Panchanga Calendar

July 2113

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SamvatsaraShrimukha (7)MonthJyeshtha → Ashadha from 14.07RituGrishmaAyanaUttarayana → Dakshinayana from 18.07Place55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

July 2113 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Jyeshtha (until 13.07), Ashadha (from 14.07). Periods: 14–21.07 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri; from 24.07 — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 15.07 Ratha Yatra; 24.07 Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma); 28.07 Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima).

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
1UAsh2
2Shra3Sankashti
3Dhan4
4Shat6
5PBh7Kalashtami
6UBh8
7Ashw9
8Bhar10
9Krit11Yogini Ekadashi
10Roh12Soma Pradosha
11Mrig13Masik Shivaratri
12Ard14
13Pun30Amavasya
14Push1Chandra Darshan
15Ashl2Ratha Yatra
16Mag3Vinayaka Chaturthi
17PPh4
18UPh5Karka Sankranti
19Has6after 09:59
20Has7
21Chit8Masik Durgashtami
22Swa9after 16:51
23Vish10until 11:20
24Anu11Devshayani
25Jye12Bhauma Pradosha
26Mul13
27PAsh14
28UAsh15Guru Purnima
29Shra1until 17:27
30Dhan2until 16:02
31Shat3Sankashti
Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable
Markersafter / until HH:MM
Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya
Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed
Icons this month (21)
Tripushkar YogaSankashtiKalashtamiEkadashiPradoshaShivaratriAmrita Siddhi YogaGuru Pushya Yogaday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Chandra DarshanGupta NavaratriRatha YatraVinayaka ChaturthiSankrantiSkanda ShashtiGoddess (Durga, Kali)DevshayaniGuru Purnimaday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)Dwipushkar YogaShravana 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

  • 10.07 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.
  • 19.07 Wed — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Ananda after 09:59
    Hasta (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
  • 22.07 Sat — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) after 16:51
    Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
  • 23.07 Sun — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga, Auspicious tithi until 11:20
    Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
  • 24.07 Mon — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Yoga Brahma after 20:02
    Jyestha (sharp): for drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies.
  • 29.07 Sat — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra until 17:27
    Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.

Festivals

  • 2.07 Sun Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)
  • 5.07 Wed Kalashtami
  • 9.07 Sun Yogini Ekadashi
  • 10.07 Mon Soma Pradosha
  • 11.07 Tue Masik Shivaratri
  • 13.07 Thu Jyeshtha Amavasya
  • 14.07 Fri Chandra Darshan
  • 14.07 Fri Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • 15.07 Sat Ratha Yatra
  • 16.07 Sun Vinayaka Chaturthi
  • 18.07 Tue Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana)
  • 18.07 Tue Skanda Shashti
  • 21.07 Fri Masik Durgashtami
  • 24.07 Mon Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)
  • 25.07 Tue Bhauma Pradosha
  • 28.07 Fri Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima)
  • 28.07 Fri Ashadha Purnima
  • 31.07 Mon Sankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana)
  • 31.07 Mon Shravana Somvar

Special muhurta yogas

  • 1.07 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 03:50–06:49
  • 1.07 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:34–03:50 (02.07)
  • 4.07 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 00:04–03:53 (05.07)
  • 6.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:13–03:55 (07.07)
  • 7.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:55–02:09 (08.07)
  • 9.07 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 12:39–23:16
  • 10.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 10.07 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 22:04–04:00 (11.07)
  • 13.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 13.07 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 20:21–04:04 (14.07)
  • 13.07 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 20:21–04:04 (14.07)
  • 19.07 Wed Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 22.07 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:17–12:12
  • 24.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:20–16:46
  • 28.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:28–04:29 (29.07)
  • 29.07 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:29–17:27
  • 29.07 Sat Dwipushkar Yoga 17:27–04:31 (30.07)
  • 30.07 Sun Dwipushkar Yoga 04:31–14:42

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

  • 1.07 Sat — Vaidhriti, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Vishti (Bhadra)
  • 3.07 Mon — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Panchaka
  • 8.07 Sat — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vishti (Bhadra), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
  • 9.07 Sun — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krakacha Yoga (unfavourable day)
  • 12.07 Wed — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Musala
  • 13.07 Thu — Amavasya
  • 16.07 Sun — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 18.07 Tue — Sankranti day, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Yoga Parigha
  • 26.07 Wed — Yamaghanta, Vaidhriti, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)

Sky this month

  • 13.07 New moon (Amavasya) 05:57
  • 18.07 Karka Sankranti 04:08 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)
  • 28.07 Full moon (Purnima) 18:41
  • There are no eclipses this month.

Periods

  • 14–21.07 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • from 24.07 Chaturmasya
  • 2.07 21:37 – 7.07 03:41 Roga Panchaka
  • 30.07 04:47 – 3.08 09:05 Roga Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Shrimukha (No. 7, “fair-faced, face of wealth”) — A year of wealth and well-being: success in affairs, honour and plenty. more

Northern samvatsara: Sarvajit. Shaka Samvat 2035, Vikram Samvat 2170, Kali Yuga 5214.

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

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

Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.

Times are standard time UTC+3 (from the site settings, without daylight saving time) · panchanga at sunrise (upper limb of the Sun’s disc, with refraction) · ayanamsa Lahiri · place 55°45′ N 37°35′ E · festival dates are calculated for this location by the rules of kala vyapti · times of Sankranti are accurate to within a few minutes · after 2100, times are approximate: the ΔT correction for such dates is unknown

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more

At sunrise 03:50

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 06:49 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 10:34 more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 20:24 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 06:49 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 06:49tithi Krishna-tritya
from 06:49karana Vanija
from 10:34nakshatra Shravana
from 18:15karana Vishti
from 20:24yoga Vishkambha

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:49
Sunrise03:50
Noon12:33
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:16
Moonrise23:08
Moonset05:46
Day length17 h 26 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 06:49from 10:34

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (03:50–10:34) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (10:34–21:16) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 18:15–21:16: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 03:50–06:49 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:34–03:50 (02.07)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:49–10:34

Anandadi: Chara 04:38–12:08 Anandadi: Sthira 12:08–03:50 (02.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:50–04:38

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 18:15–05:35 (02.07); Bhadra Puchha 01:36–02:44 (02.07); Bhadra Mukha 02:44–04:38 (02.07)

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 Muhurta11:58–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:16–21:30
Pradosha21:16–22:35
Nishitha00:20–00:47 (02.07)
Amrita Kalam04:12–05:48, 23:51–01:25 (02.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:11–10:22
Yamaganda14:44–16:55
Gulika Kalam03:50–06:01
Dur Muhurta03:50–04:59, 04:59–06:09
Varjyam14:28–16:02

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 20:24–21:16

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 20:24–21:16
Cutting fingernailsbad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsaverage 20:24–21:16
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 10:34, Shravana from 10:34; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 06:49, Krishna-tritya from 06:49; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 05:25, Simha 08:24, Kanya 11:24, Tula 14:25, Vrischika 17:26, Dhanu 20:08

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 10:34) — improved health; Shravana (from 10:34) — bodily development (physical growth); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Vaidhriti 03:50–20:24: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 10:34–03:50 (02.07)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 12:08–03:50 (02.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–10:34+1 Auspicious tithi 03:50–06:490 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 06:49–10:34 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 03:50–06:490 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:50–04:380 Vishti (Bhadra) 18:15–03:50 (02.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Vaidhriti 03:50–20:24

Panchanga at sunrise 03:50

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
FestivalsSankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)

At sunrise 03:50

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 05:35 more
NakshatraShravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 10:01 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 18:12 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 05:35 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 05:35tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 05:35karana Bava
from 10:01nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 16:49karana Balava
from 18:12yoga Priti

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:51
Sunrise03:50
Noon12:33
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:16
Moonrise23:34
Moonset07:06
Day length17 h 25 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:35from 10:01

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, Shravana (03:50–10:01) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:50–05:35: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala) · Ganesha

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

Rule: at moonrise, 23:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:35–03:51 (03.07)

Anandadi: Matanga 10:01–03:51 (03.07) Anandadi: Gada 03:50–10:01

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 18:15 (01.07)–05:35; Bhadra Puchha 01:36–02:44; Bhadra Mukha 02:44–04:38
  • Roga Panchaka: 21:37–03:41 (07.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:58–03:24
Abhijit Muhurta11:58–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:16–21:29
Pradosha21:16–22:35
Nishitha00:20–00:47 (03.07)
Amrita Kalam23:07–00:39 (03.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:05–21:16
Yamaganda12:33–14:44
Gulika Kalam16:55–19:05
Dur Muhurta18:56–20:06
Varjyam13:52–15:24

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:50–05:35

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 03:50–05:35
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:50–05:35
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:50–08:20, 11:20–20:04

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shravana until 10:01, Dhanishtha from 10:01; tithi Krishna-tritya until 05:35, Krishna-chaturti from 05:35; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 05:21, Simha 08:20, Kanya 11:20, Tula 14:21, Vrischika 17:22, Dhanu 20:04

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 10:01) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 10:01) — longevity (increased vitality); Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 05:35–21:16: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+1 Anandadi: Matanga 10:01–03:51 (03.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:50–10:01+1 Auspicious tithi 03:50–05:350 Yoga Priti 18:12–03:51 (03.07)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:50–05:35−1 Anandadi: Gada 03:50–10:01−2 Rikta tithi 05:35–03:51 (03.07)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:35–03:51 (03.07)

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 03:50

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more

At sunrise 03:51

Tithi4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 04:00 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 09:08 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 15:45 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 04:00 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 04:00tithi Krishna-panchami (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 04:00karana Kaulava
from 09:08nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 15:06karana Taitila
from 15:45yoga Ayushman
from 02:08 (04.07)tithi Krishna-shashti
from 02:08 (04.07)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:52
Sunrise03:51
Noon12:34
Sunset21:15
End of twilight22:15
Moonrise23:53
Moonset08:31
Day length17 h 23 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 04:00from 09:08

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (09:08–21:15) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:51–09:08

Hutashana Yoga 02:08–03:52 (04.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 02:08–03:52 (04.07)

Anandadi: Shubha 03:51–09:08 Anandadi: Amrita 09:08–03:52 (04.07)

  • Roga Panchaka: 21:37 (02.07)–03:41 (07.07)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 01:46–02:30 (04.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:59–03:25
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:15–21:29
Pradosha21:15–22:35
Nishitha00:21–00:47 (04.07)
Amrita Kalam01:08–02:40 (04.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:02–08:12
Yamaganda10:23–12:33
Gulika Kalam14:44–16:54
Dur Muhurta13:08–14:18, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam16:00–17:31

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:00–08:16, 11:17–17:18

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 04:00–08:16, 11:17–17:18
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 04:00–08:16, 11:17–17:18
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:00–08:16, 11:17–20:00

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 09:08, Shatabhisha from 09:08; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 04:00, Krishna-panchami from 04:00; lagna Mithuna 03:51, Karka 05:17, Simha 08:16, Kanya 11:17, Tula 14:17, Vrischika 17:18, Dhanu 20:00

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 09:08) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 09:08) — gaining strength; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 03:51–04:00: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +1

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

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+1 Anandadi: Shubha 03:51–09:08+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–09:08+1 Yoga Priti 03:51–15:45+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:51–09:08+1 Auspicious tithi 04:00–02:08 (04.07)−1 Panchaka all day−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Rikta tithi 03:51–04:00

Panchanga at sunrise 03:51

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Anandadi: Mrityu, Panchaka
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more

At sunrise 03:52

Tithi6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 00:04 (05.07) more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 08:00 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 13:07 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 13:07 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:00nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 13:07yoga Saubhagya
from 13:07karana Vanija
from 00:04 (05.07)tithi Krishna-saptami
from 00:04 (05.07)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:53
Sunrise03:52
Noon12:34
Sunset21:15
End of twilight22:14
Moonrisenone
Moonset09:58
Day length17 h 22 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 08:00

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 (03:52–08:00) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (08:00–21:15) is good for root crops.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:00–03:53 (05.07) Tripushkar Yoga 00:04–03:53 (05.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–00:04 (05.07) Hutashana Yoga 00:04–03:53 (05.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:04–03:53 (05.07)

Anandadi: Mrityu 03:52–08:00 Anandadi: Kana 08:00–03:53 (05.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 00:04–10:58 (05.07); Bhadra Puchha 04:25–05:31 (05.07); Bhadra Mukha 05:31–07:20 (05.07)
  • Roga Panchaka: 21:37 (02.07)–03:41 (07.07)

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 Muhurta02:59–03:26
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:15–21:28
Pradosha21:15–22:34
Nishitha00:21–00:47 (05.07)
Amrita Kalam23:07–00:38 (05.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:54–19:04
Yamaganda08:13–10:23
Gulika Kalam12:34–14:44
Dur Muhurta07:21–08:30, 23:54–00:21 (05.07)
Varjyam14:03–15:33

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:52–08:00

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:52–08:00
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:52–08:00
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:52–08:00

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 08:00, Purva-Bhadra from 08:00; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Mithuna 03:52, Karka 05:13, Simha 08:12, Kanya 11:13, Tula 14:13, Vrischika 17:14, Dhanu 19:56

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 08:00) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 08:00) — 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 = −2

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 08:00–03:53 (05.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:52–08:00+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:52–13:070 Anandadi: Kana 08:00–03:53 (05.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:52–00:04 (05.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 00:04–03:53 (05.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:00–03:53 (05.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 03:52–08:00

Panchanga at sunrise 03:52

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Saubhagya; cons: Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
FestivalsKalashtami

At sunrise 03:53

Tithi7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 21:51 more
NakshatraPurva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 06:40 more
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 10:19 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:58 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 06:40nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 10:19yoga Shobhana
from 10:58karana Bava
from 21:51tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 21:51karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:54
Sunrise03:53
Noon12:34
Sunset21:14
End of twilight22:13
Moonrise00:09
Moonset11:24
Day length17 h 20 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 06:40

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (03:53–06:40) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (06:40–21:14) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:53–10:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Kalashtami · Kalabhairava

The eighth day of the waning Moon is dedicated to Kalabhairava, the fierce form of Shiva. The day is chosen so that Ashtami prevails at the beginning of the night (Pradosha). Devotees fast, worship Bhairava in the evening and at night, and feed dogs — the dog is his mount.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:51–22:34
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:53–06:40 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–21:51

Hutashana Yoga 21:51–03:54 (06.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:51–03:54 (06.07)

Anandadi: Padma 03:53–06:40 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:40–03:54 (06.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 01:01–10:58; Bhadra Puchha 04:25–05:31; Bhadra Mukha 05:31–07:20
  • Roga Panchaka: 21:37 (02.07)–03:41 (07.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:00–03:27
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:14–21:27
Pradosha21:14–22:34
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (06.07)
Amrita Kalam00:43–02:13 (06.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:34–14:44
Yamaganda06:03–08:13
Gulika Kalam10:24–12:34
Dur Muhurta11:59–13:08
Varjyam15:41–17:12

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 11:09–17:10

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 11:09–17:10
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 11:09–17:10
Bathing, washing hairgood 06:40–08:08, 11:09–19:52

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 06:40, Uttara-Bhadra from 06:40; tithi Krishna-saptami; lagna Mithuna 03:53, Karka 05:09, Simha 08:08, Kanya 11:09, Tula 14:09, Vrischika 17:10, Dhanu 19:52

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 06:40) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 06:40) — 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:

  • Bhadra on earth 03:53–10:58: 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 = +1

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

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–21:51+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:53–10:19+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:40–03:54 (06.07)0 Ravi Yoga 03:53–06:400 Anandadi: Padma 03:53–06:40−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 06:40–03:54 (06.07)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:53–06:40−1 Bhadra on earth 03:53–10:58

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 03:53

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Surya Dagdha tithi
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more

At sunrise 03:54

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 19:33 more
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 05:13 more
YogaShobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 07:26 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 08:42 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 05:13nakshatra Revati
from 07:26yoga Atiganda
from 08:42karana Kaulava
from 19:33tithi Krishna-navami
from 19:33karana Taitila
from 03:41 (07.07)nakshatra Ashwini

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:56
Sunrise03:54
Noon12:34
Sunset21:13
End of twilight22:12
Moonrise00:24
Moonset12:51
Day length17 h 18 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:13from 19:33

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, Uttara-Bhadra (03:54–05:13) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (05:13–21:13) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:13–03:55 (07.07)

Krakacha Yoga 03:54–19:33 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:54–19:33 Hutashana Yoga 19:33–03:55 (07.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:33–03:55 (07.07)

Anandadi: Chhatra 03:54–05:13 Anandadi: Mitra 05:13–03:41 (07.07) Anandadi: Manasa 03:41–03:55 (07.07)

  • Roga Panchaka: 21:37 (02.07)–03:41 (07.07)
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:05–09:18 (07.07)
  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:01–03:28
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:13–21:27
Pradosha21:13–22:34
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (07.07)
Amrita Kalam01:27–02:57 (07.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:44–16:54
Yamaganda03:54–06:04
Gulika Kalam08:14–10:24
Dur Muhurta09:41–10:50, 16:36–17:45
Varjyam16:27–17:57

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:54–08:04, 11:05–19:33

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 05:13, Revati from 05:13; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 19:33, Krishna-navami from 19:33; lagna Mithuna 03:54, Karka 05:05, Simha 08:04, Kanya 11:05, Tula 14:05, Vrischika 17:06, Dhanu 19:48

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 05:13) — a good life; Revati (from 05:13) — increase in property; Thursday — success.

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 03:54–19:33: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Krishna-navami 19:33–21:13: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

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 05:13–03:55 (07.07)+1 Anandadi: Mitra 05:13–03:41 (07.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:54–05:13+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:54–07:26+1 Auspicious weekday0 Hutashana Yoga 19:33–03:55 (07.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:33–03:55 (07.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:54–19:33 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Atiganda 07:26–09:33−1 Ashtami 03:54–19:33−1 Panchaka 03:54–03:41 (07.07)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:54–19:33−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:54–19:33

Panchanga at sunrise 03:54

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Gandanta
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more

At sunrise 03:55

Tithi9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 17:13 more
NakshatraAshwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 02:09 (08.07) more
Gandamula
YogaAtiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 04:30 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 06:23 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 04:30yoga Sukarma
from 06:23karana Gara
from 17:13tithi Krishna-dashami
from 17:13karana Vanija
from 01:33 (08.07)yoga Dhriti
from 02:09 (08.07)nakshatra Bharani

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:57
Sunrise03:55
Noon12:34
Sunset21:12
End of twilight22:11
Moonrise00:38
Moonset14:18
Day length17 h 17 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 17:13

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:55–02:09 (08.07)

Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–17:13 Hutashana Yoga 17:13–03:57 (08.07)

Anandadi: Vajra 03:55–02:09 (08.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 02:09–03:57 (08.07)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 22:05 (06.07)–09:18
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:02–03:29
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:12–21:26
Pradosha21:12–22:33
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (08.07)
Amrita Kalam19:25–20:55

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:24–12:34
Yamaganda16:53–19:03
Gulika Kalam06:05–08:15
Dur Muhurta07:23–08:32, 13:09–14:18
Varjyam22:24–23:54

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 17:13–21:12

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 17:13–21:12
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 17:13–21:12
Bathing, washing hairgood 17:13–19:44

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-navami until 17:13, Krishna-dashami from 17:13; lagna Mithuna 03:55, Karka 05:01, Simha 08:00, Kanya 11:01, Tula 14:01, Vrischika 17:02, Dhanu 19:44

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 03:55–17:13: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • 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 03:55–02:09 (08.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:55–02:09 (08.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Sukarma 04:30–01:33 (08.07)0 Hutashana Yoga 17:13–03:57 (08.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–17:13 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:55–02:09 (08.07)−1 Gandanta 03:55–09:18−2 Rikta tithi 03:55–17:13

Panchanga at sunrise 03:55

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more

At sunrise 03:57

Tithi10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 14:53 more
NakshatraBharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 00:39 (09.07) more
YogaDhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 22:38 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 04:03 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 04:03karana Vishti
from 14:53tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 14:53karana Bava
from 22:38yoga Shula
from 00:39 (09.07)nakshatra Krittika
from 01:46 (09.07)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:59
Sunrise03:57
Noon12:34
Sunset21:12
End of twilight22:09
Moonrise00:54
Moonset15:46
Day length17 h 15 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 14:53

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (03:57–21:12) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:03–14:53: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:57–14:53 Hutashana Yoga 14:53–03:58 (09.07)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 00:39–03:58 (09.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:57–00:39 (09.07)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 04:03–14:53; Bhadra Puchha 05:41–06:46; Bhadra Mukha 06:46–08:34
  • Gandanta (tithi): 14:32–15:15

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:03–03:30
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:12–21:25
Pradosha21:12–22:33
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (09.07)
Amrita Kalam20:09–21:39

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:15–10:25
Yamaganda14:43–16:53
Gulika Kalam03:57–06:06
Dur Muhurta03:57–05:06, 05:06–06:15
Varjyam11:09–12:39

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 03:57–07:56, 10:57–19:40

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Krishna-dashami until 14:53, Krishna-ekadashi from 14:53; lagna Mithuna 03:57, Karka 04:57, Simha 07:56, Kanya 10:57, Tula 13:57, Vrischika 16:58, Dhanu 19:40

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 03:57–22:38−1 Hutashana Yoga 14:53–03:58 (09.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 03:57–00:39 (09.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:57–00:39 (09.07)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:57–14:53−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:03–14:53

Panchanga at sunrise 03:57

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
FestivalsYogini Ekadashi

At sunrise 03:58

Tithi11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 12:39 more
NakshatraKrittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 23:16 more
YogaShula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 19:48 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 12:39 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 12:39tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 12:39karana Kaulava
from 19:48yoga Ganda
from 23:16nakshatra Rohini
from 23:35karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:00
Sunrise03:58
Noon12:35
Sunset21:11
End of twilight22:08
Moonrise01:12
Moonset17:14
Day length17 h 12 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 12:39

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (03:58–21:11) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Yogini Ekadashi · Vishnu

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 14:53 (08.07)–12:39
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 03:59–07:25 (10.07)

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 12:39–23:16

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:58–12:39 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:39–03:59 (10.07) Hutashana Yoga 12:39–03:59 (10.07) Krakacha Yoga 12:39–03:59 (10.07)

Anandadi: Prajapati 23:16–03:59 (10.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:58–23:16

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 Muhurta03:04–03:31
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:35
Godhuli21:11–21:24
Pradosha21:11–22:32
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (10.07)
Amrita Kalam21:00–22:31

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:02–21:11
Yamaganda12:34–14:43
Gulika Kalam16:52–19:02
Dur Muhurta18:53–20:02
Varjyam11:58–13:28

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 03:58–07:52, 10:53–19:36

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 12:39, Krishna-dvadashi from 12:39; lagna Mithuna 03:58, Karka 04:53, Simha 07:52, Kanya 10:53, Tula 13:53, Vrischika 16:54, Dhanu 19:36

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

0 Tripushkar Yoga 12:39–23:160 Yoga Ganda 19:48–21:56−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:39–03:59 (10.07)−1 Hutashana Yoga 12:39–03:59 (10.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:58–23:16−1 Krakacha Yoga 12:39–03:59 (10.07)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:58–12:39

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:58

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Vardhamana
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
FestivalsSoma Pradosha

At sunrise 03:59

Tithi12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 10:34 more
NakshatraRohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 22:04 more
YogaGanda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 17:07 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 10:34 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 10:34tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 10:34karana Gara
from 17:07yoga Vriddhi
from 21:36karana Vanija
from 22:04nakshatra Mrigashirsha

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:02
Sunrise03:59
Noon12:35
Sunset21:10
End of twilight22:07
Moonrise01:36
Moonset18:39
Day length17 h 10 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 10:34

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (03:59–21:10) is good for sowing.

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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, 21:10–22:32
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 22:04–04:00 (11.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:59–10:34

Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:59–22:04 Anandadi: Ananda 22:04–04:00 (11.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:05–03:32
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:35
Godhuli21:10–21:23
Pradosha21:10–22:32
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (11.07)
Amrita Kalam19:02–20:33

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:08–08:17
Yamaganda10:26–12:34
Gulika Kalam14:43–16:52
Dur Muhurta13:09–14:17, 16:35–17:44
Varjyam14:28–15:59, 03:27–04:59 (11.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:59–07:48

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, shavinggood 03:59–07:48
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 03:59–07:48
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:59–07:48, 10:49–19:32

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 10:34, Krishna-trayodashi from 10:34; lagna Mithuna 03:59, Karka 04:49, Simha 07:48, Kanya 10:49, Tula 13:49, Vrischika 16:50, Dhanu 19:32

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; 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 = +6

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 03:59–22:04+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:59–22:04+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Vriddhi 17:07–04:00 (11.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:59–10:34 (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 03:59

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
FestivalsMasik Shivaratri

At sunrise 04:00

Tithi13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 08:42 more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 21:07 more
YogaVriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 14:38 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 08:42 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 08:42tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 08:42karana Vishti
from 14:38yoga Dhruva
from 19:52karana Shakuni
from 21:07nakshatra Ardra

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:03
Sunrise04:00
Noon12:35
Sunset21:09
End of twilight22:05
Moonrise02:09
Moonset19:55
Day length17 h 08 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 08:42from 21:07

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (04:00–21:07) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:42–19:52: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shakuni 19:52–21:09: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 08:42–21:09: 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, 00:21–00:49 (12.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:00–08:42

Yamaghanta 21:07–04:02 (12.07)

Anandadi: Chara 21:07–04:02 (12.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:00–21:07

  • Bhadra in heaven: 08:42–19:52; Bhadra Mukha 08:42–10:34; Bhadra Puchha 18:47–19:55

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:06–03:33
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:34
Godhuli21:09–21:22
Pradosha21:09–22:31
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (12.07)
Amrita Kalam12:40–14:12

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:52–19:00
Yamaganda08:17–10:26
Gulika Kalam12:34–14:43
Dur Muhurta07:26–08:35, 23:54–00:21 (12.07)
Varjyam03:27–04:59

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:00–07:44

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 04:00–07:44
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:00–07:44
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:00–07:44, 10:45–19:29

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 21:07, Ardra from 21:07; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 08:42, Krishna-chaturdashi from 08:42; lagna Mithuna 04:00, Karka 04:45, Simha 07:44, Kanya 10:45, Tula 13:45, Vrischika 16:46, Dhanu 19:29

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 21:07) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 21:07) — sadness; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 08:42–21:09: 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

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) 04:00–08:42+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:00–21:07+1 Yoga Vriddhi 04:00–14:380 Anandadi: Chara 21:07–04:02 (12.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 21:07–04:02 (12.07)0 Yamaghanta 21:07–04:02 (12.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:00–21:07−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:42–19:52−2 Krishna Chaturdashi 08:42–04:02 (12.07)

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 04:00

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more

At sunrise 04:02

Tithi14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 07:08 more
NakshatraArdra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 20:31 more
YogaDhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 12:24 more
KaranaShakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 07:08 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 07:08tithi Amavasya
from 07:08karana Chatushpada
from 12:24yoga Vyaghata
from 18:29karana Naga
from 20:31nakshatra Punarvasu

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:05
Sunrise04:02
Noon12:35
Sunset21:08
End of twilight22:04
Moonrise02:54
Moonset20:57
Day length17 h 05 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 07:08from 20:31

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (20:31–21:08) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Shakuni 04:02–07:08: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Chatushpada 07:08–18:29: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Naga 18:29–21:08: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 04:02–07:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Musala 04:02–20:31 Anandadi: Gada 20:31–04:03 (13.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:07–03:34
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:34
Godhuli21:08–21:21
Pradosha21:08–22:31
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (13.07)
Amrita Kalam10:46–12:20

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:35–14:43
Yamaganda06:10–08:18
Gulika Kalam10:26–12:35
Dur Muhurta12:00–13:09
Varjyam05:19–06:52

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:02–20:31

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ardra until 20:31, Punarvasu from 20:31; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 07:08, Amavasya from 07:08; lagna Mithuna 04:02, Karka 04:42, Simha 07:40, Kanya 10:41, Tula 13:41, Vrischika 16:42, Dhanu 19:25

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 20:31) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 20:31) — 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 04:02–07:08: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Amavasya 07:08–21:08: 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 = −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: Krishna Chaturdashi

+1 Yoga Dhruva 04:02–12:24+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 20:31–04:03 (13.07)0 Yoga Vyaghata 12:24–15:43−1 Anandadi: Musala 04:02–20:31−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:02–20:31−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 04:02–07:08

Panchanga at sunrise 04:02

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Amavasya
MonthJyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
FestivalsJyeshtha Amavasya

At sunrise 04:03

Tithi30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 05:57 more
NakshatraPunarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 20:21 more
YogaVyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 10:30 more
KaranaNaga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 05:57 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 05:57tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 05:57karana Kimstughna
from 10:30yoga Harshana
from 17:31karana Bava
from 20:21nakshatra Pushya

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:07
Sunrise04:03
Noon12:35
Sunset21:06
End of twilight22:02
Moonrise03:52
Moonset21:43
Day length17 h 03 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)05:57

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:57from 20:21

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (04:03–20:21) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (20:21–21:06) is good for sowing.
  • Naga 04:03–05:57: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Kimstughna 05:57–17:31: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Jyeshtha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:08 (12.07)–05:57
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:03–20:21 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 20:21–04:04 (14.07) Guru Pushya Yoga 20:21–04:04 (14.07)

Anandadi: Siddhi 04:03–20:21 Anandadi: Shubha 20:21–04:04 (14.07)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 05:34–06:20

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:08–03:35
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:34
Godhuli21:06–21:20
Pradosha21:06–22:30
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (14.07)
Amrita Kalam17:58–19:34

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:43–16:51
Yamaganda04:03–06:11
Gulika Kalam08:19–10:27
Dur Muhurta09:44–10:52, 16:34–17:42
Varjyam08:26–10:02

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:57–21:06

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 05:57–21:06
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 05:57–21:06
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:03–07:36, 10:37–19:21

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 20:21, Pushya from 20:21; tithi Amavasya until 05:57, Shukla-pratipat from 05:57; lagna Mithuna 04:03, Karka 04:38, Simha 07:36, Kanya 10:37, Tula 13:37, Vrischika 16:38, Dhanu 19:21

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 20:21) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 20:21) — increase in wealth; Thursday — success.

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

  • Amavasya 04:03–05:57: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +5

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

Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 04:03–20:21+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:03–20:21+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:03–20:21+1 Yoga Harshana 10:30–04:04 (14.07)−3 Amavasya 04:03–05:57

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 04:03

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Pushya, Yoga Harshana; cons: Anandadi: Utpata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
FestivalsChandra Darshan · Ashadha Gupta Navaratri

At sunrise 04:04

Tithi1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 05:13 more
NakshatraPushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 20:41 more
YogaHarshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 08:59 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 05:13 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 05:13tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 05:13karana Balava
from 08:59yoga Vajra
from 17:04karana Kaulava
from 20:41nakshatra Ashlesha

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:09
Sunrise04:04
Noon12:35
Sunset21:05
End of twilight22:00
Moonrise05:02
Moonset22:15
Day length17 h 00 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:13from 20:41

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, Pushya (04:04–20:41) is good for sowing.

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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, 21:05–22:15
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:05–22:15

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 05:57 (13.07)–05:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 04:04–05:13
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:01–13:09

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:04–05:13

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:13–04:06 (15.07)

Anandadi: Utpata 04:04–20:41 Anandadi: Mrityu 20:41–04:06 (15.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:09–03:36
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:33
Godhuli21:05–21:19
Pradosha21:05–22:29
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (15.07)
Amrita Kalam14:12–15:49

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:27–12:35
Yamaganda16:50–18:58
Gulika Kalam06:12–08:20
Dur Muhurta07:29–08:37, 13:09–14:17
Varjyam04:28–06:05

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 05:13–07:32, 10:33–16:34

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 05:13–07:32, 10:33–16:34
Cutting fingernailsgood 05:13–07:32, 10:33–16:34
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:04–20:41
Bathing, washing hairgood 05:13–07:32, 10:33–19:17

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Pushya until 20:41, Ashlesha from 20:41; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 05:13, Shukla-dvitya from 05:13; lagna Mithuna 04:04, Karka 04:34, Simha 07:32, Kanya 10:33, Tula 13:34, Vrischika 16:34, Dhanu 19:17

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 20:41) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 20:41) — 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 = 0

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

+2 Pushya 04:04–20:41+1 Yoga Harshana 04:04–08:59+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:13–04:06 (15.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:04–05:13 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 20:41–04:06 (15.07)0 Yoga Vajra 08:59–10:08−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:13–04:06 (15.07)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 04:04–20:41

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:04

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Manasa; 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)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
FestivalsRatha Yatra

At sunrise 04:06

Tithi2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 05:02 more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 2 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 21:35 more
Gandamula
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 07:54 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 05:02 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 05:02tithi Shukla-tritya
from 05:02karana Taitila
from 07:54yoga Siddhi
from 17:10karana Gara
from 21:35nakshatra Magha

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:11
Sunrise04:06
Noon12:35
Sunset21:04
End of twilight21:59
Moonrise06:19
Moonset22:39
Day length16 h 58 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:02

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Festivals and periods

Ratha Yatra · Jagannath

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 05:13 (14.07)–05:02
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 21:35–04:07 (16.07)

Anandadi: Manasa 04:06–21:35 Anandadi: Padma 21:35–04:07 (16.07)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 15:18–03:54 (16.07)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:10–03:38
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:32
Godhuli21:04–21:18
Pradosha21:04–22:29
Nishitha00:22–00:50 (16.07)
Amrita Kalam19:55–21:35

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:20–10:28
Yamaganda14:42–16:49
Gulika Kalam04:06–06:13
Dur Muhurta04:06–05:14, 05:14–06:22
Varjyam09:58–11:37

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:06–07:29, 10:29–16:31

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:06–07:29, 10:29–16:31
Cutting fingernailsaverage 04:06–07:29, 10:29–16:31
Cutting toenailsaverage 05:02–07:29, 10:29–16:31
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:06–07:29, 10:29–19:13

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 05:02, Shukla-tritya from 05:02; lagna Mithuna 04:06, Karka 04:30, Simha 07:29, Kanya 10:29, Tula 13:30, Vrischika 16:31, Dhanu 19:13, Makara 21:02

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

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

+2 Yoga Siddhi 07:54–04:07 (16.07)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 04:06–21:35+1 Auspicious tithi 04:06–05:02−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:06–21:35

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 04:06

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Rikta tithi
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
FestivalsVinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 04:07

Tithi3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 05:26 more
NakshatraMagha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 23:03 more
Gandamula
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 07:17 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 05:26 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 05:26tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 05:26karana Vanija
from 07:17yoga Vyatipata
from 17:52karana Vishti
from 23:03nakshatra Purva-Phalguni

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:12
Sunrise04:07
Noon12:35
Sunset21:03
End of twilight21:57
Moonrise07:36
Moonset22:57
Day length16 h 55 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:26

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, Magha (04:07–21:03) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:52–21:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha

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

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:53–14:17
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:07–23:03

Yamaghanta 04:07–23:03 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:26–04:09 (17.07)

Anandadi: Chhatra 23:03–04:09 (17.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 04:07–23:03

  • Bhadra on earth: 17:52–06:26 (17.07); Bhadra Mukha 17:56–20:01; Bhadra Puchha 05:11–06:26 (17.07)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:11–03:39
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:32
Godhuli21:03–21:17
Pradosha21:03–22:28
Nishitha00:22–00:50 (17.07)
Amrita Kalam20:31–22:12

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:56–21:03
Yamaganda12:35–14:42
Gulika Kalam16:49–18:56
Dur Muhurta18:47–19:55
Varjyam10:19–12:01

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:07–05:26

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 04:07–05:26
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:07–05:26
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:07–05:26

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Shukla-tritya until 05:26, Shukla-chaturti from 05:26; lagna Mithuna 04:07, Karka 04:26, Simha 07:25, Kanya 10:25, Tula 13:26, Vrischika 16:27, Dhanu 19:09, Makara 20:58

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 05:26–21:03: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 17:52–21:03: 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 07:17–21:03: 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −2

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata

+2 Yoga Siddhi 04:07–07:17+2 Ravi Yoga 04:07–23:03+1 Auspicious tithi 04:07–05:260 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:26–04:09 (17.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yamaghanta 04:07–23:03 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Bhadra on earth 17:52–04:09 (17.07)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:07–23:03−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:07–23:03−2 Rikta tithi 05:26–04:09 (17.07)−3 Vyatipata 07:17–04:09 (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 04:07

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious weekday; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4

At sunrise 04:09

Tithi4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 06:26 more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 1 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 01:05 (18.07) more
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 07:08 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 06:26 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 06:26tithi Shukla-panchami
from 06:26karana Bava
from 07:08yoga Variyana
from 19:08karana Balava
from 01:05 (18.07)nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:14
Sunrise04:09
Noon12:36
Sunset21:01
End of twilight21:55
Moonrise08:52
Moonset23:11
Day length16 h 52 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 06:26

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, Purva-Phalguni (04:09–21:01) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:09–06:26: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 01:05–04:10 (18.07)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:09–01:05 (18.07) Anandadi: Shrivatsa 01:05–04:10 (18.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 17:52 (16.07)–06:26; Bhadra Mukha 17:56–20:01 (16.07); Bhadra Puchha 05:11–06:26

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:12–03:40
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:31
Godhuli21:01–21:16
Pradosha21:01–22:27
Nishitha00:22–00:50 (18.07)
Amrita Kalam18:09–19:53

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:15–08:22
Yamaganda10:28–12:35
Gulika Kalam14:42–16:48
Dur Muhurta13:09–14:16, 16:31–17:39
Varjyam07:44–09:28

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:08–21:01

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 07:08–21:01
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 07:08–21:01
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 06:26, Shukla-panchami from 06:26; lagna Mithuna 04:09, Karka 04:22, Simha 07:21, Kanya 10:22, Tula 13:22, Vrischika 16:23, Dhanu 19:05, Makara 20:54

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni — ill health; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 04:09–06:26: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 04:09–06:26: 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 04:09–07:08: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:09–01:05 (18.07)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 06:26–04:10 (18.07)+1 Yoga Variyana 07:08–04:10 (18.07)0 Bhadra on earth 04:09–06:26−1 Vyatipata 04:09–07:08−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:09–01:05 (18.07)−2 Rikta tithi 04:09–06:26

Panchanga at sunrise 04:09

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
FestivalsKarka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Skanda Shashti

At sunrise 04:10

Tithi5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 07:59 more
NakshatraUttara-Phalguni, pada 1 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 03:35 (19.07) more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 07:25 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 07:59 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 07:25yoga Parigha
from 07:59tithi Shukla-shashti
from 07:59karana Kaulava
from 20:56karana Taitila
from 03:35 (19.07)nakshatra Hasta

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:16
Sunrise04:10
Noon12:36
Sunset21:00
End of twilight21:53
Moonrise10:06
Moonset23:23
Day length16 h 49 min

Sky

Karka Sankranti04:08 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 07:59

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, Uttara-Phalguni (04:10–21:00) is good for sowing.

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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, 04:10–12:35
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

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

Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 07:59–04:12 (19.07)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:10–03:35 (19.07)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–07:59 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–04:12 (19.07)

Anandadi: Prajapati 04:10–03:35 (19.07) Anandadi: Saumya 03:35–04:12 (19.07)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 07:33–08:25

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:13–03:42
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:31
Godhuli21:00–21:14
Pradosha21:00–22:26
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (19.07)
Amrita Kalam19:38–21:24

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:48–18:54
Yamaganda08:23–10:29
Gulika Kalam12:35–14:41
Dur Muhurta07:32–08:40, 23:53–00:21 (19.07)
Varjyam09:02–10:48

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 04:10–07:59, 10:18–19:01

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni; tithi Shukla-panchami until 07:59, Shukla-shashti from 07:59; lagna Mithuna 04:10, Karka 04:18, Simha 07:17, Kanya 10:18, Tula 13:18, Vrischika 16:19, Dhanu 19:01, Makara 20:50

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni — destruction of all diseases; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Sankranti at 04:08 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2

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

Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day

+2 Ravi Yoga 04:10–03:35 (19.07)+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:10–03:35 (19.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:10–03:35 (19.07)+1 Yoga Variyana 04:10–07:25+1 Auspicious tithi 04:10–07:590 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:10–07:59 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:59–04:12 (19.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:59–04:12 (19.07)−1 Yoga Parigha 07:25–19:44−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Sankranti day

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:10

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 09:59
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

At sunrise 04:12

Tithi6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 09:59 more
NakshatraHasta, pada 1 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 06:25 (20.07) more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 08:03 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 09:59 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 08:03yoga Shiva
from 09:59tithi Shukla-saptami
from 09:59karana Gara
from 23:06karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:18
Sunrise04:12
Noon12:36
Sunset20:59
End of twilight21:52
Moonrise11:17
Moonset23:34
Day length16 h 46 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:59

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (04:12–20:59) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:59–04:13 (20.07)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:59–04:13 (20.07)

Anandadi: Ananda all day

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-shashti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:14–03:43
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:30
Godhuli20:59–21:13
Pradosha20:59–22:25
Nishitha00:21–00:50 (20.07)
Amrita Kalam23:42–01:30 (20.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:35–14:41
Yamaganda06:18–08:23
Gulika Kalam10:29–12:35
Dur Muhurta12:02–13:09
Varjyam12:59–14:46

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:14–16:15

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 10:14–16:15
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 10:14–16:15
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:12–07:13, 10:14–18:57

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-shashti until 09:59, Shukla-saptami from 09:59; lagna Mithuna 04:12, Karka 04:14, Simha 07:13, Kanya 10:14, Tula 13:14, Vrischika 16:15, Dhanu 18:57, 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.

Auspicious time begins after 09:59

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:59–04:13 (20.07)+1 Anandadi: Ananda all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Shiva 08:03–04:13 (20.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 09:59–04:13 (20.07)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 09:59–04:13 (20.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:12–09:59

Panchanga at sunrise 04:12

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)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

At sunrise 04:13

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 12:16 more
NakshatraHasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 06:25 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 08:54 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 12:16 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 06:25nakshatra Chitra
from 08:54yoga Siddha
from 12:16tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 12:16karana Vishti
from 01:27 (21.07)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:20
Sunrise04:13
Noon12:36
Sunset20:57
End of twilight21:50
Moonrise12:29
Moonset23:46
Day length16 h 43 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 06:25from 12:16

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, Hasta (04:13–06:25) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (06:25–20:57) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:16–20:57: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:13–06:25 Krakacha Yoga 12:16–04:15 (21.07) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:16–04:15 (21.07)

Anandadi: Chara 06:25–04:15 (21.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:13–06:25

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 12:16–01:27 (21.07); Bhadra Puchha 14:15–15:34; Bhadra Mukha 15:34–17:46

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:15–03:44
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:29
Godhuli20:57–21:12
Pradosha20:57–22:25
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (21.07)
Amrita Kalam02:10–03:58 (21.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:41–16:46
Yamaganda04:13–06:19
Gulika Kalam08:24–10:30
Dur Muhurta09:48–10:55, 16:29–17:36
Varjyam15:24–17:11

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:13–07:09, 10:10–12:16

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 04:13–07:09, 10:10–12:16
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 04:13–07:09, 10:10–12:16
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:13–07:09, 10:10–18:53

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Hasta until 06:25, Chitra from 06:25; tithi Shukla-saptami until 12:16, Shukla-ashtami from 12:16; lagna Karka 04:13, Simha 07:09, Kanya 10:10, Tula 13:10, Vrischika 16:11, Dhanu 18:53, Makara 20:43

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 06:25) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 06:25) — 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 12:16–20:57: 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.

+1 Yoga Siddha 08:54–04:15 (21.07)+1 Anandadi: Chara 06:25–04:15 (21.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:13–06:25+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:13–12:160 Anandadi: Rakshasa 04:13–06:250 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:13–06:25−1 Ashtami 12:16–04:15 (21.07)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:16–04:15 (21.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:16–01:27 (21.07)−3 Krakacha Yoga 12:16–04:15 (21.07)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:13

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Musala
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
FestivalsMasik Durgashtami

At sunrise 04:15

Tithi8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 14:38 more
NakshatraChitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 09:21 more
YogaSiddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 09:51 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 14:38 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 09:21nakshatra Swati
from 09:51yoga Sadhya
from 14:38tithi Shukla-navami
from 14:38karana Balava
from 03:47 (22.07)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:22
Sunrise04:15
Noon12:36
Sunset20:55
End of twilight21:48
Moonrise13:40
Moonset23:58
Day length16 h 40 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 09:21from 14:38

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (04:15–09:21) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (09:21–20:55) 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 12:16 (20.07)–14:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 09:21–15:58

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:15–14:38 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:38–04:17 (22.07)

Anandadi: Musala 04:15–09:21 Anandadi: Gada 09:21–04:17 (22.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:17–03:46
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:29
Godhuli20:55–21:10
Pradosha20:55–22:24
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (22.07)
Amrita Kalam02:22–04:09 (22.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:30–12:35
Yamaganda16:45–18:50
Gulika Kalam06:20–08:25
Dur Muhurta07:35–08:42, 13:09–14:15
Varjyam15:37–17:25

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 04:15–07:05, 10:06–14:38

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Chitra until 09:21, Swati from 09:21; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 14:38, Shukla-navami from 14:38; lagna Karka 04:15, Simha 07:05, Kanya 10:06, Tula 13:06, Vrischika 16:07, Dhanu 18:49, Makara 20:39

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 09:21) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 09:21) — 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 04:15–14:38: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Shukla-navami 14:38–20:55: 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 = 0

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

+2 Yoga Siddha 04:15–09:51+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:15–09:21+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Ravi Yoga 09:21–15:58−1 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:38–04:17 (22.07)−1 Ashtami 04:15–14:38−1 Anandadi: Musala 04:15–09:21−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:15–14:38

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:15

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 16:51
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more

At sunrise 04:17

Tithi9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 16:51 more
NakshatraSwati, pada 3 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 12:12 more
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 10:43 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 16:51 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 10:43yoga Shubha
from 12:12nakshatra Vishakha
from 16:51tithi Shukla-dashami
from 16:51karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:24
Sunrise04:17
Noon12:36
Sunset20:54
End of twilight21:46
Moonrise14:53
Moonsetnone
Day length16 h 37 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:12from 16:51

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (04:17–12:12) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (12:12–20:54) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:17–12:12 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:17–12:12 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:17–16:51 Ravi Yoga 12:12–04:18 (23.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:51–04:18 (23.07)

Anandadi: Siddhi 04:17–12:12 Anandadi: Shubha 12:12–04:18 (23.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:18–03:47
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:28
Godhuli20:54–21:09
Pradosha20:54–22:23
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (23.07)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:26–10:31
Yamaganda14:40–16:45
Gulika Kalam04:17–06:21
Dur Muhurta04:17–05:23, 05:23–06:30
Varjyam18:24–20:10

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 20:35–20:54

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 20:35–20:54
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 20:35–20:54
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:17–07:01, 10:02–12:12, 16:51–18:45 and another 1

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Swati until 12:12, Vishakha from 12:12; tithi Shukla-navami until 16:51, Shukla-dashami from 16:51; lagna Karka 04:17, Simha 07:01, Kanya 10:02, Tula 13:02, Vrischika 16:03, Dhanu 18:45, Makara 20:35

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 12:12) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 12:12) — 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 04:17–16:51: 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 = +8

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

Auspicious time begins after 16:51

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:17–12:12+2 Ravi Yoga 12:12–04:18 (23.07)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:17–16:51+1 Yoga Shubha 10:43–04:18 (23.07)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 04:17–12:12+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:17–12:12+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 04:17–12:120 Auspicious tithi 16:51–04:18 (23.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:51–04:18 (23.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 04:17–16:51

Panchanga at sunrise 04:17

SummaryBest day — Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 11:20
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more

At sunrise 04:18

Tithi10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 18:43 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 14:44 more
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 11:20 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 05:51 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 05:51karana Gara
from 11:20yoga Shukla
from 14:44nakshatra Anuradha
from 18:43tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 18:43karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:27
Sunrise04:18
Noon12:36
Sunset20:52
End of twilight21:44
Moonrise16:06
Moonset00:13
Day length16 h 33 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 14:44from 18:43

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (04:18–14:44) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (14:44–20:52) 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) 18:43–04:20 (24.07)

Anandadi: Utpata 04:18–14:44 Anandadi: Mrityu 14:44–04:20 (24.07)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 18:17–19:08

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:19–03:49
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:27
Godhuli20:52–21:07
Pradosha20:52–22:22
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (24.07)
Amrita Kalam05:01–06:47

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:48–20:52
Yamaganda12:35–14:40
Gulika Kalam16:44–18:48
Dur Muhurta18:40–19:46
Varjyam19:05–20:49

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:18–06:57, 09:58–15:59, 20:31–20:52

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:18–06:57, 09:58–15:59, 20:31–20:52
Cutting fingernailsaverage 04:18–06:57, 09:58–15:59
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:18–06:57, 09:58–15:59, 20:31–20:52
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:18–06:57, 09:58–20:52

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Vishakha until 14:44, Anuradha from 14:44; tithi Shukla-dashami until 18:43, Shukla-ekadashi from 18:43; lagna Karka 04:18, Simha 06:57, Kanya 09:58, Tula 12:58, Vrischika 15:59, Dhanu 18:41, Makara 20:31

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 14:44) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 14:44) — 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.

Auspicious time ends by 11:20

+2 Yoga Shubha 04:18–11:20+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious tithi 04:18–18:430 Auspicious nakshatra 14:44–04:20 (24.07)0 Anandadi: Utpata 04:18–14:44 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Mrityu 14:44–04:20 (24.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:43–04:20 (24.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:18

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 20:02
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsDevshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)

At sunrise 04:20

Tithi11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 20:02 more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 3 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 16:46 more
YogaShukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 11:34 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 07:27 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 07:27karana Vishti
from 11:34yoga Brahma
from 16:46nakshatra Jyestha
from 20:02tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 20:02karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:29
Sunrise04:20
Noon12:36
Sunset20:51
End of twilight21:41
Moonrise17:21
Moonset00:32
Day length16 h 30 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 16:46from 20:02

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (04:20–16:46) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (16:46–20:51) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:27–20:02: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) · Vishnu

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 18:43 (23.07)–20:02
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:22–07:39 (25.07)

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:20–16:46 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:20–16:46

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:20–20:02 Krakacha Yoga 04:20–20:02 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:02–04:22 (25.07)

Anandadi: Manasa 04:20–16:46 Anandadi: Padma 16:46–04:22 (25.07)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 07:27–20:02; Bhadra Puchha 12:26–13:42; Bhadra Mukha 13:42–15:49

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:20–03:50
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:26
Godhuli20:51–21:06
Pradosha20:51–22:21
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (25.07)
Amrita Kalam05:29–07:13

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:24–08:28
Yamaganda10:31–12:35
Gulika Kalam14:39–16:43
Dur Muhurta13:08–14:14, 16:26–17:32
Varjyam22:42–00:24 (25.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:20–20:02, 20:27–20:51

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:20–20:02, 20:27–20:51
Cutting fingernailsaverage 04:20–06:53, 09:54–15:55, 20:27–20:51
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:20–20:02, 20:27–20:51
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:20–06:53, 09:54–16:46

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Anuradha until 16:46, Jyestha from 16:46; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 20:02, Shukla-dvadashi from 20:02; lagna Karka 04:20, Simha 06:53, Kanya 09:54, Tula 12:54, Vrischika 15:55, Dhanu 18:37, Makara 20:27

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 16:46) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 16:46) — 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

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 20:02

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:20–16:46+2 Ravi Yoga 04:20–16:46+1 Yoga Brahma 11:34–04:22 (25.07)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 04:20–16:46+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:20–16:46+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:20–20:020 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:20–20:02 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:02–04:22 (25.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 16:46–04:22 (25.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:27–20:02−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:20–20:02

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:20

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma; 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)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsBhauma Pradosha

At sunrise 04:22

Tithi12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 20:42 more
NakshatraJyestha, pada 2 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 18:11 more
Gandamula
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 11:19 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 08:27 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 08:27karana Balava
from 11:19yoga Indra
from 18:11nakshatra Mula
from 20:42tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 20:42karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:31
Sunrise04:22
Noon12:36
Sunset20:49
End of twilight21:39
Moonrise18:32
Moonset00:58
Day length16 h 27 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 20:42

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, Jyestha (04:22–18:11) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (18:11–20:49) 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, 20:49–22:20
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:42–04:23 (26.07)

Anandadi: Chhatra 18:11–04:23 (26.07) Anandadi: Mudgara 04:22–18:11

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:54–00:26 (26.07)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:22–03:52
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:26
Godhuli20:49–21:04
Pradosha20:49–22:20
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (26.07)
Amrita Kalam08:52–10:34

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:42–18:46
Yamaganda08:29–10:32
Gulika Kalam12:35–14:39
Dur Muhurta07:39–08:45, 23:51–00:21 (26.07)
Varjyamnone on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime

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

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

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Jyestha until 18:11, Mula from 18:11; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 20:42, Shukla-triodashi from 20:42; lagna Karka 04:22, Simha 06:49, Kanya 09:50, Tula 12:50, Vrischika 15:51, Dhanu 18:33, Makara 20:23

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 18:11) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 18:11) — 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 = −1

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

+2 Yoga Brahma 04:22–11:190 Anandadi: Chhatra 18:11–04:23 (26.07)0 Auspicious tithi 20:42–04:23 (26.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 20:42–04:23 (26.07)0 Chaturmasya−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:22–18:11−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:22–18:11

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:22

SummaryUnfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Vaidhriti
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:23

Tithi13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 20:41 more
NakshatraMula, pada 2 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 18:55 more
Gandamula
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 10:33 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 08:47 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:47karana Taitila
from 10:33yoga Vaidhriti
from 18:55nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 20:41tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 20:41karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:33
Sunrise04:23
Noon12:36
Sunset20:47
End of twilight21:37
Moonrise19:36
Moonset01:33
Day length16 h 23 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 18:55from 20:41

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, Mula (04:23–18:55) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (18:55–20:47) is good for root crops.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 20:41–20:47: 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 18:55–04:25 (27.07)

Yamaghanta 04:23–18:55 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:23–20:41

Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:23–18:55 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 18:55–04:25 (27.07)

  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:23–03:53
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:25
Godhuli20:47–21:02
Pradosha20:47–22:19
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (27.07)
Amrita Kalam12:20–13:58

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:35–14:38
Yamaganda06:26–08:29
Gulika Kalam10:32–12:35
Dur Muhurta12:03–13:08
Varjyam17:16–18:55

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:23–10:33

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 04:23–10:33
Cutting fingernailsaverage 04:23–06:45, 09:46–10:33
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:23–10:33
Bathing, washing hairgood 20:19–20:41

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Mula until 18:55, Purva-Ashadha from 18:55; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 20:41, Shukla-chaturdashi from 20:41; lagna Karka 04:23, Simha 06:45, Kanya 09:46, Tula 12:46, Vrischika 15:47, Dhanu 18:30, Makara 20:19

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 18:55) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 18:55) — 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 20:41–20:47: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Vaidhriti 10:33–20:47: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −4

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

Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+2 Yoga Indra 04:23–10:33+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:23–18:55+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:23–20:410 Ravi Yoga 18:55–04:25 (27.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Rikta tithi 20:41–04:25 (27.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:23–18:55−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:23–20:41−3 Vaidhriti 10:33–04:25 (27.07)−3 Yamaghanta 04:23–18:55

Panchanga at sunrise 04:23

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:25

Tithi14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 19:59 more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 2 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 19:00 more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 09:13 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 08:25 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:25karana Vanija
from 09:13yoga Vishkambha
from 19:00nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 19:59tithi Purnima
from 19:59karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:35
Sunrise04:25
Noon12:36
Sunset20:45
End of twilight21:35
Moonrise20:28
Moonset02:23
Day length16 h 20 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 19:00from 19:59

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, Purva-Ashadha (04:25–19:00) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (19:00–20:45) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 19:59–20:45: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 04:25–19:59: 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 04:25–19:00 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:59–04:27 (28.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:25–19:59

Anandadi: Prajapati 04:25–19:00 Anandadi: Saumya 19:00–04:27 (28.07)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 19:59–07:24 (28.07); Bhadra Puchha 03:22–04:30 (28.07); Bhadra Mukha 04:30–06:23 (28.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:24–03:55
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:24
Godhuli20:45–21:01
Pradosha20:45–22:18
Nishitha00:21–00:52 (28.07)
Amrita Kalam14:11–15:47

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:38–16:40
Yamaganda04:25–06:28
Gulika Kalam08:30–10:33
Dur Muhurta09:52–10:57, 16:24–17:29
Varjyam04:33–06:09, 02:49–04:23 (28.07)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairgood 20:15–20:45

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 19:00, Uttara-Ashadha from 19:00; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 19:59, Purnima from 19:59; lagna Karka 04:25, Simha 06:41, Kanya 09:42, Tula 12:42, Vrischika 15:43, Dhanu 18:26, Makara 20:15

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 19:00) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 19:00) — improved health; Thursday — success.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 04:25–19:59: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Purnima 19:59–20:45: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Vaidhriti 04:25–09:13: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 04:25–19:00+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:25–19:00+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 19:00–04:27 (28.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:59–04:27 (28.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:25–19:59 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Vishti (Bhadra) 19:59–04:27 (28.07)−1 Vaidhriti 04:25–09:13−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:25–19:00−2 Rikta tithi 04:25–19:59

Panchanga at sunrise 04:25

SummaryFavourable day — Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 07:24; auspicious time — until 12:39
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsGuru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Ashadha Purnima

At sunrise 04:27

Tithi15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 18:41 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:28 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 07:23 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:24 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 07:23yoga Priti
from 07:24karana Bava
from 18:28nakshatra Shravana
from 18:41tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 18:41karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:37
Sunrise04:27
Noon12:36
Sunset20:44
End of twilight21:33
Moonrise21:08
Moonset03:28
Day length16 h 16 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)18:41

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 18:28from 18:41

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, Uttara-Ashadha (04:27–18:28) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (18:28–20:44) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:27–07:24: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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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, 04:27–18:41
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 19:59 (27.07)–18:41
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:28–04:29 (29.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:41–04:29 (29.07)

Anandadi: Ananda 04:27–12:39 Anandadi: Kaladanda 12:39–20:01 Anandadi: Dhumra 20:01–04:29 (29.07)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 00:55–07:24; Bhadra Puchha 03:22–04:30; Bhadra Mukha 04:30–06:23
  • Gandanta (tithi): 18:19–19:03

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:25–03:56
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:18–16:23
Godhuli20:44–20:59
Pradosha20:44–22:17
Nishitha00:21–00:52 (29.07)
Amrita Kalam12:13–13:47

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:33–12:35
Yamaganda16:39–18:41
Gulika Kalam06:29–08:31
Dur Muhurta07:42–08:47, 13:08–14:13
Varjyam22:18–23:50

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 18:41–20:44

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 18:41–20:44
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 18:41–20:44
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:27–06:37, 09:38–18:22, 20:11–20:44

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 18:28, Shravana from 18:28; tithi Purnima until 18:41, Krishna-pratipat from 18:41; lagna Karka 04:27, Simha 06:37, Kanya 09:38, Tula 12:38, Vrischika 15:39, Dhanu 18:22, Makara 20:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 18:28) — improved health; Shravana (from 18:28) — 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 04:27–18:41: 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

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 07:24

Auspicious time ends by 12:39

+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:27–12:39+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:27–18:28+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Priti 07:23–04:29 (29.07)0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:28–04:29 (29.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:41–04:29 (29.07)0 Auspicious tithi 18:41–04:29 (29.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:27–07:240 Anandadi: Kaladanda 12:39–20:01

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:27

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — until 17:27
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:29

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 16:53 more
NakshatraShravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 17:27 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 05:05 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 05:51 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 05:05yoga Ayushman
from 05:51karana Kaulava
from 16:53tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 16:53karana Taitila
from 17:27nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 02:25 (30.07)yoga Saubhagya
from 03:50 (30.07)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:40
Sunrise04:29
Noon12:36
Sunset20:42
End of twilight21:30
Moonrise21:37
Moonset04:46
Day length16 h 12 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 16:53from 17:27

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (04:29–17:27) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:29–17:27 Dwipushkar Yoga 17:27–04:31 (30.07)

Anandadi: Sthira 04:29–17:27 Anandadi: Vardhamana 17:27–04:31 (30.07)

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 Muhurta03:27–03:58
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:17–16:22
Godhuli20:42–20:57
Pradosha20:42–22:15
Nishitha00:21–00:52 (30.07)
Amrita Kalam07:29–09:01

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:32–10:34
Yamaganda14:37–16:38
Gulika Kalam04:29–06:30
Dur Muhurta04:29–05:34, 05:34–06:39
Varjyam21:12–22:43

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:29–06:34, 09:34–15:35, 20:07–20:42

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, shavingaverage 04:29–06:34, 09:34–15:35, 20:07–20:42
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:29–06:34, 09:34–15:35, 20:07–20:42
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:29–06:34, 09:34–20:42

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shravana until 17:27, Dhanishtha from 17:27; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 16:53, Krishna-dvitya from 16:53; lagna Karka 04:29, Simha 06:34, Kanya 09:34, Tula 12:35, Vrischika 15:35, Dhanu 18:18, Makara 20:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 17:27) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 17:27) — 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 17:27

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:29–17:27+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:29–17:27+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:29–17:27+1 Yoga Priti 04:29–05:05+1 Auspicious tithi 04:29–16:530 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 17:27–04:31 (30.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:29

SummaryFavourable day — Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 16:02
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:31

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 14:42 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 16:02 more
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 23:29 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 14:42 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 14:42tithi Krishna-tritya
from 14:42karana Vanija
from 16:02nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 23:29yoga Shobhana
from 01:30 (31.07)karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:42
Sunrise04:31
Noon12:36
Sunset20:40
End of twilight21:28
Moonrise21:59
Moonset06:12
Day length16 h 09 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 14:42from 16:02

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (16:02–20:40) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Dwipushkar Yoga 04:31–14:42

Anandadi: Matanga 04:31–16:02 Anandadi: Rakshasa 16:02–04:32 (31.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 01:30–12:15 (31.07); Bhadra Puchha 08:29–09:34 (31.07); Bhadra Mukha 09:34–11:21 (31.07)
  • Roga Panchaka: 04:47–09:05 (03.08)

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 Muhurta03:28–03:59
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:17–16:21
Godhuli20:40–20:56
Pradosha20:40–22:14
Nishitha00:20–00:52 (31.07)
Amrita Kalam06:15–07:45

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:39–20:40
Yamaganda12:35–14:36
Gulika Kalam16:37–18:39
Dur Muhurta18:31–19:35
Varjyam22:44–00:13 (31.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:31–06:30, 09:30–20:40

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:31–06:30, 09:30–20:40
Cutting fingernailsaverage 04:31–06:30, 09:30–15:32, 20:03–20:40
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:31–06:30, 09:30–20:40
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 16:02, Shatabhisha from 16:02; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 14:42, Krishna-tritya from 14:42; lagna Karka 04:31, Simha 06:30, Kanya 09:30, Tula 12:31, Vrischika 15:32, Dhanu 18:14, Makara 20:03

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 16:02) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 16:02) — 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

Favourable day · score S = +3

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

Auspicious time ends by 16:02

+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:31–16:02+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:31–16:02+1 Yoga Saubhagya 04:31–23:29+1 Auspicious tithi 04:31–14:420 Chaturmasya0 Dwipushkar Yoga 04:31–14:420 Anandadi: Rakshasa 16:02–04:32 (31.07)−1 Panchaka 04:47–04:32 (31.07)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:31

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Amrita, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraShrimukha (No. 7) · Shaka 2035 · Vikram 2170 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsSankashti Chaturthi (Gajanana) · Shravana Somvar

At sunrise 04:32

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 12:15 more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 14:22 more
YogaShobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 20:23 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:15 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 12:15tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 12:15karana Bava
from 14:22nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 20:23yoga Atiganda
from 22:58karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:44
Sunrise04:32
Noon12:36
Sunset20:38
End of twilight21:26
Moonrise22:16
Moonset07:41
Day length16 h 05 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 12:15from 14:22

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (04:32–14:22) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (14:22–20:38) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:32–12:15: 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, 22:16
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 04:32–14:22 Anandadi: Musala 14:22–04:34 (01.08)

  • Bhadra on earth: 01:30–12:15; Bhadra Puchha 08:29–09:34; Bhadra Mukha 09:34–11:21
  • Roga Panchaka: 04:47 (30.07)–09:05 (03.08)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:29–04:01
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:16–16:20
Godhuli20:38–20:54
Pradosha20:38–22:13
Nishitha00:20–00:52 (01.08)
Amrita Kalam07:40–09:09

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:33–08:34
Yamaganda10:34–12:35
Gulika Kalam14:36–16:37
Dur Muhurta13:07–14:12, 16:20–17:25
Varjyam20:17–21:46

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:32–06:26, 09:26–12:15

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 14:22, Purva-Bhadra from 14:22; tithi Krishna-tritya until 12:15, Krishna-chaturti from 12:15; lagna Karka 04:32, Simha 06:26, Kanya 09:26, Tula 12:27, Vrischika 15:28, Dhanu 18:10, Makara 19:59

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 14:22) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 14:22) — 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 12:15–20:38: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 04:32–12:15: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

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

+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:32–14:22+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:32–14:22+1 Yoga Shobhana 04:32–20:23+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:32–12:150 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Atiganda 20:23–22:280 Anandadi: Musala 14:22–04:34 (01.08)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 14:22–04:34 (01.08)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Rikta tithi 12:15–04:34 (01.08)−1 Bhadra on earth 04:32–12:15

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 04:32

soaking seedsplanting above-ground crops, with pricking outplanting root crops, without pricking outpricking outpinching out side shootsroot division, digging upwatering, foliar feedingploughingweeding, pest controlplant healing, grafting, cuttingsharvesting grain (per Raman)harvest: sap in the topsharvest: sap in the roots
Jyeshtha (Vedic name Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima.
Patron: Trivikrama; Aditya — Mitra. Full moon in nakshatra Jyeshtha. Ritu: Grishma.
Amanta and purnimanta
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Shrimukha (No. 7 of 60, “fair-faced, face of wealth”) — A year of wealth and well-being: success in affairs, honour and plenty.
Northern samvatsara: Sarvajit (No. 21)
Shaka Samvat 2035 · Vikram Samvat 2170 · Kali Yuga 5214
Next year — Bhava, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 5.04.2114
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-dvitya (2, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
Uttara-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
Vaidhriti (27) — “without support, discord”
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Gara (movable)
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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.
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).
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 Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Krishna-tritya
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).
Tripushkar Yoga
A coincidence of the weekday (Sun, Tue or Sat), a Bhadra tithi (2, 7 or 12) and a “tripada” nakshatra (Krittika, Punarvasu, Uttara Phalguni, Vishakha, Uttara Ashadha, Purva Bhadrapada). The result of whatever is begun repeats three times: good for purchases and investments, bad for losses, loans, surgery and funerals.
Anandadi: Chara — “movable”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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: Sthira — “steady”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Rakshasa — “demon”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
Bhadra
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
The Moon in Kanya, Tula, Dhanu or Makara: Bhadra is in patala (the netherworld) — its influence on earth is weak; according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, it even portends gain.
Bhadra Mukha
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
Bhadra Puchha
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
Brahma Muhurta
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
Abhijit Muhurta
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
Vijaya Muhurta
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
Godhuli
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
Pradosha
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Nishitha
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
Amrita Kalam
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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.
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.
Saturday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Uttara-Ashadha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shravana
+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-dvitya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-tritya
+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 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.
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.
Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Vaidhriti
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Krishna-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.
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)
Vishkambha (1) — “prop, bolt”
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Vishti (movable)
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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 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-tritya
any undertakings
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Anandadi: Matanga — “elephant”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Gada — “mace”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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
Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Priti (2) — “love, affection”
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
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.
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
Balava (movable)
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
Soma vara — Moon Day
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra 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-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
Gandanta
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 2 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 07:30–09:00; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 07:59–09:29 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Monday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Auspicious weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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.
Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Krishna-shashti (6, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.
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.
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.
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.
The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Tuesday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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
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.
Buddha vara — Mercury Day
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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.
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.
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
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.
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)
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.
Guru vara — Jupiter Day
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Anandadi: Chhatra — “royal parasol”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Mitra — “friend”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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.
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-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Krishna-navami (9, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
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
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.
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 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
Sukarma (7) — “good deed”
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Krishna-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.
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.
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.
The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.
Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-ekadashi (11, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
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
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.
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
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.
Krittika
−1 — unfavourable 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
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.
Rohini
+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)
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.
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.
Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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.
Amavasya (30, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.
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
Naga (fixed)
Deity: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
The exact conjunction of the Sun and the Moon — the start of a new lunar month in the amanta system. A day for the ancestors and inner work.
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).

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
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.
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
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.
Amavasya
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Ashadha (Vedic name Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima.
Patron: Vamana; Aditya — Varuna. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Ashadha. Ritu: Grishma.
Shukla-pratipat (1, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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
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.
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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 1
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Pushya
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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.
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.
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
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.
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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Makara
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Siddhi (16) — “success, accomplishment”
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Shukla-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.
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
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-tritya
any undertakings
Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Vyatipata
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Shukla-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.
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
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.
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-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Variyana (18) — “excellent, best”
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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.
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
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.
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-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Saumya — “gentle, lunar”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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.
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
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-shashti
plowing the ground
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shiva (20) — “auspicious, benevolent”
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Shukla-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.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
nakshatra Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ashtami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Siddha (21) — “perfected, accomplished”
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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.
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)
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 Chitra
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
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.
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 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-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Vishakha
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dashami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shubha (23) — “goodness, happiness”
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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.
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)
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)
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.
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
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.
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)
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)
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.
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
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)
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
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.
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
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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.
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.
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
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.
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)
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