Panchanga Calendar

July 1839

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SamvatsaraVikari (33)MonthNija Jyeshtha → Ashadha from 11.07RituGrishmaAyanaUttarayana → Dakshinayana from 15.07Place55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

July 1839 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Nija Jyeshtha (until 10.07), Ashadha (from 11.07). Periods: 11–19.07 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri; from 22.07 — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 12.07 Ratha Yatra; 22.07 Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma); 26.07 Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima).

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
1Dhan5after 05:03
2Shat6
3UBh7Kalashtami
4Rev8
5Ashw9
6Bhar10
7Krit11Yogini Ekadashi
8Roh12Soma Pradosha
9Mrig13Masik Shivaratri
10Ard14Amavasya
11Pun1Chandra Darshan
12Push2Ratha Yatra
13Ashl3after 13:52
14Mag4Karka Sankranti
15PPh5after 16:19
16UPh6Skanda Shashti
17Has7
18Chit7
19Swa8Masik Durgashtami
20Vish9after 09:38
21Vish10
22Anu11Devshayani
23Jye12Bhauma Pradosha
24Mul13
25PAsh14
26UAsh15Guru Purnima
27Shra1until 12:10
28Dhan2
29Shat3Sankashti
30PBh4
31UBh5
Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable
Markersafter / until HH:MM
Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya
Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed
Icons this month (20)
KalashtamiTripushkar YogaEkadashiAmrita Siddhi YogaPradoshaShivaratriday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Guru Pushya YogaChandra DarshanRatha YatraSankrantiVinayaka ChaturthiSkanda ShashtiGoddess (Durga, Kali)DevshayaniGuru Purnimaday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)Dwipushkar YogaSankashtiShravana Somvar
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

  • 8.07 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana, Auspicious nakshatra
    Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
  • 11.07 Thu — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra
    Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
  • 17.07 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Ananda
    Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
  • 20.07 Sat — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) after 09:38
    Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
  • 21.07 Sun — Ravi Yoga, Yoga Shukla, Auspicious tithi
    Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
  • 26.07 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Priti after 12:26
    Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
  • 27.07 Sat — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra until 12:10
    Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.

Festivals

  • 3.07 Wed Kalashtami
  • 7.07 Sun Yogini Ekadashi
  • 8.07 Mon Soma Pradosha
  • 9.07 Tue Masik Shivaratri
  • 10.07 Wed Jyeshtha Amavasya
  • 11.07 Thu Chandra Darshan
  • 11.07 Thu Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • 12.07 Fri Ratha Yatra
  • 14.07 Sun Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana)
  • 14.07 Sun Vinayaka Chaturthi
  • 16.07 Tue Skanda Shashti
  • 19.07 Fri Masik Durgashtami
  • 22.07 Mon Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)
  • 23.07 Tue Bhauma Pradosha
  • 26.07 Fri Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima)
  • 26.07 Fri Ashadha Purnima
  • 29.07 Mon Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana)
  • 29.07 Mon Shravana Somvar

Special muhurta yogas

  • 2.07 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 22:59–03:49 (03.07)
  • 2.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:49–03:50 (03.07)
  • 4.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 5.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:52–23:53
  • 7.07 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 11:45–20:16
  • 8.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 8.07 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:25–03:56 (09.07)
  • 11.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 11.07 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 14:12–04:00 (12.07)
  • 11.07 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 14:12–04:00 (12.07)
  • 17.07 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:07–21:14
  • 22.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:15–08:23
  • 26.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:26–04:23 (27.07)
  • 27.07 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:23–12:10
  • 27.07 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 13:23–04:25 (28.07)
  • 28.07 Sun Dwipushkar Yoga 04:25–11:32
  • 30.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:29–04:30 (31.07)

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.

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

Avoid starting important matters

  • 6.07 Sat — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
  • 7.07 Sun — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
  • 9.07 Tue — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 10.07 Wed — Krishna Chaturdashi, Kshaya tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 14.07 Sun — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata, Bhadra on earth (unfavourable day)
  • 24.07 Wed — Vaidhriti, Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 31.07 Wed — Kshaya tithi, Panchaka, Anandadi: Lumbaka

Sky this month

  • 11.07 New moon (Amavasya) 02:01
  • 14.07 Karka Sankranti 23:10 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)
  • 26.07 Full moon (Purnima) 14:26
  • There are no eclipses this month.

Periods

  • 11–19.07 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • from 22.07 Chaturmasya
  • 30.06 17:11 – 5.07 01:26 Roga Panchaka
  • 27.07 23:54 – 1.08 06:48 Mrityu Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Vikari (No. 33, “changeable, sickly”) — A year of ailments: illness and changes for the worse; health needs looking after. more

Northern samvatsara: Sadharana. Shaka Samvat 1761, Vikram Samvat 1896, Kali Yuga 4940.

Nija 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

Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).

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 — Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 05:03
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more

At sunrise 03:48

Tithi5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 00:28 (02.07) more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 05:03 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 10:13 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 13:05 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 05:03nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 10:13yoga Ayushman
from 13:05karana Taitila
from 00:28 (02.07)tithi Krishna-shashti
from 00:28 (02.07)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:47
Sunrise03:48
Noon12:32
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:17
Moonrise23:30
Moonset08:48
Day length17 h 28 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 05:03

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (05:03–21:16) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:48–05:03

Hutashana Yoga 00:28–03:49 (02.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:28–03:49 (02.07)

Anandadi: Shubha 03:48–05:03 Anandadi: Amrita 05:03–03:49 (02.07)

  • Roga Panchaka: 17:11 (30.06)–01:26 (05.07)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 00:05–00:50 (02.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:56–03:22
Abhijit Muhurta11:57–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:16–21:30
Pradosha21:16–22:35
Nishitha00:20–00:46 (02.07)
Amrita Kalam21:31–23:06

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam05:59–08:10
Yamaganda10:21–12:32
Gulika Kalam14:43–16:54
Dur Muhurta13:07–14:17, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam12:07–13:41

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:48–08:03, 11:04–17:06

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 03:48–08:03, 11:04–17:06
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 03:48–08:03, 11:04–17:06
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:48–08:03, 11:04–19:52

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 05:03, Shatabhisha from 05:03; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Mithuna 03:48, Karka 05:06, Simha 08:03, Kanya 11:04, Tula 14:04, Vrischika 17:06, Dhanu 19:52

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 05:03) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 05:03) — gaining strength; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 05:03

+1 Anandadi: Amrita 05:03–03:49 (02.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:48–05:03+1 Yoga Priti 03:48–10:13+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:48–00:28 (02.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:48–05:03−1 Panchaka all day

Panchanga at sunrise 03:48

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more

At sunrise 03:49

Tithi6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 22:59 more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 04:35 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 08:09 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 11:46 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 04:35nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 08:09yoga Saubhagya
from 11:46karana Vanija
from 22:59tithi Krishna-saptami
from 22:59karana Vishti
from 03:49 (03.07)nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:49
Sunrise03:49
Noon12:33
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:16
Moonrise23:37
Moonset10:17
Day length17 h 27 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 04:35

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (03:49–04:35) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (04:35–21:16) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:35–03:49 (03.07) Tripushkar Yoga 22:59–03:49 (03.07) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:49–03:50 (03.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:49–03:50 (03.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–22:59 Hutashana Yoga 22:59–03:50 (03.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 22:59–03:50 (03.07)

Anandadi: Siddhi 03:49–03:50 (03.07) Anandadi: Mrityu 03:49–04:35 Anandadi: Kana 04:35–03:49 (03.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 22:59–10:08 (03.07); Bhadra Puchha 03:26–04:33 (03.07); Bhadra Mukha 04:33–06:24 (03.07)
  • Roga Panchaka: 17:11 (30.06)–01:26 (05.07)

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 Muhurta02:57–03:23
Abhijit Muhurta11:58–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:16–21:29
Pradosha21:16–22:35
Nishitha00:20–00:46 (03.07)
Amrita Kalam20:04–21:37

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:54–19:05
Yamaganda08:11–10:22
Gulika Kalam12:32–14:43
Dur Muhurta07:18–08:28, 23:53–00:20 (03.07)
Varjyam10:47–12:20

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:49–04:35

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:49–04:35
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:49–04:35
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:49–04:35

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 04:35, Purva-Bhadra from 04:35; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Mithuna 03:49, Karka 05:02, Simha 07:59, Kanya 11:00, Tula 14:00, Vrischika 17:02, Dhanu 19:49

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 04:35) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 04:35) — facing death (dangers); 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 = +1

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 04:35–03:49 (03.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:49–04:35+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:49–08:090 Anandadi: Kana 04:35–03:49 (03.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–22:59 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 22:59–03:49 (03.07)0 Anandadi: Mrityu 03:49–04:35−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:35–03:49 (03.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day

Panchanga at sunrise 03:49

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Bhadra on earth, Panchaka
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
FestivalsKalashtami

At sunrise 03:50

Tithi7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 21:13 more
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 02:46 (04.07) more
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 05:51 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:08 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 05:51yoga Shobhana
from 10:08karana Bava
from 21:13tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 21:13karana Balava
from 02:46 (04.07)nakshatra Revati
from 03:19 (04.07)yoga Atiganda

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:50
Sunrise03:50
Noon12:33
Sunset21:15
End of twilight22:15
Moonrise23:43
Moonset11:46
Day length17 h 25 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 21:13

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, Uttara-Bhadra (03:50–21:15) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:50–10:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

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, 21:15–22:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–21:13

Hutashana Yoga 21:13–03:51 (04.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:13–03:51 (04.07)

Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:50–02:46 (04.07) Anandadi: Utpata 02:46–03:51 (04.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 22:59 (02.07)–10:08; Bhadra Puchha 03:26–04:33; Bhadra Mukha 04:33–06:24
  • Roga Panchaka: 17:11 (30.06)–01:26 (05.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:57–03:23
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:15–21:29
Pradosha21:15–22:35
Nishitha00:20–00:46 (04.07)
Amrita Kalam22:10–23:42

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:33–14:43
Yamaganda06:00–08:11
Gulika Kalam10:22–12:33
Dur Muhurta11:58–13:07
Varjyam13:00–14:31

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:56–16:58

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 10:56–16:58
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 10:56–16:58
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:50–07:55, 10:56–19:45

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-saptami until 21:13, Krishna-ashtami from 21:13; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 04:58, Simha 07:55, Kanya 10:56, Tula 13:56, Vrischika 16:58, Dhanu 19:45

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

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 21:13–21:15: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Bhadra on earth 03:50–10:08: 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

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 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:50–21:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–02:46 (04.07)+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:50–05:51+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ashtami 21:13–03:51 (04.07)0 Hutashana Yoga 21:13–03:51 (04.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:13–03:51 (04.07)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 21:13–03:51 (04.07)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:50–02:46 (04.07)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Bhadra on earth 03:50–10:08

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:50

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Surya Dagdha tithi
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more

At sunrise 03:51

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 19:11 more
NakshatraRevati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 01:26 (05.07) more
Gandamula
YogaAtiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 00:34 (05.07) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 08:14 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 08:14karana Kaulava
from 19:11tithi Krishna-navami
from 19:11karana Taitila
from 00:34 (05.07)yoga Sukarma
from 01:26 (05.07)nakshatra Ashwini

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:51
Sunrise03:51
Noon12:33
Sunset21:15
End of twilight22:14
Moonrise23:50
Moonset13:17
Day length17 h 24 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 19:11

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, Revati (03:51–21:15) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day

Krakacha Yoga 03:51–19:11 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–19:11 Hutashana Yoga 19:11–03:52 (05.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:11–03:52 (05.07)

Anandadi: Mitra 03:51–01:26 (05.07) Anandadi: Manasa 01:26–03:52 (05.07)

  • Roga Panchaka: 17:11 (30.06)–01:26 (05.07)
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:48–07:04 (05.07)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:58–03:24
Abhijit Muhurta11:58–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:15–21:28
Pradosha21:15–22:34
Nishitha00:20–00:46 (05.07)
Amrita Kalam23:10–00:41 (05.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:43–16:54
Yamaganda03:51–06:01
Gulika Kalam08:12–10:22
Dur Muhurta09:39–10:48, 16:36–17:46
Varjyam14:06–15:37

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:51–07:51, 10:52–19:11

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 19:11, Krishna-navami from 19:11; lagna Mithuna 03:51, Karka 04:54, Simha 07:51, Kanya 10:52, Tula 13:52, Vrischika 16:54, Dhanu 19:41

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

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 03:51–19:11: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Krishna-navami 19:11–21:15: 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.

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Mitra 03:51–01:26 (05.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–01:26 (05.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Hutashana Yoga 19:11–03:52 (05.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:11–03:52 (05.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–19:11 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Atiganda 03:51–05:27−1 Ashtami 03:51–19:11−1 Panchaka 03:51–01:26 (05.07)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:51–19:11−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:51–19:11

Panchanga at sunrise 03:51

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Gandanta
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more

At sunrise 03:52

Tithi9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 16:53 more
NakshatraAshwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 23:53 more
Gandamula
YogaSukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 21:37 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 06:04 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 06:04karana Gara
from 16:53tithi Krishna-dashami
from 16:53karana Vanija
from 21:37yoga Dhriti
from 23:53nakshatra Bharani
from 03:40 (06.07)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:52
Sunrise03:52
Noon12:33
Sunset21:14
End of twilight22:13
Moonrise23:59
Moonset14:51
Day length17 h 22 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 16:53

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:52–23:53

Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–16:53 Hutashana Yoga 16:53–03:53 (06.07)

Anandadi: Vajra 03:52–23:53 Anandadi: Mudgara 23:53–03:53 (06.07)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 03:40–14:23 (06.07); Bhadra Puchha 05:15–06:20 (06.07); Bhadra Mukha 06:20–08:07 (06.07)
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:48 (04.07)–07:04
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:59–03:25
Abhijit Muhurta11:58–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:14–21:28
Pradosha21:14–22:34
Nishitha00:20–00:47 (06.07)
Amrita Kalam17:09–18:39

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:23–12:33
Yamaganda16:54–19:04
Gulika Kalam06:02–08:12
Dur Muhurta07:20–08:30, 13:08–14:17
Varjyam20:08–21:38

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:53–21:14

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 16:53–21:14
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 16:53–21:14
Bathing, washing hairgood 16:53–19:37

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-navami until 16:53, Krishna-dashami from 16:53; lagna Mithuna 03:52, Karka 04:50, Simha 07:47, Kanya 10:48, Tula 13:48, Vrischika 16:50, Dhanu 19:37

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Krishna-navami 03:52–16:53: 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).
  • 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.

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:52–23:53+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:52–23:53+1 Yoga Sukarma 03:52–21:37+1 Auspicious weekday0 Hutashana Yoga 16:53–03:53 (06.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–16:53 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:52–23:53−1 Gandanta 03:52–07:04−2 Rikta tithi 03:52–16:53

Panchanga at sunrise 03:52

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more

At sunrise 03:53

Tithi10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 14:23 more
NakshatraBharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 22:08 more
YogaDhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 18:30 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:23 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 14:23tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 14:23karana Bava
from 18:30yoga Shula
from 22:08nakshatra Krittika
from 01:05 (07.07)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:53
Sunrise03:53
Noon12:33
Sunset21:14
End of twilight22:12
Moonrisenone
Moonset16:29
Day length17 h 21 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 14:23

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (03:53–21:14) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:53–14:23: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–14:23 Hutashana Yoga 14:23–03:54 (07.07)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 22:08–03:54 (07.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:53–22:08

  • Bhadra in heaven: 03:40–14:23; Bhadra Puchha 05:15–06:20; Bhadra Mukha 06:20–08:07
  • Gandanta (tithi): 14:02–14:45

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:59–03:26
Abhijit Muhurta11:58–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:14–21:27
Pradosha21:14–22:34
Nishitha00:20–00:47 (07.07)
Amrita Kalam17:41–19:10

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:13–10:23
Yamaganda14:43–16:53
Gulika Kalam03:53–06:03
Dur Muhurta03:53–05:02, 05:02–06:11
Varjyam08:47–10:16

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 03:53–07:43, 10:44–19:33

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-dashami until 14:23, Krishna-ekadashi from 14:23; lagna Mithuna 03:53, Karka 04:46, Simha 07:43, Kanya 10:44, Tula 13:44, Vrischika 16:46, Dhanu 19:33

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

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −7

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

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

+1 Yoga Dhriti 03:53–18:300 Yoga Shula 18:30–20:14−1 Hutashana Yoga 14:23–03:54 (07.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:53–22:08−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:53–22:08−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–14:23−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:53–14:23

Panchanga at sunrise 03:53

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
FestivalsYogini Ekadashi

At sunrise 03:54

Tithi11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 11:45 more
NakshatraKrittika, pada 2 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 20:16 more
YogaShula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 15:17 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 11:45 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 11:45tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 11:45karana Kaulava
from 15:17yoga Ganda
from 20:16nakshatra Rohini
from 22:25karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:55
Sunrise03:54
Noon12:34
Sunset21:13
End of twilight22:11
Moonrise00:12
Moonset18:09
Day length17 h 19 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:45from 20:16

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, Krittika (03:54–20:16) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (20:16–21:13) is good for sowing.

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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 14:23 (06.07)–11:45
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 03:55–07:22 (08.07)

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 11:45–20:16

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:54–11:45 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:45–03:55 (08.07) Hutashana Yoga 11:45–03:55 (08.07) Krakacha Yoga 11:45–03:55 (08.07)

Anandadi: Prajapati 20:16–03:55 (08.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:54–20:16

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 Muhurta03:00–03:27
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:36
Godhuli21:13–21:26
Pradosha21:13–22:33
Nishitha00:20–00:47 (08.07)
Amrita Kalam18:03–19:32

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:03–21:13
Yamaganda12:33–14:43
Gulika Kalam16:53–19:03
Dur Muhurta18:54–20:04
Varjyam09:12–10:41

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 03:54–07:39, 10:40–19:29

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika until 20:16, Rohini from 20:16; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 11:45, Krishna-dvadashi from 11:45; lagna Mithuna 03:54, Karka 04:42, Simha 07:39, Kanya 10:40, Tula 13:41, Vrischika 16:42, Dhanu 19:29

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 20:16) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 20:16) — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.

Cautions:

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

Unfavourable day · score S = −9

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

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

0 Anandadi: Prajapati 20:16–03:55 (08.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 20:16–03:55 (08.07)0 Tripushkar Yoga 11:45–20:160 Yoga Ganda 15:17–17:21−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:54–20:16−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:45–03:55 (08.07)−2 Hutashana Yoga 11:45–03:55 (08.07)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:54–11:45−3 Krakacha Yoga 11:45–03:55 (08.07)

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 03:54

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
FestivalsSoma Pradosha

At sunrise 03:55

Tithi12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 09:05 more
NakshatraRohini, pada 2 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 18:25 more
YogaGanda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 12:02 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 09:05 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 09:05tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 09:05karana Gara
from 12:02yoga Vriddhi
from 18:25nakshatra Mrigashirsha
from 19:46karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:56
Sunrise03:55
Noon12:34
Sunset21:12
End of twilight22:10
Moonrise00:34
Moonset19:41
Day length17 h 17 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:05from 18:25

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (03:55–18:25) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (18:25–21:12) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Soma Pradosha · Shiva

A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:12–22:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:25–03:56 (09.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–09:05

Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:55–18:25 Anandadi: Ananda 18:25–03:56 (09.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:01–03:28
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:35
Godhuli21:12–21:25
Pradosha21:12–22:33
Nishitha00:20–00:47 (09.07)
Amrita Kalam15:28–16:56

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:04–08:14
Yamaganda10:24–12:33
Gulika Kalam14:43–16:53
Dur Muhurta13:08–14:17, 16:35–17:45
Varjyam11:02–12:31, 23:37–01:06 (09.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:55–07:35

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 03:55–07:35
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 03:55–07:35
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:55–07:35, 10:36–19:25

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini until 18:25, Mrigashirsha from 18:25; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 09:05, Krishna-trayodashi from 09:05; lagna Mithuna 03:55, Karka 04:38, Simha 07:35, Kanya 10:36, Tula 13:37, Vrischika 16:38, Dhanu 19:25

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 18:25) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 18:25) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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).
  • Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +7

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:55–18:25+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:55–18:25+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Vriddhi 12:02–03:56 (09.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–09:05 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)

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 03:55

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
FestivalsMasik Shivaratri

At sunrise 03:56

Tithi13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 06:29 more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 16:41 more
YogaVriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 08:53 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 06:29 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 06:29tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 06:29karana Vishti
from 08:53yoga Dhruva
from 16:41nakshatra Ardra
from 17:15karana Shakuni

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:58
Sunrise03:56
Noon12:34
Sunset21:11
End of twilight22:09
Moonrise01:11
Moonset20:53
Day length17 h 15 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 06:29from 16:41

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (03:56–16:41) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:29–17:15: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shakuni 17:15–21:11: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 06:29–21:11: 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, 00:21–00:48 (10.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:56–06:29

Yamaghanta 16:41–03:57 (10.07)

Anandadi: Chara 16:41–03:57 (10.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:56–16:41

  • Bhadra in heaven: 06:29–17:15; Bhadra Mukha 06:29–08:17; Bhadra Puchha 16:12–17:17

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:02–03:29
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:35
Godhuli21:11–21:25
Pradosha21:11–22:32
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (10.07)
Amrita Kalam08:31–10:01

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:52–19:02
Yamaganda08:15–10:24
Gulika Kalam12:34–14:43
Dur Muhurta07:23–08:32, 23:54–00:21 (10.07)
Varjyam00:35–02:05 (10.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:56–06:29

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 03:56–06:29
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:56–06:29
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:56–07:31, 10:33–19:21

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 16:41, Ardra from 16:41; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 06:29, Krishna-chaturdashi from 06:29; lagna Mithuna 03:56, Karka 04:34, Simha 07:31, Kanya 10:33, Tula 13:33, Vrischika 16:34, Dhanu 19:21

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 16:41) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 16:41) — sadness; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 06:29–21:11: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:56–16:41+1 Yoga Vriddhi 03:56–08:530 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:56–06:290 Anandadi: Chara 16:41–03:57 (10.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:41–03:57 (10.07)−1 Yamaghanta 16:41–03:57 (10.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:56–16:41−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:29–17:15−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:29–03:57 (10.07)

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 03:56

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Kshaya tithi
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
FestivalsJyeshtha Amavasya

At sunrise 03:57

Tithi14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 04:05 more
NakshatraArdra, pada 3 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 15:14 more
YogaDhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 05:54 more
KaranaShakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 04:05 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 04:05tithi Amavasya (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 04:05karana Chatushpada
from 05:54yoga Vyaghata
from 15:00karana Naga
from 15:14nakshatra Punarvasu
from 02:01 (11.07)tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 02:01 (11.07)karana Kimstughna
from 03:13 (11.07)yoga Harshana

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:59
Sunrise03:57
Noon12:34
Sunset21:10
End of twilight22:08
Moonrise02:11
Moonset21:39
Day length17 h 13 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 04:05from 15:14

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 (15:14–21:10) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Shakuni 03:57–04:05: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Chatushpada 04:05–15:00: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Naga 15:00–21:10: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 03:57–04:05: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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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 04:05–02:01 (11.07)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins

Muhurta

Samvartaka Yoga 02:01–03:58 (11.07)

Anandadi: Musala 03:57–15:14 Anandadi: Gada 15:14–03:58 (11.07)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 01:39–02:24 (11.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:03–03:30
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:35
Godhuli21:10–21:24
Pradosha21:10–22:32
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (11.07)
Amrita Kalam05:51–07:21

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:34–14:43
Yamaganda06:06–08:15
Gulika Kalam10:24–12:34
Dur Muhurta11:59–13:08
Varjyam02:43–04:15 (11.07)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:57–19:17

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra until 15:14, Punarvasu from 15:14; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 04:05, Amavasya from 04:05; lagna Mithuna 03:57, Karka 04:30, Simha 07:27, Kanya 10:29, Tula 13:29, Vrischika 16:30, Dhanu 19:17

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 15:14) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 15:14) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 03:57–04:05: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Amavasya 04:05–21:10: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5

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

Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi, Kshaya tithi

+1 Yoga Dhruva 03:57–05:54+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 15:14–03:58 (11.07)0 Yoga Vyaghata 05:54–09:06−1 Anandadi: Musala 03:57–15:14−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:57–15:14−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 03:57–04:05

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:57

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
FestivalsChandra Darshan · Ashadha Gupta Navaratri

At sunrise 03:58

Tithi1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 00:27 (12.07) more
NakshatraPunarvasu, pada 3 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 14:12 more
YogaHarshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 00:55 (12.07) more
KaranaKimstughna (fixed) · until 13:10 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 13:10karana Bava
from 14:12nakshatra Pushya
from 00:27 (12.07)tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 00:27 (12.07)karana Balava
from 00:55 (12.07)yoga Vajra

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:01
Sunrise03:58
Noon12:34
Sunset21:09
End of twilight22:06
Moonrise03:34
Moonset22:05
Day length17 h 10 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)02:01

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 14:12

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (03:58–14:12) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (14:12–21:09) is good for sowing.
  • Kimstughna 03:58–13:10: 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, 21:09–22:05
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:09–22:05

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 02:01–00:27 (12.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 03:58–09:42
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 11:59–13:08

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:58–14:12 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 14:12–04:00 (12.07) Guru Pushya Yoga 14:12–04:00 (12.07)

Anandadi: Siddhi 03:58–14:12 Anandadi: Shubha 14:12–04:00 (12.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:04–03:31
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:34
Godhuli21:09–21:23
Pradosha21:09–22:31
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (12.07)
Amrita Kalam11:54–13:26

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:43–16:51
Yamaganda03:58–06:07
Gulika Kalam08:16–10:25
Dur Muhurta09:42–10:51, 16:34–17:43
Varjyam02:43–04:15, 22:02–23:36

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:58–07:24, 10:25–19:13

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 14:12, Pushya from 14:12; tithi Shukla-pratipat; lagna Mithuna 03:58, Karka 04:26, Simha 07:24, Kanya 10:25, Tula 13:25, Vrischika 16:26, Dhanu 19:13

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 14:12) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 14:12) — increase in wealth; Thursday — success.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +8

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 03:58–14:12+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:58–14:12+1 Yoga Harshana 03:58–00:55 (12.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:58–14:12

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 03:58

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Pushya, Auspicious weekday; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
FestivalsRatha Yatra

At sunrise 04:00

Tithi2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 23:28 more
NakshatraPushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 13:42 more
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:07 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 11:53 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 11:53karana Kaulava
from 13:42nakshatra Ashlesha
from 23:07yoga Siddhi
from 23:28tithi Shukla-tritya
from 23:28karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:03
Sunrise04:00
Noon12:34
Sunset21:08
End of twilight22:05
Moonrise05:07
Moonset22:20
Day length17 h 08 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:42

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, Pushya (04:00–13:42) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Ratha Yatra · Jagannath

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:27–23:28
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:00–23:28

Anandadi: Utpata 04:00–13:42 Anandadi: Mrityu 13:42–04:01 (13.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:05–03:32
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:34
Godhuli21:08–21:22
Pradosha21:08–22:31
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (13.07)
Amrita Kalam07:26–09:00

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:25–12:34
Yamaganda16:51–19:00
Gulika Kalam06:08–08:17
Dur Muhurta07:25–08:34, 13:08–14:17
Varjyam02:35–04:12 (13.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:00–07:20, 10:21–13:42

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 04:00–07:20, 10:21–13:42
Cutting fingernailsgood 04:00–07:20, 10:21–13:42
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:00–16:22
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:00–07:20, 10:21–13:42

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Pushya until 13:42, Ashlesha from 13:42; tithi Shukla-dvitya; lagna Mithuna 04:00, Karka 04:22, Simha 07:20, Kanya 10:21, Tula 13:21, Vrischika 16:22, Dhanu 19:09, Makara 21:06

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 13:42) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 13:42) — physical affliction (suffering); Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −1

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

+2 Pushya 04:00–13:42+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:00–23:280 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:42–04:01 (13.07)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:00–23:28−3 Anandadi: Utpata 04:00–13:42

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 04:00

SummaryFavourable day — Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Manasa; auspicious time — after 13:52
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

At sunrise 04:01

Tithi3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 23:12 more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 13:52 more
Gandamula
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 21:53 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 11:15 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 11:15karana Gara
from 13:52nakshatra Magha
from 21:53yoga Vyatipata
from 23:12tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 23:12karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:04
Sunrise04:01
Noon12:34
Sunset21:07
End of twilight22:03
Moonrise06:39
Moonset22:30
Day length17 h 06 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:52

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (13:52–21:07) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 13:52–04:02 (14.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 23:12–04:02 (14.07)

Anandadi: Manasa 04:01–13:52 Anandadi: Padma 13:52–04:02 (14.07)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 07:45–20:01
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:06–03:33
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:33
Godhuli21:07–21:21
Pradosha21:07–22:30
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (14.07)
Amrita Kalam12:15–13:52

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:17–10:26
Yamaganda14:42–16:51
Gulika Kalam04:01–06:09
Dur Muhurta04:01–05:09, 05:09–06:18
Varjyam02:35–04:12, 02:18–03:57 (14.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:01–07:16, 10:17–16:18

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 04:01–07:16, 10:17–16:18
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:01–07:16, 10:17–16:18
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:01–07:16, 10:17–19:05

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 13:52, Magha from 13:52; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Mithuna 04:01, Karka 04:18, Simha 07:16, Kanya 10:17, Tula 13:17, Vrischika 16:18, Dhanu 19:05, Makara 21:02

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 13:52) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 13:52) — loss of property; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

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

Auspicious time begins after 13:52

+2 Yoga Siddhi 04:01–21:53+1 Anandadi: Manasa 04:01–13:52+1 Auspicious tithi 04:01–23:12+1 Ravi Yoga 13:52–04:02 (14.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:01–13:52

Panchanga at sunrise 04:01

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vyatipata
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
FestivalsKarka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Vinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 04:02

Tithi4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 23:39 more
NakshatraMagha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 14:44 more
Gandamula
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 21:13 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 11:20 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 11:20karana Vishti
from 14:44nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 21:13yoga Variyana
from 23:39tithi Shukla-panchami
from 23:39karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:06
Sunrise04:02
Noon12:35
Sunset21:06
End of twilight22:02
Moonrise08:06
Moonset22:37
Day length17 h 03 min

Sky

Karka Sankranti23:10 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 14:44

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (04:02–14:44) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (14:44–21:06) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:20–21:06: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Surya

The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Cancer — the beginning of Dakshinayana, the Sun’s southward course and the “night of the gods”. Holy bath, charity and ancestor rites are favourable.

Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 11:10–21:06
on the day the Sun enters the sign

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), 10:52–14:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:02–14:44

Yamaghanta 04:02–14:44 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–23:39

Anandadi: Chhatra 14:44–04:04 (15.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 04:02–14:44

  • Bhadra on earth: 11:20–23:39; Bhadra Mukha 11:25–13:28; Bhadra Puchha 22:26–23:39
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:07–03:35
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:33
Godhuli21:06–21:20
Pradosha21:06–22:29
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (15.07)
Amrita Kalam12:15–13:54

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:58–21:06
Yamaganda12:34–14:42
Gulika Kalam16:50–18:58
Dur Muhurta18:49–19:58
Varjyam23:16–00:58 (15.07)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

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

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Magha until 14:44, Purva-Phalguni from 14:44; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Mithuna 04:02, Karka 04:14, Simha 07:12, Kanya 10:13, Tula 13:13, Vrischika 16:14, Dhanu 19:01, Makara 20:58

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 14:44) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 14:44) — ill health; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 04:02–21:06: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Sankranti at 23:10 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Bhadra on earth 11:20–21:06: 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).
  • Vyatipata 04:02–21:06: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −9

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

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata, Bhadra on earth, Sankranti day

+2 Ravi Yoga 04:02–14:440 Anandadi: Chhatra 14:44–04:04 (15.07)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–23:39 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yamaghanta 04:02–14:44 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:02–14:44−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:02–14:44−2 Rikta tithi 04:02–23:39−3 Bhadra on earth 11:20–23:39−3 Vyatipata 04:02–21:13

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 04:02

SummaryFavourable day — Anandadi: Dhwaja, Yoga Variyana; auspicious time — after 16:19
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

At sunrise 04:04

Tithi5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 00:49 (16.07) more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 16:19 more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 21:07 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 12:09 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 12:09karana Balava
from 16:19nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 21:07yoga Parigha
from 00:49 (16.07)tithi Shukla-shashti
from 00:49 (16.07)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:08
Sunrise04:04
Noon12:35
Sunset21:05
End of twilight22:00
Moonrise09:28
Moonset22:43
Day length17 h 00 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 16:19

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (04:04–16:19) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (16:19–21:05) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 16:19–04:05 (16.07)

Hutashana Yoga 00:49–04:05 (16.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:49–04:05 (16.07)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:04–16:19 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 16:19–04:05 (16.07)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 00:24–01:15 (16.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:08–03:36
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:32
Godhuli21:05–21:19
Pradosha21:05–22:29
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (16.07)
Amrita Kalam09:30–11:12

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:11–08:19
Yamaganda10:27–12:34
Gulika Kalam14:42–16:49
Dur Muhurta13:08–14:16, 16:32–17:40
Varjyam00:11–01:56 (16.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:04–20:54

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, shavingaverage 04:04–20:54
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:04–20:54
Bathing, washing hairgood 16:19–18:57

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 16:19, Uttara-Phalguni from 16:19; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Mithuna 04:04, Karka 04:11, Simha 07:08, Kanya 10:09, Tula 13:09, Vrischika 16:11, Dhanu 18:57, Makara 20:54

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 16:19) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 16:19) — destruction of all diseases; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 16:19

+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:04–16:19+1 Yoga Variyana 04:04–21:07+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:04–00:49 (16.07)+1 Ravi Yoga 16:19–04:05 (16.07)0 Auspicious nakshatra 16:19–04:05 (16.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:04–16:19

Panchanga at sunrise 04:04

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; cons: Surya Dagdha tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
FestivalsSkanda Shashti

At sunrise 04:05

Tithi6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 02:36 (17.07) more
NakshatraUttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 18:32 more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 21:30 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 13:38 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 13:38karana Taitila
from 18:32nakshatra Hasta
from 21:30yoga Shiva
from 02:36 (17.07)tithi Shukla-saptami
from 02:36 (17.07)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:10
Sunrise04:05
Noon12:35
Sunset21:03
End of twilight21:58
Moonrise10:46
Moonset22:47
Day length16 h 58 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 18:32

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, Uttara-Phalguni (04:05–18:32) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (18:32–21:03) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:49–02:36 (17.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:05–18:32

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:05–02:36 (17.07) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 02:36–04:07 (17.07) Hutashana Yoga 02:36–04:07 (17.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:36–04:07 (17.07)

Anandadi: Prajapati 04:05–18:32 Anandadi: Saumya 18:32–04:07 (17.07)

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-shashti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:09–03:37
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:32
Godhuli21:03–21:18
Pradosha21:03–22:28
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (17.07)
Amrita Kalam10:41–12:25

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:49–18:56
Yamaganda08:20–10:27
Gulika Kalam12:34–14:42
Dur Muhurta07:29–08:37, 23:53–00:21 (17.07)
Varjyam03:53–05:40 (17.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:05–07:04, 10:05–16:07

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:05–07:04, 10:05–16:07
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:05–07:04, 10:05–16:07
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:05–07:04, 10:05–18:53

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 18:32, Hasta from 18:32; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Mithuna 04:05, Karka 04:07, Simha 07:04, Kanya 10:05, Tula 13:05, Vrischika 16:07, Dhanu 18:53, Makara 20:50

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 18:32) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 18:32) — imparting radiance (to the person); Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 04:05–18:32+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:05–18:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:05–18:320 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:05–02:36 (17.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Yoga Parigha 04:05–09:19−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:05–02:36 (17.07)

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 04:05

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

At sunrise 04:07

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 04:49 (18.07) more
the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha)
NakshatraHasta, pada 2 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 21:14 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 22:16 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 15:40 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 15:40karana Vanija
from 21:14nakshatra Chitra
from 22:16yoga Siddha

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:12
Sunrise04:07
Noon12:35
Sunset21:02
End of twilight21:56
Moonrise12:02
Moonset22:52
Day length16 h 55 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrise

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (04:07–21:02) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:07–21:14 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:07–21:14

Anandadi: Ananda 04:07–21:14 Anandadi: Kaladanda 21:14–04:08 (18.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:10–03:38
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:31
Godhuli21:02–21:16
Pradosha21:02–22:27
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (18.07)
Amrita Kalam14:34–16:21

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:34–14:41
Yamaganda06:14–08:21
Gulika Kalam10:27–12:34
Dur Muhurta12:01–13:08
Varjyam03:53–05:40

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:07–07:00, 10:01–16:03, 20:46–21:02

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 04:07–07:00, 10:01–16:03, 20:46–21:02
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 04:07–07:00, 10:01–16:03, 20:46–21:02
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:07–07:00, 10:01–18:50, 20:46–21:02

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Karka 04:07, Simha 07:00, Kanya 10:01, Tula 13:01, Vrischika 16:03, Dhanu 18:50, Makara 20:46

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +8

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:07–21:14+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:07–21:14+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:07–21:14+1 Yoga Shiva 04:07–22:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi all day0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:07–21:14 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Tryahasparsha

Panchanga at sunrise 04:07

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8

At sunrise 04:08

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 04:49 more
vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise
NakshatraChitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 00:13 (19.07) more
YogaSiddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 23:13 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 04:49 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 04:49tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 04:49karana Vishti
from 18:01karana Bava
from 23:13yoga Sadhya
from 00:13 (19.07)nakshatra Swati

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:14
Sunrise04:08
Noon12:35
Sunset21:01
End of twilight21:55
Moonrise13:19
Moonset22:58
Day length16 h 52 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 04:49

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (04:08–21:01) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:49–18:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8

Muhurta

Krakacha Yoga 04:49–04:10 (19.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:49–04:10 (19.07)

Anandadi: Chara 04:08–00:13 (19.07) Anandadi: Sthira 00:13–04:10 (19.07)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 04:49–18:01; Bhadra Puchha 06:48–08:07; Bhadra Mukha 08:07–10:19

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:11–03:40
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:31
Godhuli21:01–21:15
Pradosha21:01–22:27
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (19.07)
Amrita Kalam17:01–18:49

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:41–16:48
Yamaganda04:08–06:15
Gulika Kalam08:21–10:28
Dur Muhurta09:46–10:53, 16:31–17:38
Varjyam06:14–08:02

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:08–04:49

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 04:08–04:49
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 04:08–04:49
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:08–06:56, 09:57–18:46, 20:42–21:01

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Shukla-saptami until 04:49, Shukla-ashtami from 04:49; lagna Karka 04:08, Simha 06:56, Kanya 09:57, Tula 12:57, Vrischika 15:59, Dhanu 18:46, Makara 20:42

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Thursday — success.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 04:49–21:01: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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 Siddha 04:08–23:13+1 Anandadi: Chara 04:08–00:13 (19.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:08–00:13 (19.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:08–04:49−1 Ashtami 04:49–04:10 (19.07)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:49–04:10 (19.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:49–18:01−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:49–04:10 (19.07)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:08

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Sadhya; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9
FestivalsMasik Durgashtami

At sunrise 04:10

Tithi8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 07:15 more
NakshatraSwati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 03:12 (20.07) more
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 00:13 (20.07) more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 07:15 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 07:15tithi Shukla-navami
from 07:15karana Balava
from 20:28karana Kaulava
from 00:13 (20.07)yoga Shubha
from 03:12 (20.07)nakshatra Vishakha

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:16
Sunrise04:10
Noon12:35
Sunset20:59
End of twilight21:53
Moonrise14:37
Moonset23:06
Day length16 h 49 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 07:15

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, Swati (04:10–20:59) 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 04:49 (18.07)–07:15
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:12–04:11 (20.07)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–07:15 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:15–04:11 (20.07)

Anandadi: Matanga 03:12–04:11 (20.07) Anandadi: Gada 04:10–03:12 (20.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:12–03:41
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:30
Godhuli20:59–21:14
Pradosha20:59–22:26
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (20.07)
Amrita Kalam17:18–19:06

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:28–12:35
Yamaganda16:47–18:53
Gulika Kalam06:16–08:22
Dur Muhurta07:32–08:39, 13:08–14:15
Varjyam06:30–08:18

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:10–06:52

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 07:15, Shukla-navami from 07:15; lagna Karka 04:10, Simha 06:52, Kanya 09:53, Tula 12:53, Vrischika 15:55, Dhanu 18:42, Makara 20:39

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

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 04:10–07:15: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Shukla-navami 07:15–20:59: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (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

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:10–03:12 (20.07)+1 Yoga Sadhya 04:10–00:13 (20.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–07:15−1 Anandadi: Gada 04:10–03:12 (20.07)−2 Rikta tithi 07:15–04:11 (20.07)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:15–04:11 (20.07)

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 04:10

SummaryBest day — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 09:38
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more

At sunrise 04:11

Tithi9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 09:38 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 05:59 (21.07) more
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 01:03 (21.07) more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 09:38 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 09:38tithi Shukla-dashami
from 09:38karana Taitila
from 22:44karana Gara
from 01:03 (21.07)yoga Shukla

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:18
Sunrise04:11
Noon12:35
Sunset20:58
End of twilight21:51
Moonrise15:57
Moonset23:17
Day length16 h 46 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:38

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (04:11–20:58) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:11–09:38 Ravi Yoga all day

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:38–04:13 (21.07)

Anandadi: Shubha all day

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:14–03:42
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:29
Godhuli20:58–21:12
Pradosha20:58–22:25
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (21.07)
Amrita Kalam20:10–21:57

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:23–10:29
Yamaganda14:40–16:46
Gulika Kalam04:11–06:17
Dur Muhurta04:11–05:18, 05:18–06:25
Varjyam09:27–11:14

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:49–15:51, 20:35–20:58

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 09:49–15:51, 20:35–20:58
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 09:49–15:51, 20:35–20:58
Bathing, washing hairaverage 09:49–18:38, 20:35–20:58

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Shukla-navami until 09:38, Shukla-dashami from 09:38; lagna Karka 04:11, Simha 06:48, Kanya 09:49, Tula 12:49, Vrischika 15:51, Dhanu 18:38, Makara 20:35

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

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

  • Shukla-navami 04:11–09:38: 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 = +5

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

Auspicious time begins after 09:38

+2 Yoga Shubha 04:11–01:03 (21.07)+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:11–09:38+1 Anandadi: Shubha all day+1 Auspicious tithi 09:38–04:13 (21.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:38–04:13 (21.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 04:11–09:38

Panchanga at sunrise 04:11

SummaryBest day — Ravi Yoga, Yoga Shukla
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more

At sunrise 04:13

Tithi10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 11:45 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 05:59 more
YogaShukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 01:37 (22.07) more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 11:45 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 05:59nakshatra Anuradha
from 11:45tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 11:45karana Vanija
from 00:39 (22.07)karana Vishti
from 01:37 (22.07)yoga Brahma

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:20
Sunrise04:13
Noon12:35
Sunset20:56
End of twilight21:49
Moonrise17:19
Moonset23:34
Day length16 h 43 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 05:59from 11:45

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (04:13–05:59) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (05:59–20:56) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:45–04:15 (22.07)

Anandadi: Utpata 04:13–05:59 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:59–04:15 (22.07)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 00:39–13:26 (22.07); Bhadra Puchha 05:44–07:01 (22.07); Bhadra Mukha 07:01–09:09 (22.07)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 11:19–12:11

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:15–03:44
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:29
Godhuli20:56–21:11
Pradosha20:56–22:24
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (22.07)
Amrita Kalam20:57–22:42

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:51–20:56
Yamaganda12:35–14:40
Gulika Kalam16:45–18:51
Dur Muhurta18:43–19:49
Varjyam10:23–12:09

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:13–06:44, 09:45–15:47, 20:31–20:56

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:13–06:44, 09:45–15:47, 20:31–20:56
Cutting fingernailsaverage 04:13–06:44, 09:45–11:45
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:13–06:44, 09:45–15:47, 20:31–20:56
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Vishakha until 05:59, Anuradha from 05:59; tithi Shukla-dashami until 11:45, Shukla-ekadashi from 11:45; lagna Karka 04:13, Simha 06:44, Kanya 09:45, Tula 12:45, Vrischika 15:47, Dhanu 18:34, Makara 20:31

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 05:59) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 05:59) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Sunday — physical well-being.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +5

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

+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Yoga Shukla 04:13–01:37 (22.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 04:13–11:45+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:59–04:15 (22.07)0 Anandadi: Utpata 04:13–05:59 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Mrityu 05:59–04:15 (22.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:45–04:15 (22.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:13

SummaryFavourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Brahma; auspicious time — after 13:26
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsDevshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)

At sunrise 04:15

Tithi11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 13:26 more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 08:23 more
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 01:46 (23.07) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 13:26 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 08:23nakshatra Jyestha
from 13:26tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 13:26karana Bava
from 01:46 (23.07)yoga Indra
from 02:04 (23.07)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:22
Sunrise04:15
Noon12:35
Sunset20:55
End of twilight21:47
Moonrise18:37
Moonsetnone
Day length16 h 40 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:23from 13:26

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (04:15–08:23) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (08:23–20:55) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:15–13:26: 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 11:45 (21.07)–13:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:16–07:36 (23.07)

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:15–08:23 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:15–08:23

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:15–13:26 Krakacha Yoga 04:15–13:26 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:26–04:16 (23.07)

Anandadi: Manasa 04:15–08:23 Anandadi: Padma 08:23–04:16 (23.07)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 00:39–13:26; Bhadra Puchha 05:44–07:01; Bhadra Mukha 07:01–09:09
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:50–16:38 (23.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:16–03:45
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:28
Godhuli20:55–21:10
Pradosha20:55–22:23
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (23.07)
Amrita Kalam00:46–02:29 (23.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:20–08:25
Yamaganda10:30–12:35
Gulika Kalam14:40–16:45
Dur Muhurta13:08–14:15, 16:28–17:35
Varjyam14:25–16:08

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:15–15:43, 20:27–20:55

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:15–15:43, 20:27–20:55
Cutting fingernailsaverage 04:15–06:40, 09:41–15:43, 20:27–20:55
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:15–15:43, 20:27–20:55
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:15–06:40

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Anuradha until 08:23, Jyestha from 08:23; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 13:26, Shukla-dvadashi from 13:26; lagna Karka 04:15, Simha 06:40, Kanya 09:41, Tula 12:42, Vrischika 15:43, Dhanu 18:30, Makara 20:27

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 08:23) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 08:23) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Cautions:

  • Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
  • 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 begins after 13:26

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:15–08:23+2 Yoga Brahma 04:15–01:46 (23.07)+2 Ravi Yoga 04:15–08:23+1 Anandadi: Manasa 04:15–08:23+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:15–08:23+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:15–13:260 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:15–13:26 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:23–04:16 (23.07)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:26–04:16 (23.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:15–13:26−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:15–13:26

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 04:15

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Indra, Anandadi: Chhatra; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsBhauma Pradosha

At sunrise 04:16

Tithi12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 14:33 more
NakshatraJyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 10:15 more
Gandamula
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 01:28 (24.07) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 14:33 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 10:15nakshatra Mula
from 14:33tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 14:33karana Kaulava
from 01:28 (24.07)yoga Vaidhriti
from 02:53 (24.07)karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:24
Sunrise04:16
Noon12:35
Sunset20:53
End of twilight21:45
Moonrise19:43
Moonset00:03
Day length16 h 37 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat 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, Jyestha (04:16–10:15) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (10:15–20:53) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Bhauma Pradosha · Shiva

Pradosha on a Tuesday (Bhauma is Mars): helps to get rid of illnesses and debts and pacifies Mars.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:53–22:22
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:33–04:18 (24.07)

Anandadi: Chhatra 10:15–04:18 (24.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 04:16–10:15

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 03:50–16:38
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:17–03:47
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:27
Godhuli20:53–21:08
Pradosha20:53–22:22
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (24.07)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:44–18:49
Yamaganda08:25–10:30
Gulika Kalam12:35–14:39
Dur Muhurta07:36–08:42, 23:51–00:21 (24.07)
Varjyamnone on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 14:33–15:39, 20:23–20:53

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 14:33–15:39, 20:23–20:53
Cutting fingernailsbad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsaverage 14:33–15:39, 20:23–20:53
Bathing, washing hairaverage 14:33–18:26, 20:23–20:53

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Jyestha until 10:15, Mula from 10:15; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 14:33, Shukla-triodashi from 14:33; lagna Karka 04:16, Simha 06:36, Kanya 09:38, Tula 12:38, Vrischika 15:39, Dhanu 18:26, Makara 20:23

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 10:15) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 10:15) — ruin of the family; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Cautions:

  • 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 = 0

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

+2 Yoga Indra 04:16–01:28 (24.07)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 10:15–04:18 (24.07)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:33–04:18 (24.07)0 Auspicious tithi 14:33–04:18 (24.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:16–10:15−1 Gandanta 04:16–16:38−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:16–10:15

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 04:16

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Yamaghanta
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:18

Tithi13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 15:05 more
NakshatraMula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 11:32 more
Gandamula
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 00:42 (25.07) more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 15:05 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 11:32nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 15:05tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 15:05karana Gara
from 00:42 (25.07)yoga Vishkambha
from 03:07 (25.07)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:26
Sunrise04:18
Noon12:35
Sunset20:52
End of twilight21:43
Moonrise20:31
Moonset00:49
Day length16 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 11:32from 15:05

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (04:18–11:32) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (11:32–20:52) is good for root crops.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 15:05–20:52: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 11:32–04:20 (25.07)

Yamaghanta 04:18–11:32 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:18–15:05

Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:18–11:32 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 11:32–04:20 (25.07)

  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:19–03:48
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:27
Godhuli20:52–21:07
Pradosha20:52–22:21
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (25.07)
Amrita Kalam04:48–06:29

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:35–14:39
Yamaganda06:22–08:26
Gulika Kalam10:30–12:35
Dur Muhurta12:02–13:08
Varjyam09:51–11:32, 21:25–23:04

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 11:32–15:05

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Mula until 11:32, Purva-Ashadha from 11:32; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 15:05, Shukla-chaturdashi from 15:05; lagna Karka 04:18, Simha 06:32, Kanya 09:34, Tula 12:34, Vrischika 15:35, Dhanu 18:22, Makara 20:19

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 11:32) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 11:32) — ruin of the family; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 15:05–20:52: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Vaidhriti 04:18–20:52: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+2 Ravi Yoga 11:32–04:20 (25.07)+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:18–11:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:18–15:050 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:18–15:05 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Rikta tithi 15:05–04:20 (25.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:18–11:32−3 Vaidhriti 04:18–00:42 (25.07)−3 Yamaghanta 04:18–11:32

Panchanga at sunrise 04:18

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; cons: Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:20

Tithi14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:01 more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 12:15 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:29 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 15:01 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 12:15nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 15:01tithi Purnima
from 15:01karana Vishti
from 23:29yoga Priti
from 02:47 (26.07)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:28
Sunrise04:20
Noon12:35
Sunset20:50
End of twilight21:41
Moonrise21:01
Moonset01:58
Day length16 h 30 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:15from 15:01

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, Purva-Ashadha (04:20–12:15) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (12:15–20:50) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:01–20:50: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 04:20–15:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:20–12:15 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:01–04:21 (26.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:20–15:01

Anandadi: Prajapati 04:20–12:15 Anandadi: Saumya 12:15–04:21 (26.07)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 15:01–02:47 (26.07); Bhadra Puchha 22:37–23:48; Bhadra Mukha 23:48–01:45 (26.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:20–03:50
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:26
Godhuli20:50–21:05
Pradosha20:50–22:20
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (26.07)
Amrita Kalam07:19–08:57

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:39–16:42
Yamaganda04:20–06:23
Gulika Kalam08:27–10:31
Dur Muhurta09:50–10:56, 16:26–17:32
Varjyam20:19–21:56

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 15:01–18:18, 20:15–20:50

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 12:15, Uttara-Ashadha from 12:15; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 15:01, Purnima from 15:01; lagna Karka 04:20, Simha 06:29, Kanya 09:30, Tula 12:30, Vrischika 15:31, Dhanu 18:18, Makara 20:15

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 12:15) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 12:15) — improved health; Thursday — success.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 04:20–15:01: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Purnima 15:01–20:50: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 04:20–12:15+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:20–12:15+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:01–04:21 (26.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:15–04:21 (26.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:01–02:47 (26.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:20–12:15−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:20–15:01−2 Rikta tithi 04:20–15:01

Panchanga at sunrise 04:20

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 12:26
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsGuru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Ashadha Purnima

At sunrise 04:21

Tithi15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 14:26 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 12:26 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 21:51 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 14:26 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 12:26nakshatra Shravana
from 14:26tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 14:26karana Balava
from 21:51yoga Ayushman
from 01:58 (27.07)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:30
Sunrise04:21
Noon12:35
Sunset20:48
End of twilight21:39
Moonrise21:19
Moonset03:23
Day length16 h 26 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)14:26

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 12:26from 14:26

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (04:21–12:26) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (12:26–20:48) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Veda Vyasa and spiritual teachers

The day of honouring spiritual teachers and Veda Vyasa, the compiler of the Vedas, the Puranas and the Mahabharata. Guru Puja is performed, gifts are offered to teachers and the study of sacred texts is begun.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise and lasting at least 3 muhurtas after it, 04:21–14:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Ashadha Purnima · Chandra (the Moon)

The full moon of Ashadha — Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima), the day of honouring teachers.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:01 (25.07)–14:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:26–04:23 (27.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:26–04:23 (27.07)

Anandadi: Ananda 04:21–06:26 Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:26–14:02 Anandadi: Dhumra 14:02–04:23 (27.07)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 14:02–14:49

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:21–03:51
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:25
Godhuli20:48–21:03
Pradosha20:48–22:19
Nishitha00:20–00:51 (27.07)
Amrita Kalam05:59–07:36, 01:53–03:28 (27.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:31–12:35
Yamaganda16:41–18:45
Gulika Kalam06:25–08:28
Dur Muhurta07:39–08:44, 13:08–14:13
Varjyam16:24–17:59

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 14:26–20:48

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 14:26–20:48
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 14:26–20:48
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:21–06:25, 09:26–18:14, 20:11–20:48

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 12:26, Shravana from 12:26; tithi Purnima until 14:26, Krishna-pratipat from 14:26; lagna Karka 04:21, Simha 06:25, Kanya 09:26, Tula 12:26, Vrischika 15:27, Dhanu 18:14, Makara 20:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 12:26) — improved health; Shravana (from 12:26) — bodily development (physical growth); Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Purnima 04:21–14:26: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +7

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

Auspicious time begins after 12:26

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:26–04:23 (27.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:21–12:26+1 Yoga Priti 04:21–21:51+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:26–04:23 (27.07)0 Auspicious tithi 14:26–04:23 (27.07)0 Anandadi: Ananda 04:21–06:260 Chaturmasya0 Anandadi: Kaladanda 06:26–14:02

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:21

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — until 12:10
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:23

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 13:23 more
NakshatraShravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 12:10 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 19:54 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 13:23 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 12:10nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 13:23tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 13:23karana Taitila
from 19:54yoga Saubhagya
from 00:43 (28.07)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:33
Sunrise04:23
Noon12:35
Sunset20:46
End of twilight21:36
Moonrise21:31
Moonset04:56
Day length16 h 23 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:10from 13:23

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (04:23–12:10) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:23–12:10 Dwipushkar Yoga 13:23–04:25 (28.07)

Anandadi: Sthira 04:23–12:10 Anandadi: Vardhamana 12:10–04:25 (28.07)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 23:54–06:48 (01.08)

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

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:22–03:53
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:24
Godhuli20:46–21:02
Pradosha20:46–22:18
Nishitha00:20–00:51 (28.07)
Amrita Kalam01:25–02:58 (28.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:29–10:32
Yamaganda14:38–16:41
Gulika Kalam04:23–06:26
Dur Muhurta04:23–05:29, 05:29–06:34
Varjyam16:04–17:37

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:23–06:21, 09:22–15:23, 20:07–20:46

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:23–06:21, 09:22–15:23, 20:07–20:46
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:23–06:21, 09:22–15:23, 20:07–20:46
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:23–06:21, 09:22–20:46

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shravana until 12:10, Dhanishtha from 12:10; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 13:23, Krishna-dvitya from 13:23; lagna Karka 04:23, Simha 06:21, Kanya 09:22, Tula 12:22, Vrischika 15:23, Dhanu 18:10, Makara 20:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 12:10) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 12:10) — longevity (increased vitality); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

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 12:10

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:23–12:10+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:23–12:10+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:23–12:10+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:23–19:54+1 Auspicious tithi 04:23–13:230 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 13:23–04:25 (28.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:23

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Panchaka, Anandadi: Rakshasa
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:25

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 11:59 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 11:32 more
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 17:39 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 11:59 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 11:32nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 11:59tithi Krishna-tritya
from 11:59karana Vanija
from 17:39yoga Shobhana
from 23:10karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:35
Sunrise04:25
Noon12:35
Sunset20:45
End of twilight21:34
Moonrise21:40
Moonset06:29
Day length16 h 19 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:32from 11:59

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (11:32–20:45) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Dwipushkar Yoga 04:25–11:32

Anandadi: Matanga 04:25–11:32 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:32–04:27 (29.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 23:10–10:17 (29.07); Bhadra Puchha 06:23–07:30 (29.07); Bhadra Mukha 07:30–09:21 (29.07)
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 23:54 (27.07)–06:48 (01.08)

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

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:24–03:54
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:18–16:23
Godhuli20:45–21:00
Pradosha20:45–22:17
Nishitha00:20–00:51 (29.07)
Amrita Kalam03:41–05:14 (29.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:42–20:45
Yamaganda12:35–14:37
Gulika Kalam16:40–18:42
Dur Muhurta18:34–19:39
Varjyam18:28–20:00

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:25–06:17, 09:18–20:45

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 04:25–06:17, 09:18–20:45
Cutting fingernailsaverage 04:25–06:17, 09:18–15:19, 20:03–20:45
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:25–06:17, 09:18–20:45
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 11:32, Shatabhisha from 11:32; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 11:59, Krishna-tritya from 11:59; lagna Karka 04:25, Simha 06:17, Kanya 09:18, Tula 12:18, Vrischika 15:19, Dhanu 18:06, Makara 20:03

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 11:32) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 11:32) — gaining strength; Sunday — physical well-being.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

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

+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:25–11:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:25–11:32+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:25–17:39+1 Auspicious tithi 04:25–11:590 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 04:25–11:32−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 11:32–04:27 (29.07)−1 Panchaka all day

Panchanga at sunrise 04:25

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Bhadra on earth
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsSankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana) · Shravana Somvar

At sunrise 04:27

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 10:17 more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 10:37 more
YogaShobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 15:12 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:17 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 10:17tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 10:17karana Bava
from 10:37nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 15:12yoga Atiganda
from 21:21karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:37
Sunrise04:27
Noon12:35
Sunset20:43
End of twilight21:32
Moonrise21:46
Moonset08:01
Day length16 h 16 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:17from 10:37

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (04:27–10:37) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (10:37–20:43) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:27–10:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana) · 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, 21:46
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Shravana Somvar · Shiva

A Monday of the month of Shravana (here by the purnimanta reckoning, as in North India): a fast and abhisheka of Shiva with water and milk — special worship in the month of Shiva.

Rule: by weekday

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Anandadi: Amrita 04:27–10:37 Anandadi: Musala 10:37–04:28 (30.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 23:10 (28.07)–10:17; Bhadra Puchha 06:23–07:30; Bhadra Mukha 07:30–09:21
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 23:54 (27.07)–06:48 (01.08)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:25–03:56
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:17–16:22
Godhuli20:43–20:58
Pradosha20:43–22:16
Nishitha00:20–00:51 (30.07)
Amrita Kalam03:41–05:14, 01:51–03:23 (30.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:29–08:31
Yamaganda10:33–12:35
Gulika Kalam14:37–16:39
Dur Muhurta13:07–14:12, 16:22–17:28
Varjyam16:43–18:14

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 04:27–06:13, 09:14–10:17

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 10:37, Purva-Bhadra from 10:37; tithi Krishna-tritya until 10:17, Krishna-chaturti from 10:17; lagna Karka 04:27, Simha 06:13, Kanya 09:14, Tula 12:14, Vrischika 15:15, Dhanu 18:02, Makara 19:59

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 10:37) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 10:37) — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 10:17–20:43: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 04:27–10:17: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:27–10:37+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:27–10:37+1 Yoga Shobhana 04:27–15:12+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:27–10:170 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 15:12–17:20−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 10:37–04:28 (30.07)−1 Anandadi: Musala 10:37–04:28 (30.07)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Bhadra on earth 04:27–10:17−1 Rikta tithi 10:17–04:28 (30.07)

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 04:27

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Rikta tithi
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:28

Tithi4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 08:23 more
NakshatraPurva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 09:29 more
YogaAtiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 12:34 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 08:23 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 08:23tithi Krishna-panchami
from 08:23karana Kaulava
from 09:29nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 12:34yoga Sukarma
from 19:22karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:39
Sunrise04:28
Noon12:35
Sunset20:41
End of twilight21:30
Moonrise21:52
Moonset09:32
Day length16 h 12 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:23from 09:29

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, Purva-Bhadra (04:28–09:29) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (09:29–20:41) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:29–04:30 (31.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 09:29–04:30 (31.07)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:23–04:30 (31.07)

Anandadi: Siddhi 09:29–04:30 (31.07) Anandadi: Kana 04:28–09:29

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 23:54 (27.07)–06:48 (01.08)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:26–03:57
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:17–16:22
Godhuli20:41–20:57
Pradosha20:41–22:15
Nishitha00:20–00:51 (31.07)
Amrita Kalam03:39–05:10 (31.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:38–18:39
Yamaganda08:32–10:33
Gulika Kalam12:35–14:36
Dur Muhurta07:43–08:48, 23:49–00:20 (31.07)
Varjyam18:34–20:05

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 09:10–20:41

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 09:10–20:41
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 09:10–20:41
Bathing, washing hairaverage 09:10–20:41

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 09:29, Uttara-Bhadra from 09:29; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 08:23, Krishna-panchami from 08:23; lagna Karka 04:28, Simha 06:09, Kanya 09:10, Tula 12:10, Vrischika 15:12, Dhanu 17:58, Makara 19:55

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 09:29) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 09:29) — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 04:28–08:23: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −1

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 09:29–04:30 (31.07)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 09:29–04:30 (31.07)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 09:29–04:30 (31.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 08:23–04:30 (31.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:29–04:30 (31.07)+1 Yoga Sukarma 12:34–04:30 (31.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:23–04:30 (31.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:28–09:29−2 Rikta tithi 04:28–08:23−3 Anandadi: Kana 04:28–09:29

Panchanga at sunrise 04:28

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Panchaka
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraVikari (No. 33) · Shaka 1761 · Vikram 1896 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:30

Tithi5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 06:19 more
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 08:12 more
YogaSukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 09:50 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 06:19 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 06:19tithi Krishna-shashti (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 06:19karana Gara
from 08:12nakshatra Revati
from 09:50yoga Dhriti
from 17:15karana Vanija
from 04:09 (01.08)tithi Krishna-saptami
from 04:09 (01.08)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:41
Sunrise04:30
Noon12:35
Sunset20:39
End of twilight21:27
Moonrise21:59
Moonset11:03
Day length16 h 08 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 06:19from 08:12

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (04:30–08:12) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (08:12–20:39) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:12–04:32 (01.08) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–04:32 (01.08)

Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:30–08:12 Anandadi: Utpata 08:12–04:32 (01.08)

  • Bhadra on earth: 04:09–06:48 (01.08)
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 23:54 (27.07)–06:48 (01.08)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 05:57–06:41
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 01:10–12:27 (01.08)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:28–03:59
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:16–16:21
Godhuli20:39–20:55
Pradosha20:39–22:14
Nishitha00:20–00:51 (01.08)
Amrita Kalam03:39–05:10

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:35–14:36
Yamaganda06:31–08:32
Gulika Kalam10:34–12:35
Dur Muhurta12:02–13:07
Varjyam19:30–21:00

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:30–06:05

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 04:30–06:05
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 04:30–06:05
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:30–06:05, 09:06–17:54, 19:51–20:39

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 08:12, Revati from 08:12; tithi Krishna-panchami until 06:19, Krishna-shashti from 06:19; lagna Karka 04:30, Simha 06:05, Kanya 09:06, Tula 12:06, Vrischika 15:08, Dhanu 17:54, Makara 19:51

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 08:12) — a good life; Revati (from 08:12) — increase in property; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +1

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

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+2 Ravi Yoga 08:12–04:32 (01.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:30–08:12+1 Yoga Sukarma 04:30–09:50+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:30–06:190 Anandadi: Utpata 08:12–04:32 (01.08) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 06:19–04:09 (01.08)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:30–08:12−1 Panchaka all day−2 Kshaya tithi

Panchanga at sunrise 04:30

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
Nija 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.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
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.
Vikari (No. 33 of 60, “changeable, sickly”) — A year of ailments: illness and changes for the worse; health needs looking after.
Northern samvatsara: Sadharana (No. 44)
Shaka Samvat 1761 · Vikram Samvat 1896 · Kali Yuga 4940
Next year — Sharvari, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 2.04.1840
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Krishna-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.
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
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.
Kaulava (movable)
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Soma vara — Moon Day
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
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).
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 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-panchami
any undertakings
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: 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 nakshatra)
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
Anandadi: 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.
Hutashana Yoga
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
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.
Roga Panchaka
Began on a Sunday: the “illness” Panchaka — people guard their health and do not start medical treatment or journeys.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Gandanta
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
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 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.
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.
Monday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
nakshatra
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.
Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
tithi
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
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”
Dhanu
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”
lagna
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.
Rules and sources
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.

Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Auspicious weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Auspicious tithi
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Panchaka
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
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.
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
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.
Gara (movable)
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Mangala vara — Mars Day
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra 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-shashti
plowing the ground
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Ravi Yoga
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
Tripushkar Yoga
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Anandadi: Siddhi — “success”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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: 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.
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.
Anandadi: Kana — “one-eyed, defective”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Bhadra
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.
Bhadra Mukha
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
Bhadra Puchha
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Tuesday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-shashti
−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.
Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
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.
Uttara-Bhadra (26)
Meaning: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)
Saubhagya (4) — “good fortune, marital happiness”
Auspicious: weddings and family matters, anything meant to bring good fortune and well-being.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Vishti (movable)
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Buddha vara — Mercury Day
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
Anandadi: Lumbaka
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Utpata — “calamity”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Wednesday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
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.
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.
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)
Atiganda (6) — “great danger”
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Balava (movable)
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 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-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Anandadi: Mitra — “friend”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Manasa — “thought”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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 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
Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami (9, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
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
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.
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.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

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

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
Anandadi: Vajra — “thunderbolt”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Mudgara — “hammer”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Friday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Ashwini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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.
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
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.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
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 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
Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
Vishti (Bhadra)
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Krishna-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.
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
Ravi vara — Sun Day
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Anandadi: Prajapati — “lord of creatures”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: 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.
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.
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
Krittika
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Rohini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Ganda (10) — “danger, knot”
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Krishna-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.
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)
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
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.
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.
Amrita Siddhi Yoga
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.
Anandadi: 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.
Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-trayodashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Vriddhi (11) — “growth, increase”
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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.
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)
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.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

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

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Anandadi: Chara — “movable”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
Yamaghanta
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
Ardra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna Chaturdashi
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Krishna-chaturdashi (14, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Ardra (6)
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)
Dhruva (12) — “fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Shakuni (fixed)
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Anandadi: 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.
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.
Punarvasu
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Amavasya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Ashadha (Vedic name Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima.
Patron: Vamana; Aditya — Varuna. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Ashadha. Ritu: Grishma.
Shukla-pratipat (1, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
Punarvasu (7)
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth
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.
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.
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.
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 Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).

Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Guru Pushya Yoga
A Thursday when the Moon is in Pushya. One of the best times for buying gold and valuables, beginning studies, mantra initiation and spiritual undertakings; not used for weddings.
Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvitya (2, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
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
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 Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

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

Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
nakshatra Magha
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.
Anandadi: Padma — “lotus”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturti (4, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
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
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.
The Sun’s entry into a new sidereal sign — the start of a solar month. The time around this moment (Punya Kala) is favourable for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Chhatra — “royal parasol”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Sankranti day
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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-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.
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
Variyana (18) — “excellent, best”
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Bava (movable)
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Shrivatsa — “mark of good fortune on Vishnu’s chest”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-shashti (6, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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
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.
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-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
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.
Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-saptami (7, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
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
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.
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 Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
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.
Shukla-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Tryahasparsha
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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)
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.
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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
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.
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.
Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ashtami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-ashtami (8, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
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
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.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

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

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Matanga — “elephant”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Swati
+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.
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)
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.
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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable 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.
Shukla (24) — “bright, pure”
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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)
Brahma (25) — “Brahma, sacred knowledge”
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

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

Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
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.
Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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)
Indra (26) — “Indra, lord”
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

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

Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
Mula
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-triodashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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)
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.
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Purva-Ashadha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable 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.
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.
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)
Vishkambha (1) — “prop, bolt”
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Uttara-Ashadha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purnima (15, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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
The exact opposition of the Sun and the Moon: the Moon is at full strength. A time for fasts, pujas and charity.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-pratipat (1, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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)
Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

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

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Dwipushkar Yoga
The same combination of weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat) and Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12), but with the nakshatra Mrigashirsha, Chitra or Dhanishtha. The result repeats twice: good for acquisitions, bad for losses, loans and funerals.
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.
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.
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
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.
Shobhana (5) — “splendid, beautiful”
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra 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-tritya
any undertakings
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

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

Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
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.