kalam08:08–10:18
Dur Muhurta09:35–10:44, 16:31–17:40
Varjyam22:20–00:01 (08.06)

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 throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 18:08, Shravana from 18:08; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Vrishabha 03:48, Mithuna 04:21, Karka 06:45, Simha 09:43, Kanya 12:44, Tula 15:44, Vrischika 18:45

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 18:08) — improved health; Shravana (from 18:08) — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 03:48–21:08: 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 = 0

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

+2 Yoga Brahma 03:48–17:25+1 Anandadi: Saumya 03:48–11:45+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:48–18:08+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 11:45–19:50−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:48–21:43−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–21:43−2 Rikta tithi 03:48–21:43

Panchanga at sunrise 03:48

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; auspicious time — after 19:21
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:47

Tithi5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 22:11 more
NakshatraShravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 19:21 more
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 16:54 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 10:01 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 10:01karana Taitila
from 16:54yoga Vaidhriti
from 19:21nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 22:11tithi Krishna-shashti
from 22:11karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:48
Sunrise03:47
Noon12:28
Sunset21:09
End of twilight22:09
Moonrise00:40
Moonset07:51
Day length17 h 22 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 19:21

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 (03:47–19:21) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–19:21 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:11–03:46 (09.06)

Anandadi: Prajapati 19:21–03:46 (09.06) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:47–19:21

  • Gandanta (tithi): 21:47–22:35

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:54–03:21
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:31
Godhuli21:09–21:23
Pradosha21:09–22:29
Nishitha00:15–00:41 (09.06)
Amrita Kalam08:26–10:06

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:18–12:28
Yamaganda16:49–18:59
Gulika Kalam05:57–08:08
Dur Muhurta07:16–08:25, 13:03–14:13
Varjyam23:28–01:07 (09.06)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:47–09:39, 12:40–16:54

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 03:47–09:39, 12:40–16:54
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 03:47–09:39, 12:40–16:54
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:47–09:39, 12:40–21:09

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana until 19:21, Dhanishtha from 19:21; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Vrishabha 03:47, Mithuna 04:17, Karka 06:41, Simha 09:39, Kanya 12:40, Tula 15:40, Vrischika 18:42

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 19:21) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 19:21) — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Vaidhriti 16:54–21:09: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +6

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

Auspicious time begins after 19:21

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:47–19:21+2 Yoga Indra 03:47–16:54+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–19:21+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:47–22:110 Anandadi: Prajapati 19:21–03:46 (09.06)−1 Vaidhriti 16:54–03:46 (09.06)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:47–19:21

Panchanga at sunrise 03:47

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Krakacha Yoga
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 22:06 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 20:01 more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 15:56 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 10:13 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 10:13karana Vanija
from 15:56yoga Vishkambha
from 20:01nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 22:06tithi Krishna-saptami
from 22:06karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:47
Sunrise03:46
Noon12:28
Sunset21:10
End of twilight22:10
Moonrise01:03
Moonset09:12
Day length17 h 23 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 20:01

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (20:01–21:10) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 20:01–03:46 (10.06)

Krakacha Yoga 03:46–22:06 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:06–03:46 (10.06)

Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:46–20:01 Anandadi: Ananda 20:01–03:46 (10.06)

  • Bhadra on earth: 22:06–09:50 (10.06); Bhadra Puchha 02:46–03:55 (10.06); Bhadra Mukha 03:55–05:52 (10.06)
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 07:45–16:56 (13.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:54–03:20
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:32
Godhuli21:10–21:24
Pradosha21:10–22:30
Nishitha00:15–00:41 (10.06)
Amrita Kalam09:20–10:58

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:07–10:18
Yamaganda14:39–16:49
Gulika Kalam03:46–05:57
Dur Muhurta03:46–04:56, 04:56–06:06
Varjyam03:15–04:51 (10.06)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 15:56–18:38

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 15:56–18:38
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 15:56–18:38
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:46–09:35, 12:36–21:10

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 20:01, Shatabhisha from 20:01; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:13, Karka 06:37, Simha 09:35, Kanya 12:36, Tula 15:36, Vrischika 18:38

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 20:01) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 20:01) — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Vaidhriti 03:46–15:56: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −6

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:46–20:01+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–20:010 Ravi Yoga 20:01–03:46 (10.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 07:45–03:46 (10.06)−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:46–22:06−3 Vaidhriti 03:46–15:56

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Samvartaka Yoga, Bhadra on earth
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
FestivalsKalashtami

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 21:24 more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 20:06 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 14:31 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 09:50 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 09:50karana Bava
from 14:31yoga Priti
from 20:06nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 21:24tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 21:24karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:46
Sunrise03:46
Noon12:28
Sunset21:11
End of twilight22:11
Moonrise01:20
Moonset10:36
Day length17 h 25 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 20:06

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (03:46–20:06) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (20:06–21:11) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:46–09:50: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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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, 21:24–22:30
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:46–20:06 Tripushkar Yoga 20:06–21:24

Samvartaka Yoga 03:46–21:24 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 21:24–03:45 (11.06)

Anandadi: Chara 20:06–03:45 (11.06) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:46–20:06

  • Bhadra on earth: 22:06 (09.06)–09:50; Bhadra Puchha 02:46–03:55; Bhadra Mukha 03:55–05:52
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 07:45 (09.06)–16:56 (13.06)

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

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:20
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:33
Godhuli21:11–21:24
Pradosha21:11–22:30
Nishitha00:15–00:42 (11.06)
Amrita Kalam12:53–14:29

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:01–21:11
Yamaganda12:29–14:39
Gulika Kalam16:50–19:01
Dur Muhurta18:52–20:02
Varjyam03:15–04:51, 02:22–03:56 (11.06)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:50–20:06

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 09:50–20:06
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 09:50–20:06
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 20:06, Purva-Bhadra from 20:06; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:09, Karka 06:33, Simha 09:31, Kanya 12:32, Tula 15:32, Vrischika 18:34

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 20:06) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 20:06) — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Bhadra on earth 03:46–09:50: 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).

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 Ravi Yoga 03:46–20:06+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–20:060 Yoga Priti 14:31–03:45 (11.06)0 Anandadi: Chara 20:06–03:45 (11.06)0 Tripushkar Yoga 20:06–21:240 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 20:06–03:45 (11.06)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:46–20:06−1 Panchaka all day−1 Bhadra on earth 03:46–09:50−3 Samvartaka Yoga 03:46–21:24

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 — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 20:08 more
NakshatraPurva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 19:36 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 12:36 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 08:50 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:50karana Kaulava
from 12:36yoga Ayushman
from 19:36nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 20:08tithi Krishna-navami
from 20:08karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:45
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:29
Sunset21:12
End of twilight22:12
Moonrise01:33
Moonset12:01
Day length17 h 26 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 19:36from 20:08

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, Purva-Bhadra (03:45–19:36) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (19:36–21:12) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:45–19:36

Anandadi: Musala 03:45–19:36 Anandadi: Gada 19:36–03:45 (12.06)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 07:45 (09.06)–16:56 (13.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:33
Godhuli21:12–21:25
Pradosha21:12–22:31
Nishitha00:15–00:42 (12.06)
Amrita Kalam11:46–13:20

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam05:56–08:07
Yamaganda10:18–12:29
Gulika Kalam14:40–16:51
Dur Muhurta13:04–14:13, 16:33–17:43
Varjyam02:22–03:56

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 19:36–20:08

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 19:36, Uttara-Bhadra from 19:36; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 20:08, Krishna-navami from 20:08; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 04:05, Karka 06:29, Simha 09:27, Kanya 12:28, Tula 15:28, Vrischika 18:30

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 19:36) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 19:36) — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 03:45–20:08: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Krishna-navami 20:08–21:12: 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4

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

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

+1 Yoga Priti 03:45–12:36+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 19:36–03:45 (12.06)−1 Ashtami 03:45–20:08−1 Anandadi: Musala 03:45–19:36−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–19:36−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:45–19:36

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 18:16 more
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 18:31 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 10:13 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 07:16 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 07:16karana Gara
from 10:13yoga Saubhagya
from 18:16tithi Krishna-dashami
from 18:16karana Vanija
from 18:31nakshatra Revati

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:45
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:29
Sunset21:13
End of twilight22:14
Moonrise01:45
Moonset13:27
Day length17 h 28 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 18:16from 18:31

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (03:45–18:31) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (18:31–21:13) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:45–18:31 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:45–18:31

Krakacha Yoga 18:16–03:45 (13.06)

Anandadi: Siddhi 03:45–18:31 Anandadi: Shubha 18:31–03:45 (13.06)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 07:45 (09.06)–16:56 (13.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:34
Godhuli21:13–21:26
Pradosha21:13–22:31
Nishitha00:16–00:42 (13.06)
Amrita Kalam13:56–15:28

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:51–19:02
Yamaganda08:07–10:18
Gulika Kalam12:29–14:40
Dur Muhurta07:15–08:24, 23:50–00:16 (13.06)
Varjyam04:46–06:18

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 03:45–09:23, 12:24–21:13

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 18:31, Revati from 18:31; tithi Krishna-navami until 18:16, Krishna-dashami from 18:16; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 04:01, Karka 06:26, Simha 09:23, Kanya 12:24, Tula 15:25, Vrischika 18:26, Dhanu 21:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 18:31) — a good life; Revati (from 18:31) — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Krishna-navami 03:45–18:16: 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 03:45–18:31+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 03:45–18:31+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–18:31+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:45–10:13+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:45–18:31−1 Krakacha Yoga 18:16–03:45 (13.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 03:45–18:16

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Anandadi: Utpata
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 15:54 more
NakshatraRevati, pada 2 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 16:56 more
Gandamula
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 07:24 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 05:09 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 05:09karana Vishti
from 07:24yoga Shobhana
from 15:54tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 15:54karana Bava
from 16:56nakshatra Ashwini
from 02:33 (14.06)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:44
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:29
Sunset21:14
End of twilight22:14
Moonrise01:56
Moonset14:56
Day length17 h 29 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 15:54from 16:56

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (03:45–16:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:09–15:54: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Utpata 03:45–16:56 Anandadi: Mrityu 16:56–03:44 (14.06)

  • Bhadra on earth: 05:09–15:54; Bhadra Puchha 06:43–07:47; Bhadra Mukha 07:47–09:36
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 07:45 (09.06)–16:56
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:23–22:28
  • Gandanta (tithi): 15:32–16:15
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati

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 (14.06)
Amrita Kalam14:42–16:11

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:29–14:40
Yamaganda05:56–08:07
Gulika Kalam10:18–12:29
Dur Muhurta11:54–13:04
Varjyam05:44–07:13

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:45–05:09, 15:54–18:22

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 03:45–05:09, 15:54–18:22
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 03:45–05:09, 15:54–18:22
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:45–09:19, 12:20–21:07

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati until 16:56, Ashwini from 16:56; tithi Krishna-dashami until 15:54, Krishna-ekadashi from 15:54; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 03:57, Karka 06:22, Simha 09:19, Kanya 12:20, Tula 15:21, Vrischika 18:22, Dhanu 21:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 16:56) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 16:56) — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Bhadra on earth 05:09–15:54: 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).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4

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

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–16:56+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:45–07:24+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Panchaka 03:45–16:56−3 Anandadi: Utpata 03:45–16:56−3 Bhadra on earth 05:09–15:54

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
FestivalsYogini Ekadashi · Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba)

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 13:05 more
NakshatraAshwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 14:54 more
Gandamula
YogaShobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 04:11 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 13:05 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 04:11yoga Atiganda
from 13:05tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 13:05karana Kaulava
from 14:54nakshatra Bharani
from 23:33karana Taitila
from 00:39 (15.06)yoga Sukarma

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:44
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:29
Sunset21:14
End of twilight22:15
Moonrise02:07
Moonset16:28
Day length17 h 30 min

Sky

Mithuna Sankranti07:30 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini)

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 13:05from 14:54

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (14:54–21:14) 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 15:54 (13.06)–13:05
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 03:44–07:14 (15.06)

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, 07:30–13:54
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–14:54

Anandadi: Manasa 03:44–14:54 Anandadi: Padma 14:54–03:44 (15.06)

  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:34
Godhuli21:14–21:27
Pradosha21:14–22:32
Nishitha00:16–00:42 (15.06)
Amrita Kalam08:19–09:47

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:41–16:52
Yamaganda03:44–05:56
Gulika Kalam08:07–10:18
Dur Muhurta09:34–10:44, 16:34–17:44
Varjyam11:14–12:42, 23:33–01:00 (15.06)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:44–09:15, 12:17–14:54

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini until 14:54, Bharani from 14:54; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 13:05, Krishna-dvadashi from 13:05; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:53, Karka 06:18, Simha 09:15, Kanya 12:17, Tula 15:17, Vrischika 18:18, Dhanu 21:03

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 14:54) — joy; Bharani (from 14:54) — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.

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

  • Sankranti at 07:30 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +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: Sankranti day

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–14:54+1 Anandadi: Manasa 03:44–14:54+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–14:54+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:44–04:11+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Atiganda 04:11–06:140 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 14:54–03:44 (15.06)−1 Sankranti day

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Sukarma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
FestivalsPradosha Vrat

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 09:56 more
NakshatraBharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 12:32 more
YogaSukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 20:53 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 09:56 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 09:56tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 09:56karana Gara
from 12:32nakshatra Krittika
from 20:16karana Vanija
from 20:53yoga Dhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:29
Sunset21:15
End of twilight22:16
Moonrise02:21
Moonset18:04
Day length17 h 31 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:56from 12:32

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, Bharani (03:44–12:32) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (12:32–21:15) 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, 21:15–22:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–09:56

Anandadi: Chhatra 12:32–03:44 (16.06) Anandadi: Mudgara 03:44–12:32

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
Nishitha00:16–00:42 (16.06)
Amrita Kalam08:13–09:39

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:18–12:30
Yamaganda16:52–19:04
Gulika Kalam05:55–08:07
Dur Muhurta07:14–08:24, 13:05–14:15
Varjyam23:15–00:41 (16.06)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–09:12, 12:13–18:14

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 03:44–09:12, 12:13–18:14
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:44–09:12, 12:13–18:14
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:44–09:12, 12:13–21:15

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani until 12:32, Krittika from 12:32; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 09:56, Krishna-trayodashi from 09:56; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:49, Karka 06:14, Simha 09:12, Kanya 12:13, Tula 15:13, Vrischika 18:14, Dhanu 21:00

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 12:32) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 12:32) — consumption (a wasting disease); Friday — universal respect.

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+1 Yoga Sukarma 03:44–20:53+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 12:32–03:44 (16.06)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 03:44–12:32−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–12:32−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–09:56

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Krishna Chaturdashi
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
FestivalsMasik Shivaratri

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 06:33 more
NakshatraKrittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 09:58 more
YogaDhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 16:59 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 06:33 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 06:33tithi Krishna-chaturdashi (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 06:33karana Vishti
from 09:58nakshatra Rohini
from 16:50karana Shakuni
from 16:59yoga Shula
from 03:06 (17.06)tithi Amavasya
from 03:06 (17.06)karana Chatushpada

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:30
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:17
Moonrise02:40
Moonset19:41
Day length17 h 31 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 06:33from 09:58

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, Krittika (03:44–09:58) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (09:58–21:16) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:33–16:50: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shakuni 16:50–21:16: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 06:33–21:16: 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, 00:17–00:43 (17.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:33–03:06 (17.06) Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:58–03:44 (17.06) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:58–03:44 (17.06)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 03:44–09:58 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 09:58–03:44 (17.06)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 06:33–16:50; Bhadra Mukha 06:33–08:16; Bhadra Puchha 15:48–16:50

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 (17.06)
Amrita Kalam07:49–09:15

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:07–10:18
Yamaganda14:41–16:53
Gulika Kalam03:44–05:55
Dur Muhurta03:44–04:54, 04:54–06:04
Varjyam00:13–01:38 (17.06)

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 03:44–06:33, 12:09–20:56

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika until 09:58, Rohini from 09:58; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 06:33, Krishna-chaturdashi from 06:33; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:45, Karka 06:10, Simha 09:08, Kanya 12:09, Tula 15:09, Vrischika 18:10, Dhanu 20:56

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 09:58) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 09:58) — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 06:33–21:16: 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 Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • 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 = 0

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

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 09:58–03:44 (17.06)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:33–03:06 (17.06)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 03:44–09:58+1 Yoga Dhriti 03:44–16:59+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:58–03:44 (17.06)0 Yoga Shula 16:59–18:39−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:33–16:50−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:33–03:06 (17.06)

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 — Amavasya, Eclipse (not visible here)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
FestivalsJyeshtha Amavasya · Solar eclipse, partial (not visible here)

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 23:41 more
NakshatraRohini, pada 4 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 07:20 more
YogaShula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 13:05 more
KaranaChatushpada (fixed, inauspicious) · until 13:23 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 07:20nakshatra Mrigashirsha
from 13:05yoga Ganda
from 13:23karana Naga
from 23:41tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 23:41karana Kimstughna

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:30
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:17
Moonrise03:07
Moonset21:12
Day length17 h 32 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)23:41
Solar eclipse, partialgreatest eclipse 23:27, magnitude 0.038
Visibilitynot visible here (outside the eclipse zone)

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 07:20

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, Rohini (03:44–07:20) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (07:20–21:16) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Chatushpada 03:44–13:23: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Naga 13:23–21:16: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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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 03:06–23:41
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:41–03:44 (18.06)

Anandadi: Prajapati 03:44–07:20 Anandadi: Saumya 07:20–03:44 (18.06)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 23:21–00:02 (18.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:35
Godhuli21:16–21:29
Pradosha21:16–22:34
Nishitha00:17–00:43 (18.06)
Amrita Kalam04:29–05:54, 20:55–22:21

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:05–21:16
Yamaganda12:30–14:41
Gulika Kalam16:53–19:05
Dur Muhurta18:56–20:06
Varjyam12:20–13:46

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 03:44–09:04, 12:05–20:52

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini until 07:20, Mrigashirsha from 07:20; tithi Amavasya; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:06, Simha 09:04, Kanya 12:05, Tula 15:05, Vrischika 18:06, Dhanu 20:52

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 07:20) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 07:20) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Amavasya 03:44–21:16: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2

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

Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya

+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 03:44–07:20+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–07:200 Yoga Ganda 13:05–15:06−1 Eclipse (not visible here)−3 Amavasya 03:44–23:41

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: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Eclipse nearby, Anandadi: Kaladanda
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
FestivalsChandra Darshan · Ashadha Gupta Navaratri

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 20:30 more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 4 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 04:47 more
YogaGanda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 09:17 more
KaranaKimstughna (fixed) · until 10:04 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 04:47nakshatra Ardra
from 09:17yoga Vriddhi
from 10:04karana Bava
from 20:30tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 20:30karana Balava
from 02:30 (19.06)nakshatra Punarvasu

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:30
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:18
Moonrise03:47
Moonset22:27
Day length17 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 04:47from 20:30

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, Mrigashirsha (03:44–04:47) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Kimstughna 03:44–10:04: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)

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

Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 21:17–22:27
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:17–22:27

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 23:41 (17.06)–20:30
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 03:44–09:35
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 11:55–13:05

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1

Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:44–04:47 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–04:47

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:30–03:44 (19.06)

Anandadi: Ananda 03:44–04:47 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:47–02:30 (19.06) Anandadi: Dhumra 02:30–03:44 (19.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:36
Godhuli21:17–21:29
Pradosha21:17–22:34
Nishitha00:17–00:43 (19.06)
Amrita Kalam17:27–18:54

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam05:55–08:07
Yamaganda10:18–12:30
Gulika Kalam14:42–16:53
Dur Muhurta13:05–14:15, 16:36–17:46
Varjyam12:23–13:50

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–09:00, 12:01–18:02, 20:30–21:17

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 03:44–09:00, 12:01–18:02, 20:30–21:17
Cutting fingernailsaverage 03:44–09:00, 12:01–18:02, 20:30–21:17
Cutting toenailsaverage 03:44–09:00, 12:01–18:02
Bathing, washing hairgood 20:30–20:48

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 04:47, Ardra from 04:47; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 20:30, Shukla-dvitya from 20:30; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:02, Simha 09:00, Kanya 12:01, Tula 15:01, Vrischika 18:02, Dhanu 20:48

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 04:47) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 04:47) — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–04:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Vriddhi 09:17–03:44 (19.06)0 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:44–04:470 Anandadi: Ananda 03:44–04:470 Auspicious tithi 20:30–03:44 (19.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:30–03:44 (19.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:47–02:30 (19.06)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:47–02:30 (19.06)−1 Eclipse nearby

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 — Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
FestivalsRatha Yatra

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 17:40 more
NakshatraPunarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 00:37 (20.06) more
YogaVriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 05:43 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 07:02 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 05:43yoga Dhruva
from 07:02karana Kaulava
from 17:40tithi Shukla-tritya
from 17:40karana Taitila
from 00:37 (20.06)nakshatra Pushya
from 02:31 (20.06)yoga Vyaghata

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:30
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:18
Moonrise04:46
Moonset23:20
Day length17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 17:40

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

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

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

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 20:30 (18.06)–17:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 03:44–17:40 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:40–03:44 (20.06) Ravi Yoga 00:37–03:44 (20.06)

Anandadi: Sthira 03:44–00:37 (20.06) Anandadi: Vardhamana 00:37–03:44 (20.06)

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

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma 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 Kalam22:24–23:52

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:54–19:05
Yamaganda08:07–10:19
Gulika Kalam12:30–14:42
Dur Muhurta07:14–08:25, 23:52–00:17 (20.06)
Varjyam13:33–15:02

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernailsaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsaverage 03:44–08:56, 11:57–21:17
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:44–08:56, 11:57–20:44

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 17:40, Shukla-tritya from 17:40; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:58, Simha 08:56, Kanya 11:57, Tula 14:57, Vrischika 17:58, Dhanu 20:44

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

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

+1 Anandadi: Sthira 03:44–00:37 (20.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–00:37 (20.06)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 03:44–05:43+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–17:400 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:40–03:44 (20.06)0 Tripushkar Yoga 03:44–17:40−1 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 03:44

SummaryBest day — Pushya, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 05:42; auspicious time — until 15:21
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 15:21 more
NakshatraPushya, pada 1 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 23:17 more
YogaVyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 23:47 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 04:26 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 04:26karana Gara
from 15:21tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 15:21karana Vanija
from 23:17nakshatra Ashlesha
from 23:47yoga Harshana
from 02:25 (21.06)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:30
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise06:03
Moonset23:54
Day length17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 15:21

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 (03:44–21:17) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:44–23:17

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–15:21 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–15:21

Anandadi: Matanga 03:44–23:17 Anandadi: Rakshasa 23:17–03:44 (21.06)

  • Bhadra on earth: 02:25–13:39 (21.06); Bhadra Mukha 02:30–04:22 (21.06); Bhadra Puchha 12:32–13:39 (21.06)

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
Nishitha00:18–00:43 (21.06)
Amrita Kalam17:14–18:45

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:30–14:42
Yamaganda05:55–08:07
Gulika Kalam10:19–12:30
Dur Muhurta11:55–13:06
Varjyam08:10–09:41

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:44–08:52, 11:53–15:21

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 03:44–08:52, 11:53–15:21
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 03:44–08:52, 11:53–15:21
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:44–08:52, 11:53–15:21

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Shukla-tritya until 15:21, Shukla-chaturti from 15:21; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:54, Simha 08:52, Kanya 11:53, Tula 14:53, Vrischika 17:54, Dhanu 20:40

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya — increase in wealth; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 15:21–21:17: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +6

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

Auspicious time begins after 05:42

Auspicious time ends by 15:21

+2 Pushya 03:44–23:17+2 Ravi Yoga 03:44–23:17+1 Anandadi: Matanga 03:44–23:17+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–15:210 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–15:21 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–15:21 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vyaghata 03:44–05:42−1 Rikta tithi 15:21–03:44 (21.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
FestivalsVinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 13:39 more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 22:37 more
Gandamula
YogaHarshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 21:36 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 13:39 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 13:39tithi Shukla-panchami
from 13:39karana Bava
from 21:36yoga Vajra
from 22:37nakshatra Magha
from 01:05 (22.06)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:42
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:31
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise07:29
Moonsetnone
Day length17 h 33 min

Sky

Summer solstice19:06

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:39

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) 03:44–13:39: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha

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

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:45–13:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:03–22:37 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:39–03:44 (22.06)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–13:39 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 22:37–03:44 (22.06)

Anandadi: Amrita 03:44–22:37 Anandadi: Musala 22:37–03:44 (22.06)

  • Bhadra on earth: 02:25–13:39; Bhadra Mukha 02:30–04:22; Bhadra Puchha 12:32–13:39
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:43–04:34 (22.06)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:56–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:37
Godhuli21:17–21:30
Pradosha21:17–22:35
Nishitha00:18–00:44 (22.06)
Amrita Kalam21:04–22:37

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:42–16:54
Yamaganda03:44–05:56
Gulika Kalam08:07–10:19
Dur Muhurta09:35–10:45, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam11:44–13:17

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:39–21:17

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 13:39–21:17
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 13:39–21:17
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:44–08:48, 11:49–21:17

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 13:39, Shukla-panchami from 13:39; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:50, Simha 08:48, Kanya 11:49, Tula 14:49, Vrischika 17:50, Dhanu 20:36

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

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 03:44–13:39: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 03:44–13:39: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = 0

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

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+2 Ravi Yoga 07:03–22:37+1 Anandadi: Amrita 03:44–22:37+1 Yoga Harshana 03:44–21:36+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:39–03:44 (22.06)0 Auspicious tithi 13:39–03:44 (22.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–13:39 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–22:37−2 Rikta tithi 03:44–13:39−3 Bhadra on earth 03:44–13:39

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Kana
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
FestivalsSkanda Shashti

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 12:42 more
NakshatraMagha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 22:43 more
Gandamula
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 20:02 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 12:42 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 12:42tithi Shukla-shashti
from 12:42karana Kaulava
from 20:02yoga Siddhi
from 22:43nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 00:32 (23.06)karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:31
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise08:55
Moonset00:17
Day length17 h 33 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 12:42

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

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

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

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

Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 12:42–03:44 (23.06)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:42–03:44 (23.06) Ravi Yoga 22:43–03:44 (23.06) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 22:43–03:44 (23.06)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:44–12:42

Anandadi: Siddhi 22:43–03:44 (23.06) Anandadi: Kana 03:44–22:43

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 16:43 (21.06)–04:34
  • Gandanta (tithi): 12:19–13:06
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta11:56–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:37
Godhuli21:18–21:31
Pradosha21:18–22:35
Nishitha00:18–00:44 (23.06)
Amrita Kalam20:19–21:55

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:19–12:31
Yamaganda16:54–19:06
Gulika Kalam05:56–08:07
Dur Muhurta07:15–08:25, 13:06–14:16
Varjyam10:40–12:17

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–17:47

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 03:44–17:47
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:44–17:47
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:44–20:32

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Shukla-panchami until 12:42, Shukla-shashti from 12:42; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:46, Simha 08:44, Kanya 11:45, Tula 14:45, Vrischika 17:47, Dhanu 20:32

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.

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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5

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

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

+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–12:420 Yoga Siddhi 20:02–03:44 (23.06)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:42–03:44 (23.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Gandanta 03:44–04:34−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–22:43−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:44–12:42−3 Anandadi: Kana 03:44–22:43

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Ravi Yoga; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 12:33 more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 23:37 more
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 19:06 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 12:33 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 12:33tithi Shukla-saptami
from 12:33karana Gara
from 19:06yoga Vyatipata
from 23:37nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 00:46 (24.06)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:44
Noon12:31
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise10:18
Moonset00:33
Day length17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:33

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

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

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:44–23:37 Tripushkar Yoga 23:37–03:45 (24.06)

Krakacha Yoga 03:44–12:33 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:33–03:45 (24.06)

Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:44–23:37 Anandadi: Utpata 23:37–03:45 (24.06)

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

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma 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 (24.06)
Amrita Kalam16:58–18:38

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:08–10:19
Yamaganda14:43–16:54
Gulika Kalam03:44–05:56
Dur Muhurta03:44–04:55, 04:55–06:05
Varjyam07:01–08:41

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:33–17:43

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 12:33–17:43
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 12:33–17:43
Bathing, washing hairaverage 12:33–20:28

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-shashti until 12:33, Shukla-saptami from 12:33; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:42, Simha 08:40, Kanya 11:41, Tula 14:41, Vrischika 17:43, Dhanu 20:28

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Vyatipata 19:06–21:18: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

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 Siddhi 03:44–19:06+2 Ravi Yoga 03:44–23:37+1 Auspicious tithi 12:33–03:45 (24.06)0 Tripushkar Yoga 23:37–03:45 (24.06)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:33–03:45 (24.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vyatipata 19:06–03:45 (24.06)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:44–23:37−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–23:37−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:44–12:33

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Samvartaka Yoga
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 13:11 more
NakshatraUttara-Phalguni, pada 1 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 01:15 (25.06) more
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 18:47 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 13:11 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 13:11tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 13:11karana Vishti
from 18:47yoga Variyana
from 01:15 (25.06)nakshatra Hasta
from 01:47 (25.06)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:43
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:31
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise11:36
Moonset00:45
Day length17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:11

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (03:45–21:18) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:11–21:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 03:45–13:11 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 01:15–03:45 (25.06)

Samvartaka Yoga 03:45–13:11

Anandadi: Mitra 03:45–01:15 (25.06) Anandadi: Manasa 01:15–03:45 (25.06)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 13:11–01:47 (25.06); Bhadra Puchha 15:05–16:21; Bhadra Mukha 16:21–18:28

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

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma 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 (25.06)
Amrita Kalam17:33–19:16

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:06–21:18
Yamaganda12:31–14:43
Gulika Kalam16:55–19:06
Dur Muhurta18:57–20:08
Varjyam07:18–09:01

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 03:45–20:24

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-saptami until 13:11, Shukla-ashtami from 13:11; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:38, Simha 08:36, Kanya 11:37, Tula 14:37, Vrischika 17:39, Dhanu 20:24

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 13:11–21:18: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Vyatipata 03:45–18:47: 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 = −2

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Mitra 03:45–01:15 (25.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–01:15 (25.06)+1 Auspicious tithi 03:45–13:110 Yoga Variyana 18:47–03:45 (25.06)0 Tripushkar Yoga 03:45–13:110 Ashtami 13:11–03:45 (25.06)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 13:11–03:45 (25.06)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:11–01:47 (25.06)−3 Samvartaka Yoga 03:45–13:11−3 Vyatipata 03:45–18:47

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Variyana; cons: Surya Dagdha tithi, Anandadi: Vajra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
FestivalsMasik Durgashtami

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 14:33 more
NakshatraHasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 03:32 (26.06) more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 19:01 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 14:33 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 14:33tithi Shukla-navami
from 14:33karana Balava
from 19:01yoga Parigha
from 03:27 (26.06)karana Kaulava
from 03:32 (26.06)nakshatra Chitra

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:44
Sunrise03:45
Noon12:32
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise12:52
Moonset00:55
Day length17 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 14:33

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (03:45–21:18) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Masik Durgashtami · Durga

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 13:11 (24.06)–14:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:32–03:46 (26.06)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:32–03:46 (26.06)

Anandadi: Vajra 03:45–03:32 (26.06) Anandadi: Mudgara 03:32–03:46 (26.06)

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-ashtami

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta11:56–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:18–21:31
Pradosha21:18–22:35
Nishitha00:19–00:45 (26.06)
Amrita Kalam20:58–22:43

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam05:57–08:08
Yamaganda10:20–12:31
Gulika Kalam14:43–16:55
Dur Muhurta13:07–14:17, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam10:27–12:12

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 03:45–08:32, 11:33–14:33

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 14:33, Shukla-navami from 14:33; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:34, Simha 08:32, Kanya 11:33, Tula 14:33, Vrischika 17:35, Dhanu 20:20

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 03:45–14:33: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Shukla-navami 14:33–21:18: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–03:32 (26.06)+1 Yoga Variyana 03:45–19:01+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Parigha 19:01–03:46 (26.06)−1 Ashtami 03:45–14:33−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:45–03:32 (26.06)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:45–14:33

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: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 16:29 more
NakshatraChitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 06:18 (27.06) more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 19:41 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 16:29 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 16:29tithi Shukla-dashami
from 16:29karana Taitila
from 19:41yoga Shiva

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:44
Sunrise03:46
Noon12:32
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise14:06
Moonset01:04
Day length17 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 16:29

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 (03:46–21:18) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Krakacha Yoga 16:29–03:46 (27.06)

Anandadi: Dhwanksha all day

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 (27.06)
Amrita Kalam23:10–00:57 (27.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:55–19:06
Yamaganda08:09–10:20
Gulika Kalam12:32–14:43
Dur Muhurta07:16–08:26, 23:53–00:19 (27.06)
Varjyam12:27–14:15

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:29–21:18

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 16:29–21:18
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 16:29–21:18
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:46–08:28, 11:29–21:18

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Shukla-navami until 16:29, Shukla-dashami from 16:29; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:30, Simha 08:28, Kanya 11:29, Tula 14:29, Vrischika 17:31, Dhanu 20:16

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Shukla-navami 03:46–16:29: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day0 Auspicious tithi 16:29–03:46 (27.06)0 Yoga Shiva 19:41–03:46 (27.06)−1 Krakacha Yoga 16:29–03:46 (27.06)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha all day−1 Yoga Parigha 03:46–07:21−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 03:46–16:29

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

SummaryBest day — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 06:18
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 18:50 more
NakshatraChitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 06:18 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 20:38 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 05:38 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 05:38karana Gara
from 06:18nakshatra Swati
from 18:50tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 18:50karana Vanija
from 20:38yoga Siddha

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:45
Sunrise03:46
Noon12:32
Sunset21:18
End of twilight22:19
Moonrise15:19
Moonset01:13
Day length17 h 31 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 06:18from 18:50

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (03:46–06:18) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (06:18–21:18) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:46–06:18 Anandadi: Dhumra 06:18–03:47 (28.06)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 18:24–19:17

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:54–03:20
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:18–21:31
Pradosha21:18–22:35
Nishitha00:19–00:45 (28.06)
Amrita Kalam23:26–01:14 (28.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:32–14:43
Yamaganda05:58–08:09
Gulika Kalam10:20–12:32
Dur Muhurta11:57–13:07
Varjyam12:37–14:25

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:46–08:24, 11:25–17:27

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 03:46–08:24, 11:25–17:27
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 03:46–08:24, 11:25–17:27
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:46–08:24, 11:25–20:12

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra until 06:18, Swati from 06:18; tithi Shukla-dashami until 18:50, Shukla-ekadashi from 18:50; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:27, Simha 08:24, Kanya 11:25, Tula 14:26, Vrischika 17:27, Dhanu 20:12

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 06:18) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 06:18) — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +5

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

Auspicious time ends by 06:18

+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–06:18+1 Yoga Shiva 03:46–20:38+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:46–18:50−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 06:18–03:47 (28.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

SummaryBest day — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 08:06
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsDevshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)

At sunrise 03:47

Tithi11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 21:23 more
NakshatraSwati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 09:21 more
YogaSiddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 21:43 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 08:06 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 08:06karana Vishti
from 09:21nakshatra Vishakha
from 21:23tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 21:23karana Bava
from 21:43yoga Sadhya

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:46
Sunrise03:47
Noon12:32
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:18
Moonrise16:34
Moonset01:23
Day length17 h 30 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 09:21

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 (03:47–09:21) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (09:21–21:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:06–21:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) · Vishnu

Vishnu enters his four-month sleep on the serpent Shesha — Chaturmasya begins. Weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras are not held until Devutthana Ekadashi; vows are taken and sadhana is intensified.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:50 (27.06)–21:23
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:01–07:17 (29.06)

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:47–09:21

Anandadi: Sthira 03:47–09:21 Anandadi: Vardhamana 09:21–03:47 (29.06)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 08:06–21:23; Bhadra Puchha 13:25–14:45; Bhadra Mukha 14:45–16:57

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 (29.06)
Amrita Kalam02:32–04:20 (29.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:43–16:55
Yamaganda03:47–05:58
Gulika Kalam08:09–10:21
Dur Muhurta09:37–10:47, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam15:41–17:29

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:47–08:20

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 03:47–08:20
Cutting fingernailsaverage 03:47–09:21, 11:21–17:23
Cutting toenailsgood 03:47–08:20
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:47–08:20

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 09:21, Vishakha from 09:21; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Mithuna 03:47, Karka 05:23, Simha 08:20, Kanya 11:21, Tula 14:22, Vrischika 17:23, Dhanu 20:08

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 09:21) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 09:21) — loss of money; Thursday — success.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +6

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

Auspicious time ends by 08:06

+2 Yoga Siddha 03:47–21:43+2 Ravi Yoga 03:47–09:21+1 Anandadi: Sthira 03:47–09:21+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–09:21+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:47–21:230 Chaturmasya−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:06–21:23

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:47

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga; auspicious time — after 12:29
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 03:47

Tithi12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 23:54 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 12:29 more
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 22:47 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 10:39 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 10:39karana Balava
from 12:29nakshatra Anuradha
from 22:47yoga Shubha
from 23:54tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 23:54karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:46
Sunrise03:47
Noon12:32
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:18
Moonrise17:49
Moonset01:35
Day length17 h 29 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:29

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 (03:47–12:29) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (12:29–21:17) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:29–03:48 (30.06)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–23:54

Anandadi: Matanga 03:47–12:29 Anandadi: Rakshasa 12:29–03:48 (30.06)

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
Nishitha00:20–00:46 (30.06)
Amrita Kalam02:32–04:20, 03:47–05:35 (30.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:21–12:32
Yamaganda16:55–19:06
Gulika Kalam05:59–08:10
Dur Muhurta07:17–08:27, 13:07–14:17
Varjyam16:59–18:47

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:47–08:17, 11:18–17:19

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 03:47–08:17, 11:18–17:19
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:47–08:17, 11:18–17:19
Bathing, washing hairgood 12:29–20:04

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha until 12:29, Anuradha from 12:29; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Mithuna 03:47, Karka 05:19, Simha 08:17, Kanya 11:18, Tula 14:18, Vrischika 17:19, Dhanu 20:04

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 12:29) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 12:29) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Friday — universal respect.

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +6

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

Auspicious time begins after 12:29

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:29–03:48 (30.06)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 03:47–12:29+1 Yoga Sadhya 03:47–22:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:29–03:48 (30.06)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–23:54 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 12:29–03:48 (30.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:47

SummaryFavourable day — Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Amrita; auspicious time — until 15:29
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVibhava (No. 2) · Shaka 1850 · Vikram 1985 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsShani Pradosha

At sunrise 03:48

Tithi13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 02:14 (01.07) more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 15:29 more
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 23:43 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 13:06 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 13:06karana Taitila
from 15:29nakshatra Jyestha
from 23:43yoga Shukla
from 02:14 (01.07)tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 02:14 (01.07)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:47
Sunrise03:48
Noon12:33
Sunset21:17
End of twilight22:17
Moonrise19:03
Moonset01:50
Day length17 h 28 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 15:29

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 (03:48–15:29) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (15:29–21:17) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Shani Pradosha · Shiva

Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:17–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 15:29–03:49 (01.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:14–03:49 (01.07)

Anandadi: Amrita 03:48–15:29 Anandadi: Musala 15:29–03:49 (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 Kalam03:47–05:35

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:10–10:21
Yamaganda14:43–16:55
Gulika Kalam03:48–05:59
Dur Muhurta03:48–04:58, 04:58–06:08
Varjyam21:43–23:30

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:48–08:13, 11:14–17:15

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:48–08:13, 11:14–17:15
Cutting fingernailsbad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsaverage 03:48–08:13, 11:14–17:15
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:48–20:01

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha until 15:29, Jyestha from 15:29; tithi Shukla-triodashi; lagna Mithuna 03:48, Karka 05:15, Simha 08:13, Kanya 11:14, Tula 14:14, Vrischika 17:15, Dhanu 20:01

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 15:29) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 15:29) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time ends by 15:29

+2 Yoga Shubha 03:48–23:43+1 Anandadi: Amrita 03:48–15:29+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:48–15:29+1 Auspicious tithi 03:48–02:14 (01.07)+1 Ravi Yoga 15:29–03:49 (01.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Musala 15:29–03:49 (01.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:29–03:49 (01.07)−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 03:48

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.
Vibhava (No. 2 of 60, “splendour, prosperity”) — A year of prosperity: plenty, contented people, well-being in affairs and in the family.
Northern samvatsara: Vikrama (No. 14)
Shaka Samvat 1850 · Vikram Samvat 1985 · Kali Yuga 5029
Next year — Shukla, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 9.04.1929
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-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.
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)
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.
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.
Shukra vara — Venus Day
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.
Dawn
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Sunrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
Noon
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
Sunset
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of twilight
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Moonrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
Moonset
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Gardener’s calendar
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.

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

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

Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
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.
Brahma Muhurta
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
Abhijit Muhurta
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
Vijaya Muhurta
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
Godhuli
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
Pradosha
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Nishitha
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
Amrita Kalam
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Dur Muhurta
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
Varjyam
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
Cutting fingernails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
Cutting toenails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
weekday
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.
Friday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vishakha
−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-triodashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
tithi
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
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.
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.
Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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.
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.
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 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: 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.
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: 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.
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
Bhadra
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.
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 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
Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
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.
Eclipse nearby
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.
Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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)
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.
Bava (movable)
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Ravi vara — Sun Day
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
The exact opposition of the Sun and the Moon: the Moon is at full strength. A time for fasts, pujas and charity.
Lunar eclipse, total
The Moon enters the Earth’s shadow (occurs only at full moon). Sutak begins 9 hours (3 praharas) before the eclipse; during it — japa and meditation, afterwards — a holy bath and dana.
The luminary is completely covered: the Sun by the Moon, the Moon by the Earth’s shadow.
The Moon touches the Earth’s penumbra; the dimming is not yet noticeable.
The Moon begins to enter the Earth’s shadow — from this point the eclipse is visible to the naked eye.
The Moon has fully entered the Earth’s shadow.
The edge of the Moon emerges from the Earth’s shadow.
The Moon has completely left the Earth’s shadow.
The Moon leaves the penumbra — the eclipse is over.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

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: Mrityu — “death”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Kana — “one-eyed, defective”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Gandanta
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Eclipse (not visible here)
There is an eclipse on this date, but it is not visible at this location (or it is only penumbral): Sutak and eclipse rites are not observed, the influence is weak; important undertakings are still better postponed.
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.
Jyestha (18)
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
Sadhya (22) — “attainable, amenable”
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Balava (movable)
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 Jyestha
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: 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.
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.
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.
Gandamula
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
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.
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.
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
Anandadi: Chhatra — “royal parasol”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Mitra — “friend”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Tuesday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purva-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.
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.
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 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: 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.
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
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.
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 5 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 12:00–13:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 12:29–13:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Wednesday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Uttara-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
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.
Guru vara — Jupiter Day
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Thursday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-panchami (5, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
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)
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.
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.
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 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).
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
Anandadi: 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.
Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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-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
Vaidhriti (27) — “without support, discord”
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Gara (movable)
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 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: 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.
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.
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.
Mrityu Panchaka
Began on a Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Shatabhisha
+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.
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
Vishkambha (1) — “prop, bolt”
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Vishti (movable)
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 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.
Tripushkar Yoga
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Anandadi: 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: 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.
Samvartaka Yoga
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
Bhadra on earth
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Krishna-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
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-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.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Anandadi: Musala — “pestle, club”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
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.
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)
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.
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-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
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.
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.
Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Dhanu
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”
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.
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)
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.
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 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-dashami
any undertakings
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
nakshatra Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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-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.
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.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
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.
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.
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.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Amrita Siddhi Yoga
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
Rohini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shula (9) — “spear, sharp pain”
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Krishna Chaturdashi
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
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.
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)
Chatushpada (fixed)
Deity: Vrisha (the sacred bull)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for work with cattle, worship of cows and rites for the ancestors (shraddha).
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
The exact conjunction of the Sun and the Moon — the start of a new lunar month in the amanta system. A day for the ancestors and inner work.
Solar eclipse, partial
The Moon covers the Sun (occurs only at new moon). Traditionally it is Rahu’s time: Sutak begins 12 hours (4 praharas) before the eclipse; during the eclipse people refrain from eating and recite mantras, and afterwards take a holy bath and give dana.
Only part of the disc is covered: the Sun’s by the Moon, or the Moon’s by the Earth’s shadow.
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
nakshatra Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Amavasya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Ganda (10) — “danger, knot”
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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.
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)
Kimstughna (fixed)
Deity: Vayu (Marut)
Fixed, but auspicious: good for auspicious ceremonies, offerings and homa, work for prosperity and livelihood.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

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

Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
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.
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.
Ardra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vriddhi (11) — “growth, increase”
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Shukla-dvitya (2, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
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
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 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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
Punarvasu
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya (3, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
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
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.
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
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.
Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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
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.
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 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
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable 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.
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
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.
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-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
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.
Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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
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-shashti
plowing the ground
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-saptami
+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.
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.
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
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.
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-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ashtami
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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.
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
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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-navami (9, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
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)
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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dashami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dashami (10, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
nakshatra Swati
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
Swati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ekadashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ekadashi (11, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
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
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Chaturmasya
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
Chaturmasya
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
Shukla-dvadashi (12, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

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

Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

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

Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling