Panchanga Calendar

July 2178

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SamvatsaraBahudhanya (12)MonthNija Jyeshtha → Ashadha from 16.07RituGrishmaAyanaUttarayana → Dakshinayana from 19.07Place55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

July 2178 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Nija Jyeshtha (until 15.07), Ashadha (from 16.07). Periods: 16–22.07 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri; from 25.07 — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 17.07 Ratha Yatra; 25.07 Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma); 29.07 Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima).

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
1PAsh1after 09:16
2UAsh2
3Shra3after 14:42
4Dhan4
5Shat5
6PBh6
7UBh7after 06:43
8Rev8
9Ashw9after 10:04
10Ashw10
11Bhar11Yogini Ekadashi
12Krit12Pradosha
13Mrig13until 17:10
14Ard14
15Pun30Amavasya
16Push1until 06:59
17Ashl2Ratha Yatra
18Mag4Karka Sankranti
19PPh5after 11:37
20UPh6
21Has7
22Chit8Masik Durgashtami
23Swa9after 12:17
24Vish10after 08:21
25Anu11Devshayani
26Jye12Pradosha
27Mul13
28PAsh14
29UAsh15Guru Purnima
30Shra1
31Dhan2
Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable
Markersafter / until HH:MM
Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya
Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed
Icons this month (20)
SankashtiKalashtamiTripushkar YogaEkadashiPradoshaAmrita Siddhi YogaShivaratriday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Guru Pushya YogaGupta NavaratriRatha YatraSankrantiVinayaka ChaturthiChandra DarshanSkanda ShashtiDwipushkar YogaGoddess (Durga, Kali)DevshayaniGuru Purnimaday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)
How to read the calendar

Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.

Best days

  • 7.07 Tue — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi, Auspicious nakshatra after 06:43 until 19:37
    Uttara-Bhadra (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
  • 13.07 Mon — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda, Auspicious nakshatra until 17:10
    Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
  • 16.07 Thu — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya, Anandadi: Shubha until 06:59
    Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
  • 19.07 Sun — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Chhatra after 11:37 until 15:48
    Uttara-Phalguni (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
  • 23.07 Thu — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Shubha after 12:17
    Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
  • 24.07 Fri — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Shubha, Ravi Yoga after 08:21
    Anuradha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
  • 30.07 Thu — Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Priti
    Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.

Festivals

  • 3.07 Fri Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)
  • 7.07 Tue Kalashtami
  • 11.07 Sat Yogini Ekadashi
  • 12.07 Sun Pradosha Vrat
  • 13.07 Mon Masik Shivaratri
  • 15.07 Wed Jyeshtha Amavasya
  • 16.07 Thu Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • 17.07 Fri Ratha Yatra
  • 18.07 Sat Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana)
  • 18.07 Sat Vinayaka Chaturthi
  • 18.07 Sat Chandra Darshan
  • 19.07 Sun Skanda Shashti
  • 22.07 Wed Masik Durgashtami
  • 25.07 Sat Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)
  • 26.07 Sun Pradosha Vrat
  • 29.07 Wed Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima)
  • 29.07 Wed Ashadha Purnima

Special muhurta yogas

  • 3.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:52–14:42
  • 7.07 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:56–01:51 (08.07)
  • 9.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
  • 10.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:00–04:54
  • 11.07 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 20:54–04:02 (12.07)
  • 12.07 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 04:02–05:03
  • 13.07 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:04–02:24 (14.07)
  • 13.07 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:04–02:24 (14.07)
  • 16.07 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:08–19:06
  • 16.07 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 04:08–19:06
  • 16.07 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:08–19:06
  • 19.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:37–04:14 (20.07)
  • 21.07 Tue Dwipushkar Yoga 08:30–14:14
  • 24.07 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:21–04:22 (25.07)
  • 26.07 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:11–04:26 (27.07)

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

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

Avoid starting important matters

  • 2.07 Thu — Vaidhriti, Anandadi: Dhwanksha, Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
  • 8.07 Wed — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Anandadi: Utpata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
  • 11.07 Sat — Hutashana Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 12.07 Sun — Krakacha Yoga, Hutashana Yoga, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
  • 14.07 Tue — Yamaghanta, Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
  • 15.07 Wed — Amavasya, Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Gada
  • 17.07 Fri — Anandadi: Kana, Kshaya tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
  • 18.07 Sat — Vyatipata, Bhadra on earth, Sankranti day
  • 21.07 Tue — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga
  • 22.07 Wed — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga, Krakacha Yoga
  • 27.07 Mon — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Anandadi: Lumbaka

Sky this month

  • 15.07 New moon (Amavasya) 11:16
  • 18.07 Karka Sankranti 19:46 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)
  • 29.07 Full moon (Purnima) 19:24
  • There are no eclipses this month.

Periods

  • 16–22.07 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
  • from 25.07 Chaturmasya
  • 4.07 04:11 – 9.07 03:42 Mrityu Panchaka
  • 31.07 10:47 – 5.08 11:03 Chora Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Bahudhanya (No. 12, “many-grained, rich in grain”) — A year of abundance: rich harvests, plenty of food and well-being. more

Northern samvatsara: Vijaya. Shaka Samvat 2100, Vikram Samvat 2235, Kali Yuga 5279.

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

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

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

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

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

SummaryFavourable day — Yoga Indra, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 09:16
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 03:50

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 06:29 more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 4 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 09:16 more
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 21:29 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 06:29 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 06:29tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 06:29karana Taitila
from 09:16nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 19:25karana Gara
from 21:29yoga Vaidhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:50
Sunrise03:50
Noon12:33
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:16
Moonrise21:48
Moonset05:10
Day length17 h 26 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 06:29from 09:16

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, Purva-Ashadha (03:50–09:16) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (09:16–21:16) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:29–03:51 (02.07)

Samvartaka Yoga 03:50–06:29

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:50–09:16 Anandadi: Vajra 09:16–03:51 (02.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:58–03:24
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:28–16:37
Godhuli21:16–21:29
Pradosha21:16–22:35
Nishitha00:20–00:47 (02.07)
Amrita Kalam04:01–05:46

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:33–14:44
Yamaganda06:01–08:12
Gulika Kalam10:22–12:33
Dur Muhurta11:58–13:08
Varjyam18:08–19:54

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:50–08:28, 09:16–21:16

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:50–08:28, 09:16–21:16
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:50–08:28, 09:16–21:16
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:50–08:28, 11:29–20:11

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 09:16, Uttara-Ashadha from 09:16; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 06:29, Krishna-dvitya from 06:29; lagna Mithuna 03:50, Karka 05:29, Simha 08:28, Kanya 11:29, Tula 14:29, Vrischika 17:30, Dhanu 20:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 09:16) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 09:16) — improved health; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 09:16

+2 Yoga Indra 03:50–21:29+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:29–03:51 (02.07)+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:50–09:16+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:50–06:29+1 Auspicious nakshatra 09:16–03:51 (02.07)0 Samvartaka Yoga 03:50–06:29−1 Anandadi: Vajra 09:16–03:51 (02.07)−1 Eclipse nearby−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:50–09:16

Panchanga at sunrise 03:50

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Anandadi: Dhwanksha
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 03:51

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 08:26 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 11:51 more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 22:14 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 08:26 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 08:26tithi Krishna-tritya
from 08:26karana Vanija
from 11:51nakshatra Shravana
from 21:31karana Vishti
from 22:14yoga Vishkambha

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:51
Sunrise03:51
Noon12:34
Sunset21:16
End of twilight22:15
Moonrise22:05
Moonset06:23
Day length17 h 24 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 08:26from 11:51

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, Uttara-Ashadha (03:51–11:51) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (11:51–21:16) is good for sowing.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:26–11:51

Anandadi: Saumya 03:51–05:11 Anandadi: Dhwaja 13:38–03:52 (03.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:11–13:38

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:31–10:40 (03.07); Bhadra Puchha 06:04–07:23 (03.07); Bhadra Mukha 07:23–09:34 (03.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:58–03:25
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:28–16:37
Godhuli21:16–21:29
Pradosha21:16–22:35
Nishitha00:21–00:47 (03.07)
Amrita Kalam04:46–06:32, 03:04–04:51 (03.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:44–16:55
Yamaganda03:51–06:02
Gulika Kalam08:12–10:23
Dur Muhurta09:39–10:49, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam16:20–18:07

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 03:51–08:24, 11:25–20:07

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 11:51, Shravana from 11:51; tithi Krishna-dvitya until 08:26, Krishna-tritya from 08:26; lagna Mithuna 03:51, Karka 05:25, Simha 08:24, Kanya 11:25, Tula 14:25, Vrischika 17:26, Dhanu 20:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 11:51) — improved health; Shravana (from 11:51) — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.

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

  • Vaidhriti 03:51–21:16: 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 = 0

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–11:51+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:51–08:260 Anandadi: Dhwaja 13:38–03:52 (03.07)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:26–11:510 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:11–13:38−3 Vaidhriti 03:51–22:14

Panchanga at sunrise 03:51

SummaryFavourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 14:42
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
FestivalsSankashti Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)

At sunrise 03:52

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 10:40 more
NakshatraShravana, pada 3 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 14:42 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 23:08 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:40 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 10:40tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 10:40karana Bava
from 14:42nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 23:08yoga Priti
from 23:51karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:52
Sunrise03:52
Noon12:34
Sunset21:15
End of twilight22:14
Moonrise22:19
Moonset07:37
Day length17 h 23 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:40from 14:42

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, Shravana (03:52–14:42) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:52–10:40: 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, 22:19
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:52–14:42

Anandadi: Prajapati 14:42–03:53 (04.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 03:52–14:42

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:31 (02.07)–10:40; Bhadra Puchha 06:04–07:23; Bhadra Mukha 07:23–09:34

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta02:59–03:25
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:15–21:28
Pradosha21:15–22:35
Nishitha00:21–00:47 (04.07)
Amrita Kalam03:04–04:51

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:23–12:34
Yamaganda16:54–19:05
Gulika Kalam06:02–08:13
Dur Muhurta07:21–08:30, 13:08–14:18
Varjyam19:12–21:00

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:52–08:20

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 03:52–08:20
Cutting fingernailsaverage 03:52–10:40
Cutting toenailsgood 03:52–08:20
Bathing, washing hairgood 03:52–08:20

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Shravana until 14:42, Dhanishtha from 14:42; tithi Krishna-tritya until 10:40, Krishna-chaturti from 10:40; lagna Mithuna 03:52, Karka 05:21, Simha 08:20, Kanya 11:21, Tula 14:21, Vrischika 17:22, Dhanu 20:03

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 14:42) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 14:42) — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 10:40–21:15: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • 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 = +3

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

Auspicious time begins after 14:42

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:52–14:42+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:52–14:42+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:52–10:400 Anandadi: Prajapati 14:42–03:53 (04.07)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:52–10:40−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 03:52–14:42−1 Rikta tithi 10:40–03:53 (04.07)

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 03:52

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Vardhamana; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 03:53

Tithi4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 13:03 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 17:41 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 00:08 (05.07) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 13:03 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 13:03tithi Krishna-panchami
from 13:03karana Kaulava
from 17:41nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 00:08 (05.07)yoga Ayushman
from 02:16 (05.07)karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:54
Sunrise03:53
Noon12:34
Sunset21:15
End of twilight22:14
Moonrise22:30
Moonset08:49
Day length17 h 21 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:03from 17:41

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, Shatabhisha (17:41–21:15) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–13:03

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:03–03:54 (05.07)

Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:53–17:41 Anandadi: Ananda 17:41–03:54 (05.07)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 04:11–03:42 (09.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:00–03:26
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:15–21:28
Pradosha21:15–22:34
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (05.07)
Amrita Kalam06:00–07:48

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:13–10:23
Yamaganda14:44–16:54
Gulika Kalam03:53–06:03
Dur Muhurta03:53–05:02, 05:02–06:12
Varjyam01:47–03:35 (05.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:03–21:15

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 13:03–21:15
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 13:03–21:15
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:53–08:16, 11:17–21:15

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 17:41, Shatabhisha from 17:41; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 13:03, Krishna-panchami from 13:03; lagna Mithuna 03:53, Karka 05:17, Simha 08:16, Kanya 11:17, Tula 14:17, Vrischika 17:18, Dhanu 19:59

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 17:41) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 17:41) — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 03:53–13:03: 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.

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:53–13:03+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 03:53–17:41+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:53–17:41+1 Yoga Priti 03:53–00:08 (05.07)0 Auspicious tithi 13:03–03:54 (05.07)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:03–03:54 (05.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 04:11–03:54 (05.07)−2 Rikta tithi 03:53–13:03

Panchanga at sunrise 03:53

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Ayushman; cons: Panchaka, Anandadi: Rakshasa
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 03:54

Tithi5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 15:28 more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 20:40 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 01:05 (06.07) more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 15:28 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 15:28tithi Krishna-shashti
from 15:28karana Gara
from 20:40nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 01:05 (06.07)yoga Saubhagya

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:55
Sunrise03:54
Noon12:34
Sunset21:14
End of twilight22:12
Moonrise22:41
Moonset10:00
Day length17 h 20 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 15:28from 20:40

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, Shatabhisha (03:54–20:40) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (20:40–21:14) is good for root crops.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 20:40–03:55 (06.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:28–03:55 (06.07)

Anandadi: Chara 20:40–03:55 (06.07) Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:54–20:40

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 04:11 (04.07)–03:42 (09.07)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 15:02–15:54

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:01–03:27
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:37
Godhuli21:14–21:27
Pradosha21:14–22:34
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (06.07)
Amrita Kalam12:34–14:22

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam19:04–21:14
Yamaganda12:34–14:44
Gulika Kalam16:54–19:04
Dur Muhurta18:55–20:05
Varjyam03:48–05:35 (06.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:54–17:14

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 03:54–17:14
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:54–17:14
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:54–19:55

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 20:40, Purva-Bhadra from 20:40; tithi Krishna-panchami until 15:28, Krishna-shashti from 15:28; lagna Mithuna 03:54, Karka 05:13, Simha 08:12, Kanya 11:13, Tula 14:13, Vrischika 17:14, Dhanu 19:55

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 20:40) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 20:40) — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:54–20:40+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:54–01:05 (06.07)+1 Auspicious tithi 03:54–15:280 Ravi Yoga 20:40–03:55 (06.07)0 Anandadi: Chara 20:40–03:55 (06.07)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 20:40–03:55 (06.07)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:28–03:55 (06.07)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:54–20:40−1 Panchaka all day

Panchanga at sunrise 03:54

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Saubhagya; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 03:55

Tithi6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 17:43 more
NakshatraPurva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 23:26 more
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 01:51 (07.07) more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 04:38 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 04:38karana Vanija
from 17:43tithi Krishna-saptami
from 17:43karana Vishti
from 23:26nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 01:51 (07.07)yoga Shobhana

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:56
Sunrise03:55
Noon12:34
Sunset21:13
End of twilight22:11
Moonrise22:52
Moonset11:12
Day length17 h 18 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 17:43

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (03:55–21:13) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:43–21:13: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:55–23:26

Hutashana Yoga 03:55–17:43 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–17:43 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:43–03:56 (07.07)

Anandadi: Musala 03:55–23:26 Anandadi: Gada 23:26–03:56 (07.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 17:43–06:43 (07.07); Bhadra Puchha 22:54–00:12 (07.07); Bhadra Mukha 00:12–02:21 (07.07)
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 04:11 (04.07)–03:42 (09.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:01–03:28
Abhijit Muhurta11:59–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:13–21:27
Pradosha21:13–22:34
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (07.07)
Amrita Kalam14:31–16:18

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:05–08:14
Yamaganda10:24–12:34
Gulika Kalam14:44–16:54
Dur Muhurta13:09–14:18, 16:36–17:45
Varjyam03:48–05:35

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:55–08:09, 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, shavingaverage 03:55–08:09, 11:09–17:10
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 03:55–08:09, 11:09–17:10
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:55–08:09, 11:09–21:13

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-shashti until 17:43, Krishna-saptami from 17:43; lagna Mithuna 03:55, Karka 05:09, Simha 08:09, Kanya 11:09, Tula 14:09, Vrischika 17:10, Dhanu 19:51

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Bhadra on earth 17:43–21:13: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 03:55–23:26+1 Yoga Saubhagya 03:55–01:51 (07.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Hutashana Yoga 03:55–17:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:43–03:56 (07.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:55–17:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Bhadra on earth 17:43–03:56 (07.07)−1 Anandadi: Musala 03:55–23:26−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:55–23:26

Panchanga at sunrise 03:55

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; auspicious time — after 06:43; auspicious time — until 19:37
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
FestivalsKalashtami

At sunrise 03:56

Tithi7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 19:37 more
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 1 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 01:51 (08.07) more
YogaShobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 02:18 (08.07) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 06:43 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 06:43karana Bava
from 19:37tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 19:37karana Balava
from 01:51 (08.07)nakshatra Revati
from 02:18 (08.07)yoga Atiganda

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:58
Sunrise03:56
Noon12:35
Sunset21:12
End of twilight22:10
Moonrise23:04
Moonset12:24
Day length17 h 16 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 19:37

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (03:56–21:12) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:56–06:43: 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, 21:12–22:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:56–01:51 (08.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:56–01:51 (08.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:37–03:57 (08.07)

Hutashana Yoga 03:56–19:37 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:56–19:37

Anandadi: Siddhi 03:56–01:51 (08.07) Anandadi: Shubha 01:51–03:57 (08.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 17:43 (06.07)–06:43; Bhadra Puchha 22:54 (06.07)–00:12; Bhadra Mukha 00:12–02:21
  • Mrityu Panchaka: 04:11 (04.07)–03:42 (09.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:02–03:29
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:12–21:26
Pradosha21:12–22:33
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (08.07)
Amrita Kalam20:34–22:19

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:53–19:03
Yamaganda08:15–10:25
Gulika Kalam12:34–14:44
Dur Muhurta07:23–08:32, 23:54–00:21 (08.07)
Varjyam10:00–11:46

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:43–19:37

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 06:43–19:37
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 06:43–19:37
Bathing, washing hairaverage 03:56–19:47

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-saptami until 19:37, Krishna-ashtami from 19:37; lagna Mithuna 03:56, Karka 05:05, Simha 08:05, Kanya 11:05, Tula 14:06, Vrischika 17:06, Dhanu 19:47

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra — a good life; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 19:37–21:12: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Bhadra on earth 03:56–06:43: 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

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 06:43

Auspicious time ends by 19:37

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:56–01:51 (08.07)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 03:56–01:51 (08.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:56–01:51 (08.07)+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:56–02:18 (08.07)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 03:56–01:51 (08.07)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:37–03:57 (08.07)0 Hutashana Yoga 03:56–19:37 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:56–19:37 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Ashtami 19:37–03:57 (08.07)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 19:37–03:57 (08.07)0 Bhadra on earth 03:56–06:43−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:56

SummaryUnfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Anandadi: Utpata
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 03:57

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 21:00 more
NakshatraRevati, pada 1 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 03:42 (09.07) more
Gandamula
YogaAtiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 02:20 (09.07) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 08:23 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 08:23karana Kaulava
from 21:00tithi Krishna-navami
from 21:00karana Taitila
from 02:20 (09.07)yoga Sukarma
from 03:42 (09.07)nakshatra Ashwini

Sun and Moon

Dawn02:59
Sunrise03:57
Noon12:35
Sunset21:11
End of twilight22:09
Moonrise23:19
Moonset13:38
Day length17 h 14 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 21:00

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, Revati (03:57–21:11) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Hutashana Yoga 03:57–21:00 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:57–21:00 Krakacha Yoga 21:00–03:58 (09.07)

Anandadi: Utpata 03:57–03:42 (09.07) Anandadi: Mrityu 03:42–03:58 (09.07)

  • Mrityu Panchaka: 04:11 (04.07)–03:42 (09.07)
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:18–10:04 (09.07)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-ashtami

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:03–03:30
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:27–16:36
Godhuli21:11–21:25
Pradosha21:11–22:33
Nishitha00:21–00:48 (09.07)
Amrita Kalam01:07–02:51 (09.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:34–14:44
Yamaganda06:06–08:16
Gulika Kalam10:25–12:34
Dur Muhurta12:00–13:09
Varjyam14:47–16:30

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 03:57–08:01, 11:01–19:43

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 21:00, Krishna-navami from 21:00; lagna Mithuna 03:57, Karka 05:02, Simha 08:01, Kanya 11:01, Tula 14:02, Vrischika 17:02, Dhanu 19:43

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

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 03:57–21:00: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Krishna-navami 21:00–21:11: 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

Unfavourable day · score S = −8

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

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:57–03:42 (09.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Krakacha Yoga 21:00–03:58 (09.07)0 Yoga Atiganda 03:57–04:42−1 Ashtami 03:57–21:00−1 Panchaka 03:57–03:42 (09.07)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:57–21:00−2 Hutashana Yoga 03:57–21:00−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:57–21:00−3 Anandadi: Utpata 03:57–03:42 (09.07)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:57

SummaryFavourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Manasa; auspicious time — after 10:04
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 03:58

Tithi9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 21:43 more
NakshatraAshwini, pada 1 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 04:54 (10.07) more
Gandamula
YogaSukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 01:49 (10.07) more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 09:27 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 09:27karana Gara
from 21:43tithi Krishna-dashami
from 21:43karana Vanija
from 01:49 (10.07)yoga Dhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:01
Sunrise03:58
Noon12:35
Sunset21:10
End of twilight22:08
Moonrise23:37
Moonset14:55
Day length17 h 12 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 sunrise

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:43–04:00 (10.07)

Hutashana Yoga 03:58–21:43 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:58–21:43

Anandadi: Manasa all day

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 21:18 (08.07)–10:04
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:04–03:31
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:35
Godhuli21:10–21:24
Pradosha21:10–22:32
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (10.07)
Amrita Kalam21:21–23:01

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:43–16:52
Yamaganda03:58–06:07
Gulika Kalam08:16–10:25
Dur Muhurta09:42–10:51, 16:35–17:44
Varjyam00:42–02:23 (10.07)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

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

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Krishna-navami; lagna Mithuna 03:58, Karka 04:58, Simha 07:57, Kanya 10:57, Tula 13:58, Vrischika 16:58, Dhanu 19:40

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Thursday — success.

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

  • Krishna-navami 03:58–21:10: 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

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 10:04

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Manasa all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Yoga Sukarma 03:58–01:49 (10.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Hutashana Yoga 03:58–21:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:58–21:43 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Gandanta 03:58–10:04−2 Rikta tithi 03:58–21:43

Panchanga at sunrise 03:58

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhriti; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Anandadi: Mudgara
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 04:00

Tithi10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 21:41 more
NakshatraAshwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 04:54 more
Gandamula
YogaDhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 00:43 (11.07) more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 09:48 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 04:54nakshatra Bharani
from 09:48karana Vishti
from 21:41tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 21:41karana Bava
from 00:43 (11.07)yoga Shula

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:02
Sunrise04:00
Noon12:35
Sunset21:09
End of twilight22:06
Moonrisenone
Moonset16:13
Day length17 h 09 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 04:54

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (04:54–21:09) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:48–21:09: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:00–04:54 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:41–04:01 (11.07)

Hutashana Yoga 04:00–21:41

Anandadi: Vajra 04:00–04:54 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:54–04:01 (11.07)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 09:48–21:41; Bhadra Puchha 11:30–12:42; Bhadra Mukha 12:42–14:42
  • Gandanta (tithi): 21:17–22:05
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:05–03:32
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:35
Godhuli21:09–21:23
Pradosha21:09–22:32
Nishitha00:21–00:49 (11.07)
Amrita Kalam00:28–02:06 (11.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:26–12:35
Yamaganda16:52–19:01
Gulika Kalam06:08–08:17
Dur Muhurta07:26–08:34, 13:09–14:18
Varjyam14:41–16:19

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 04:00–04:54

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 04:00–04:54
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 04:00–04:54
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:00–04:54

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashwini until 04:54, Bharani from 04:54; tithi Krishna-dashami; lagna Mithuna 04:00, Karka 04:54, Simha 07:53, Kanya 10:54, Tula 13:54, Vrischika 16:55, Dhanu 19:36

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 04:54) — joy; Bharani (from 04:54) — facing death (dangers); Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −1

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:00–04:54+1 Yoga Dhriti 04:00–00:43 (11.07)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:00–04:540 Hutashana Yoga 04:00–21:41 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:54–04:01 (11.07)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 04:54–04:01 (11.07)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:48–21:41

Panchanga at sunrise 04:00

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Hutashana Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
FestivalsYogini Ekadashi

At sunrise 04:01

Tithi11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 20:54 more
NakshatraBharani, pada 4 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 05:21 more
YogaShula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 22:59 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 09:23 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 05:21nakshatra Krittika
from 09:23karana Balava
from 20:54tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 20:54karana Kaulava
from 22:59yoga Ganda

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:04
Sunrise04:01
Noon12:35
Sunset21:08
End of twilight22:05
Moonrise00:02
Moonset17:30
Day length17 h 07 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:21from 20:54

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (04:01–05:21) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (05:21–21:08) 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 21:41 (10.07)–20:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:02–07:27 (12.07)

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 20:54–04:02 (12.07)

Hutashana Yoga 04:01–20:54

Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:21–04:02 (12.07) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:01–05:21

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 Muhurta03:06–03:33
Abhijit Muhurta12:00–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:34
Godhuli21:08–21:22
Pradosha21:08–22:31
Nishitha00:22–00:49 (12.07)
Amrita Kalam02:41–04:15 (12.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:18–10:26
Yamaganda14:43–16:52
Gulika Kalam04:01–06:09
Dur Muhurta04:01–05:09, 05:09–06:18
Varjyam17:12–18:47

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 04:01–07:49, 10:50–19:32

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Bharani until 05:21, Krittika from 05:21; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 20:54, Krishna-dvadashi from 20:54; lagna Mithuna 04:01, Karka 04:50, Simha 07:49, Kanya 10:50, Tula 13:50, Vrischika 16:51, Dhanu 19:32

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 05:21) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 05:21) — consumption (a wasting disease); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 05:21–04:02 (12.07)0 Tripushkar Yoga 20:54–04:02 (12.07)0 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 04:01–05:21−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:01–05:21−2 Hutashana Yoga 04:01–20:54

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:01

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Hutashana Yoga
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
FestivalsPradosha Vrat

At sunrise 04:02

Tithi12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 19:22 more
NakshatraKrittika, pada 4 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 05:03 more
YogaGanda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 20:40 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 08:13 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 05:03nakshatra Rohini
from 08:13karana Taitila
from 19:22tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 19:22karana Gara
from 20:40yoga Vriddhi
from 04:02 (13.07)nakshatra Mrigashirsha

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:06
Sunrise04:02
Noon12:35
Sunset21:07
End of twilight22:03
Moonrise00:38
Moonset18:40
Day length17 h 05 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 05:03from 19:22

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, Krittika (04:02–05:03) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (05:03–21:07) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Pradosha Vrat · Shiva

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

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:07–22:31
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 04:02–05:03

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–19:22 Hutashana Yoga 04:02–19:22 Krakacha Yoga 04:02–19:22

Anandadi: Prajapati 05:03–04:02 (13.07) Anandadi: Saumya 04:02–04:04 (13.07) Anandadi: Dhumra 04:02–05:03

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 Muhurta03:07–03:35
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:26–16:34
Godhuli21:07–21:21
Pradosha21:07–22:31
Nishitha00:22–00:49 (13.07)
Amrita Kalam02:41–04:15, 00:58–02:30 (13.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:59–21:07
Yamaganda12:35–14:43
Gulika Kalam16:51–18:59
Dur Muhurta18:51–19:59
Varjyam20:22–21:54

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:03–07:45, 10:46–16:47

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 05:03–07:45, 10:46–16:47
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 05:03–07:45, 10:46–16:47
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:02–07:45, 10:46–19:28

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Krittika until 05:03, Rohini from 05:03; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 19:22, Krishna-trayodashi from 19:22; lagna Mithuna 04:02, Karka 04:46, Simha 07:45, Kanya 10:46, Tula 13:46, Vrischika 16:47, Dhanu 19:28

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 05:03) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 05:03) — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4

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

+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 05:03–04:02 (13.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:03–04:02 (13.07)0 Yoga Vriddhi 20:40–04:04 (13.07)0 Tripushkar Yoga 04:02–05:030 Anandadi: Dhumra 04:02–05:03−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:02–19:22−2 Hutashana Yoga 04:02–19:22−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:02–19:22

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:02

SummaryBest day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda; auspicious time — until 17:10
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
FestivalsMasik Shivaratri

At sunrise 04:04

Tithi13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 17:10 more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 1 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 02:24 (14.07) more
YogaVriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 17:49 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 06:21 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 06:21karana Vanija
from 17:10tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 17:10karana Vishti
from 17:49yoga Dhruva
from 02:24 (14.07)nakshatra Ardra
from 03:51 (14.07)karana Shakuni

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:08
Sunrise04:04
Noon12:35
Sunset21:06
End of twilight22:02
Moonrise01:29
Moonset19:37
Day length17 h 02 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 17:10

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (04:04–21:06) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:10–21:06: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 17:10–21:06: 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, 00:22–00:50 (14.07)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:04–02:24 (14.07) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:04–02:24 (14.07)

Anandadi: Ananda 04:04–02:24 (14.07) Anandadi: Kaladanda 02:24–04:05 (14.07)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 17:10–03:51 (14.07); Bhadra Mukha 17:10–18:56; Bhadra Puchha 02:44–03:48 (14.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:08–03:36
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:33
Godhuli21:06–21:20
Pradosha21:06–22:30
Nishitha00:22–00:50 (14.07)
Amrita Kalam18:12–19:41

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:11–08:19
Yamaganda10:27–12:35
Gulika Kalam14:43–16:51
Dur Muhurta13:09–14:17, 16:33–17:42
Varjyam09:15–10:44

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:04–17:10

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, shavingaverage 04:04–17:10
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:04–17:10
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:04–07:41, 10:42–17:10

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 17:10, Krishna-chaturdashi from 17:10; lagna Mithuna 04:04, Karka 04:42, Simha 07:41, Kanya 10:42, Tula 13:42, Vrischika 16:43, Dhanu 19:24

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

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 17:10–21:06: 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).
  • Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +7

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

Auspicious time ends by 17:10

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:04–02:24 (14.07)+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:04–02:24 (14.07)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:04–02:24 (14.07)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 04:04–17:49+1 Auspicious weekday0 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:10–03:51 (14.07)−1 Krishna Chaturdashi 17:10–04:05 (14.07)

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 04:04

SummaryUnfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Krishna Chaturdashi
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 04:05

Tithi14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 14:25 more
NakshatraArdra, pada 1 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 00:15 (15.07) more
YogaDhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 14:31 more
KaranaShakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 14:25 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 14:25tithi Amavasya
from 14:25karana Chatushpada
from 14:31yoga Vyaghata
from 00:15 (15.07)nakshatra Punarvasu
from 00:53 (15.07)karana Naga

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:09
Sunrise04:05
Noon12:35
Sunset21:05
End of twilight22:00
Moonrise02:39
Moonset20:20
Day length16 h 59 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 14:25

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

  • Shakuni 04:05–14:25: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Chatushpada 14:25–21:05: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 04:05–14:25: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Muhurta

Yamaghanta 04:05–00:15 (15.07)

Anandadi: Chara 04:05–00:15 (15.07) Anandadi: Sthira 00:15–04:06 (15.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:09–03:37
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:33
Godhuli21:05–21:19
Pradosha21:05–22:29
Nishitha00:22–00:50 (15.07)
Amrita Kalam15:09–16:36

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:50–18:57
Yamaganda08:20–10:27
Gulika Kalam12:35–14:42
Dur Muhurta07:29–08:37, 23:54–00:22 (15.07)
Varjyam10:03–11:30

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 04:05–07:37, 10:38–19:20

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 14:25, Amavasya from 14:25; lagna Mithuna 04:05, Karka 04:38, Simha 07:37, Kanya 10:38, Tula 13:38, Vrischika 16:39, Dhanu 19:20

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 04:05–14:25: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Amavasya 14:25–21:05: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −6

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: Krishna Chaturdashi

+1 Anandadi: Chara 04:05–00:15 (15.07)+1 Yoga Dhruva 04:05–14:310 Yoga Vyaghata 14:31–17:34−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:05–00:15 (15.07)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 04:05–14:25−3 Yamaghanta 04:05–00:15 (15.07)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:05

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Samvartaka Yoga
MonthNija Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
FestivalsJyeshtha Amavasya

At sunrise 04:06

Tithi30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 11:16 more
NakshatraPunarvasu, pada 1 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 21:46 more
YogaVyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 10:52 more
KaranaNaga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 11:16 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 10:52yoga Harshana
from 11:16tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 11:16karana Kimstughna
from 21:34karana Bava
from 21:46nakshatra Pushya

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:11
Sunrise04:06
Noon12:36
Sunset21:04
End of twilight21:58
Moonrise04:04
Moonset20:50
Day length16 h 57 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)11:16

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 11:16

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (04:06–21:04) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Naga 04:06–11:16: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Kimstughna 11:16–21:04: 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 14:25 (14.07)–11:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Samvartaka Yoga 11:16–04:08 (16.07)

Anandadi: Matanga 21:46–04:08 (16.07) Anandadi: Gada 04:06–21:46

  • Gandanta (tithi): 10:55–11:36

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:10–03:38
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:25–16:32
Godhuli21:04–21:18
Pradosha21:04–22:29
Nishitha00:22–00:50 (16.07)
Amrita Kalam19:37–21:03

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:35–14:42
Yamaganda06:14–08:21
Gulika Kalam10:28–12:35
Dur Muhurta12:01–13:09
Varjyam11:01–12:27

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 11:16–21:04

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 11:16–21:04
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 11:16–21:04
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:06–07:33, 10:34–19:16

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Amavasya until 11:16, Shukla-pratipat from 11:16; lagna Mithuna 04:06, Karka 04:34, Simha 07:33, Kanya 10:34, Tula 13:34, Vrischika 16:35, Dhanu 19:16

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu — 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:

  • Amavasya 04:06–11:16: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4

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

Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:06–21:46+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Harshana 10:52–04:08 (16.07)−1 Anandadi: Gada 04:06–21:46−3 Amavasya 04:06–11:16−3 Samvartaka Yoga 11:16–04:08 (16.07)

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 04:06

SummaryBest day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Pushya; auspicious time — until 06:59
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
FestivalsAshadha Gupta Navaratri

At sunrise 04:08

Tithi1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 07:50 more
NakshatraPushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 19:06 more
YogaHarshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 06:59 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 07:50 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 06:59yoga Vajra
from 07:50tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 07:50karana Balava
from 18:04karana Kaulava
from 19:06nakshatra Ashlesha
from 03:01 (17.07)yoga Siddhi

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:13
Sunrise04:08
Noon12:36
Sunset21:02
End of twilight21:57
Moonrise05:36
Moonset21:12
Day length16 h 54 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 07:50from 19:06

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (04:08–19:06) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

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 11:16 (15.07)–07:50
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 04:08–07:50
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 12:01–13:09

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1

Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:08–19:06 Guru Pushya Yoga 04:08–19:06 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 04:08–19:06

Anandadi: Shubha 04:08–19:06 Anandadi: Amrita 19:06–04:09 (17.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:11–03:40
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:32
Godhuli21:02–21:17
Pradosha21:02–22:28
Nishitha00:22–00:50 (17.07)
Amrita Kalam13:25–14:50

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:42–16:49
Yamaganda04:08–06:15
Gulika Kalam08:22–10:28
Dur Muhurta09:46–10:54, 16:32–17:39
Varjyam04:53–06:18

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:30–16:31

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, shavinggood 10:30–16:31
Cutting fingernailsgood 10:30–16:31
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:08–19:06
Bathing, washing hairgood 10:30–19:06

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya until 19:06, Ashlesha from 19:06; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 07:50, Shukla-dvitya from 07:50; lagna Mithuna 04:08, Karka 04:30, Simha 07:29, Kanya 10:30, Tula 13:30, Vrischika 16:31, Dhanu 19:12, Makara 21:00

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 19:06) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 19:06) — physical affliction (suffering); Thursday — success.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +10

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

Auspicious time ends by 06:59

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 04:08–19:06+2 Pushya 04:08–19:06+1 Anandadi: Shubha 04:08–19:06+1 Yoga Harshana 04:08–06:59+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:50–04:09 (17.07)0 Yoga Vajra 06:59–07:590 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 19:06–04:09 (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 04:08

SummaryUnfavourable day — Anandadi: Kana, Kshaya tithi
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
FestivalsRatha Yatra

At sunrise 04:09

Tithi2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 04:18 more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 2 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 16:24 more
Gandamula
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 23:04 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 04:18 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 04:18tithi Shukla-tritya (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 04:18karana Taitila
from 14:33karana Gara
from 16:24nakshatra Magha
from 23:04yoga Vyatipata
from 00:49 (18.07)tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 00:49 (18.07)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:15
Sunrise04:09
Noon12:36
Sunset21:01
End of twilight21:55
Moonrise07:11
Moonset21:30
Day length16 h 51 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 04:18from 16:24

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (16:24–21:01) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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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 07:50 (16.07)–04:18
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 16:24–04:11 (18.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–04:18

Anandadi: Mrityu 04:09–16:24 Anandadi: Kana 16:24–04:11 (18.07)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:04–21:45
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:12–03:41
Abhijit Muhurta12:01–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:24–16:31
Godhuli21:01–21:15
Pradosha21:01–22:27
Nishitha00:22–00:50 (18.07)
Amrita Kalam14:59–16:24

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:29–12:35
Yamaganda16:48–18:55
Gulika Kalam06:16–08:22
Dur Muhurta07:32–08:39, 13:09–14:16
Varjyam06:28–07:53, 03:08–04:34 (18.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 16:24, Magha from 16:24; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 04:18, Shukla-tritya from 04:18; lagna Mithuna 04:09, Karka 04:26, Simha 07:25, Kanya 10:26, Tula 13:26, Vrischika 16:27, Dhanu 19:08, Makara 20:56

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 16:24) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 16:24) — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −1

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

Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Kana

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+2 Yoga Siddhi 04:09–23:04+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:09–04:18+1 Ravi Yoga 16:24–04:11 (18.07)0 Anandadi: Kana 16:24–04:11 (18.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–04:18−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:09–16:24−2 Kshaya tithi−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 04:09–16:24

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:09

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Bhadra on earth
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
FestivalsKarka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Vinayaka Chaturthi · Chandra Darshan

At sunrise 04:11

Tithi4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 21:33 more
NakshatraMagha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 13:52 more
Gandamula
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 19:18 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 11:09 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 11:09karana Vishti
from 13:52nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 19:18yoga Variyana
from 21:33tithi Shukla-panchami
from 21:33karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:17
Sunrise04:11
Noon12:36
Sunset21:00
End of twilight21:53
Moonrise08:43
Moonset21:45
Day length16 h 48 min

Sky

Karka Sankranti19:46 — the Sun enters Karka (Cancer)

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:52

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (04:11–13:52) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (13:52–21:00) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:09–21:00: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Karka Sankranti (Dakshinayana) · Surya

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

Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 07:46–19:46
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha

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

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:54–14:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

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, 21:00–21:45
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:00–21:45

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:11–13:52 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:11–21:33

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:33–04:13 (19.07)

Anandadi: Padma 04:11–13:52 Anandadi: Lumbaka 13:52–04:13 (19.07)

  • Bhadra on earth: 11:09–21:33; Bhadra Mukha 11:11–12:55; Bhadra Puchha 20:31–21:33
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:14–03:42
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:31
Godhuli21:00–21:14
Pradosha21:00–22:26
Nishitha00:22–00:50 (19.07)
Amrita Kalam11:43–13:09

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:23–10:29
Yamaganda14:41–16:47
Gulika Kalam04:11–06:17
Dur Muhurta04:11–05:18, 05:18–06:25
Varjyam03:08–04:34, 21:07–22:34

Haircut and shaving

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

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

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

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha until 13:52, Purva-Phalguni from 13:52; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Mithuna 04:11, Karka 04:22, Simha 07:21, Kanya 10:22, Tula 13:22, Vrischika 16:23, Dhanu 19:04, Makara 20:52

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 13:52) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 13:52) — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 04:11–21:00: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Sankranti at 19:46 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Bhadra on earth 11:09–21:00: 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 04:11–19:18: 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 = −6

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

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 04:11–13:52+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:11–21:33+1 Anandadi: Padma 04:11–13:520 Yoga Variyana 19:18–04:13 (19.07)0 Anandadi: Lumbaka 13:52–04:13 (19.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:11–13:52−2 Rikta tithi 04:11–21:33−3 Bhadra on earth 11:09–21:33−3 Vyatipata 04:11–19:18

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 04:11

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 11:37; auspicious time — until 15:48
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
FestivalsSkanda Shashti

At sunrise 04:13

Tithi5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 18:37 more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 3 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 11:37 more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 15:48 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 08:02 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 08:02karana Balava
from 11:37nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 15:48yoga Parigha
from 18:37tithi Shukla-shashti
from 18:37karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:19
Sunrise04:13
Noon12:36
Sunset20:58
End of twilight21:51
Moonrise10:14
Moonset21:59
Day length16 h 45 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 11:37from 18:37

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (04:13–11:37) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (11:37–20:58) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

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

Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 18:37–04:14 (20.07)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 11:37–04:14 (20.07) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:37–04:14 (20.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:37–04:14 (20.07)

Anandadi: Chhatra 04:13–11:37 Anandadi: Mitra 11:37–04:14 (20.07)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 18:16–18:58

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:15–03:44
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:23–16:30
Godhuli20:58–21:13
Pradosha20:58–22:25
Nishitha00:22–00:51 (20.07)
Amrita Kalam05:49–07:16, 03:08–04:37 (20.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:52–20:58
Yamaganda12:35–14:41
Gulika Kalam16:47–18:52
Dur Muhurta18:44–19:51
Varjyam18:16–19:45

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:13–07:17, 10:18–18:37

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:13–07:17, 10:18–18:37
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:13–07:17, 10:18–18:37
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:13–07:17, 10:18–19:00

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 11:37, Uttara-Phalguni from 11:37; tithi Shukla-panchami until 18:37, Shukla-shashti from 18:37; lagna Mithuna 04:13, Karka 04:18, Simha 07:17, Kanya 10:18, Tula 13:18, Vrischika 16:19, Dhanu 19:00, Makara 20:48

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 11:37) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 11:37) — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

Best day · score S = +7

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

Auspicious time begins after 11:37

Auspicious time ends by 15:48

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:37–04:14 (20.07)+2 Ravi Yoga 11:37–04:14 (20.07)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 04:13–11:37+1 Yoga Variyana 04:13–15:48+1 Auspicious tithi 04:13–18:37+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:37–04:14 (20.07)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:37–04:14 (20.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 18:37–04:14 (20.07)0 Yoga Parigha 15:48–02:14 (20.07)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:13–11:37

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 04:13

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa; cons: Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

At sunrise 04:14

Tithi6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 16:09 more
NakshatraUttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 09:47 more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 12:40 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 05:19 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 05:19karana Taitila
from 09:47nakshatra Hasta
from 12:40yoga Shiva
from 16:09tithi Shukla-saptami
from 16:09karana Gara
from 03:07 (21.07)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:21
Sunrise04:14
Noon12:36
Sunset20:57
End of twilight21:49
Moonrise11:42
Moonset22:14
Day length16 h 42 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:47from 16:09

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 (04:14–09:47) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (09:47–20:57) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:14–09:47

Hutashana Yoga 04:14–16:09 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:14–16:09 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:09–04:16 (21.07) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:09–04:16 (21.07)

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:14–09:47 Anandadi: Vajra 09:47–04:16 (21.07)

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-shashti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:16–03:45
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:22–16:29
Godhuli20:57–21:11
Pradosha20:57–22:24
Nishitha00:22–00:51 (21.07)
Amrita Kalam03:08–04:37, 02:49–04:20 (21.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:19–08:25
Yamaganda10:30–12:35
Gulika Kalam14:41–16:46
Dur Muhurta13:09–14:16, 16:29–17:36
Varjyam17:44–19:15

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:14–16:09, 16:15–20:44

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 04:14–16:09, 16:15–20:44
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:14–16:09, 16:15–20:44
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:14–07:13, 10:14–18:56

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 09:47, Hasta from 09:47; tithi Shukla-shashti until 16:09, Shukla-saptami from 16:09; lagna Karka 04:14, Simha 07:13, Kanya 10:14, Tula 13:14, Vrischika 16:15, Dhanu 18:56, Makara 20:44

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 09:47) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 09:47) — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

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 04:14–09:47+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 04:14–09:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:14–09:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Shiva 12:40–04:16 (21.07)0 Auspicious tithi 16:09–04:16 (21.07)−1 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:09–04:16 (21.07)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:09–04:16 (21.07)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 09:47–04:16 (21.07)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 04:14–16:09−2 Hutashana Yoga 04:14–16:09−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:14–16:09

Panchanga at sunrise 04:14

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

At sunrise 04:16

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 14:14 more
NakshatraHasta, pada 4 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 08:30 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 09:59 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 14:14 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 08:30nakshatra Chitra
from 09:59yoga Siddha
from 14:14tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 14:14karana Vishti
from 01:30 (22.07)karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:23
Sunrise04:16
Noon12:36
Sunset20:55
End of twilight21:47
Moonrise13:09
Moonset22:32
Day length16 h 39 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 08:30from 14:14

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (04:16–08:30) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (08:30–20:55) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 14:14–20:55: 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 6

Muhurta

Dwipushkar Yoga 08:30–14:14 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:14–04:17 (22.07)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:16–08:30 Hutashana Yoga 04:16–14:14 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:16–14:14

Anandadi: Saumya 04:16–08:30 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:30–04:17 (22.07)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 14:14–01:30 (22.07); Bhadra Puchha 15:56–17:04; Bhadra Mukha 17:04–18:58

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 Muhurta03:17–03:46
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 Kalam02:49–04:20, 01:36–03:09 (22.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:45–18:50
Yamaganda08:26–10:30
Gulika Kalam12:35–14:40
Dur Muhurta07:36–08:42, 23:52–00:21 (22.07)
Varjyam16:17–17:50

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:16–14:14

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 04:16–14:14
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 04:16–14:14
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:16–18:52, 20:40–20:55

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta until 08:30, Chitra from 08:30; tithi Shukla-saptami until 14:14, Shukla-ashtami from 14:14; lagna Karka 04:16, Simha 07:10, Kanya 10:10, Tula 13:10, Vrischika 16:11, Dhanu 18:52, Makara 20:40

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 08:30) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 08:30) — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 14:14–20:55: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

+1 Yoga Siddha 09:59–04:17 (22.07)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 04:16–08:30+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:16–08:30+1 Auspicious tithi 04:16–14:14+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:14–04:17 (22.07)0 Dwipushkar Yoga 08:30–14:140 Ashtami 14:14–04:17 (22.07)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 14:14–01:30 (22.07)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 08:30–04:17 (22.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Hutashana Yoga 04:16–14:14−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:16–14:14−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 04:16–08:30

Panchanga at sunrise 04:16

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodAshadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
FestivalsMasik Durgashtami

At sunrise 04:17

Tithi8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 12:56 more
NakshatraChitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 07:49 more
YogaSiddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 07:48 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 12:56 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 07:48yoga Sadhya
from 07:49nakshatra Swati
from 12:56tithi Shukla-navami
from 12:56karana Balava
from 00:32 (23.07)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:25
Sunrise04:17
Noon12:36
Sunset20:53
End of twilight21:45
Moonrise14:34
Moonset22:53
Day length16 h 36 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 07:49from 12:56

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (04:17–07:49) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:49–20:53) 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 14:14 (21.07)–12:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

Muhurta

Hutashana Yoga 04:17–12:56 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:17–12:56 Krakacha Yoga 12:56–04:19 (23.07)

Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:17–07:49 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:49–04:19 (23.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:18–03:48
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:28
Godhuli20:53–21:08
Pradosha20:53–22:23
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (23.07)
Amrita Kalam23:00–00:35 (23.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:35–14:40
Yamaganda06:22–08:26
Gulika Kalam10:31–12:35
Dur Muhurta12:02–13:09
Varjyam13:25–15:00

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 04:17–07:06, 10:06–12:56

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra until 07:49, Swati from 07:49; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 12:56, Shukla-navami from 12:56; lagna Karka 04:17, Simha 07:06, Kanya 10:06, Tula 13:07, Vrischika 16:07, Dhanu 18:48, Makara 20:36

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 07:49) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 07:49) — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 04:17–12:56: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Shukla-navami 12:56–20:53: 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

+2 Yoga Siddha 04:17–07:48+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:17–07:49+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Ashtami 04:17–12:56−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 04:17–07:49−1 Krakacha Yoga 12:56–04:19 (23.07)−2 Hutashana Yoga 04:17–12:56−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:17–12:56

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:17

SummaryBest day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 12:17
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 04:19

Tithi9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 12:17 more
NakshatraSwati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 07:47 more
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 06:09 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 12:17 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 06:09yoga Shubha
from 07:47nakshatra Vishakha
from 12:17tithi Shukla-dashami
from 12:17karana Taitila
from 00:12 (24.07)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:27
Sunrise04:19
Noon12:36
Sunset20:52
End of twilight21:43
Moonrise15:54
Moonset23:21
Day length16 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 07:47from 12:17

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (04:19–07:47) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (07:47–20:52) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:47–04:21 (24.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:17–04:21 (24.07)

Hutashana Yoga 04:19–12:17 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:19–12:17

Anandadi: Sthira 04:19–07:47 Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:47–04:21 (24.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:20–03:49
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:09
Vijaya Muhurta15:21–16:27
Godhuli20:52–21:07
Pradosha20:52–22:22
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (24.07)
Amrita Kalam23:21–00:59 (24.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:40–16:44
Yamaganda04:19–06:23
Gulika Kalam08:27–10:31
Dur Muhurta09:50–10:56, 16:27–17:33
Varjyam13:31–15:09

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:17–20:52

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 12:17–20:52
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 12:17–20:52
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:19–07:47, 10:02–20:52

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 07:47, Vishakha from 07:47; tithi Shukla-navami until 12:17, Shukla-dashami from 12:17; lagna Karka 04:19, Simha 07:02, Kanya 10:02, Tula 13:03, Vrischika 16:03, Dhanu 18:45, Makara 20:32

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 07:47) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 07:47) — loss of money; Thursday — success.

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

  • Shukla-navami 04:19–12:17: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +7

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

Auspicious time begins after 12:17

+2 Ravi Yoga 07:47–04:21 (24.07)+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:17–04:21 (24.07)+2 Yoga Shubha 06:09–04:21 (24.07)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:19–07:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:19–07:47+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 12:17–04:21 (24.07)0 Hutashana Yoga 04:19–12:17 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:19–12:17 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Rikta tithi 04:19–12:17

Panchanga at sunrise 04:19

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Shubha; auspicious time — after 08:21
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more

At sunrise 04:21

Tithi10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 12:16 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 4 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 08:21 more
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 04:59 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 12:16 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 04:59yoga Shukla
from 08:21nakshatra Anuradha
from 12:16tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 12:16karana Vanija
from 00:29 (25.07)karana Vishti
from 04:19 (25.07)yoga Brahma

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:30
Sunrise04:21
Noon12:36
Sunset20:50
End of twilight21:41
Moonrise17:06
Moonset23:59
Day length16 h 29 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:21from 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, Vishakha (04:21–08:21) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (08:21–20:50) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:21–04:22 (25.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:16–04:22 (25.07)

Hutashana Yoga 04:21–12:16

Anandadi: Matanga 04:21–08:21 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:21–04:22 (25.07)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 00:29–12:50 (25.07); Bhadra Puchha 05:28–06:42 (25.07); Bhadra Mukha 06:42–08:44 (25.07)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 11:52–12:41

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:21–03:51
Abhijit Muhurta12:02–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:26
Godhuli20:50–21:05
Pradosha20:50–22:21
Nishitha00:21–00:51 (25.07)
Amrita Kalam22:37–00:17 (25.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:32–12:35
Yamaganda16:43–18:46
Gulika Kalam06:24–08:28
Dur Muhurta07:39–08:45, 13:08–14:14
Varjyam12:33–14:14

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernailsaverage 04:21–16:00, 20:28–20:50
Cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairgood 09:58–18:41, 20:28–20:50

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha until 08:21, Anuradha from 08:21; tithi Shukla-dashami until 12:16, Shukla-ekadashi from 12:16; lagna Karka 04:21, Simha 06:58, Kanya 09:58, Tula 12:59, Vrischika 16:00, Dhanu 18:41, Makara 20:28

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 08:21) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 08:21) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +12

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

Auspicious time begins after 08:21

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:21–04:22 (25.07)+2 Yoga Shubha 04:21–04:59+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:16–04:22 (25.07)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:21–08:21+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:21–12:16+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:21–04:22 (25.07)0 Hutashana Yoga 04:21–12:16 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 08:21–04:22 (25.07)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:21

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Ravi Yoga; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Hutashana Yoga
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsDevshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)

At sunrise 04:22

Tithi11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 12:50 more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 09:31 more
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 04:03 (26.07) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 12:50 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 09:31nakshatra Jyestha
from 12:50tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 12:50karana Bava
from 01:19 (26.07)karana Balava
from 04:03 (26.07)yoga Indra

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:32
Sunrise04:22
Noon12:36
Sunset20:48
End of twilight21:39
Moonrise18:07
Moonsetnone
Day length16 h 25 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:31from 12:50

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (04:22–09:31) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (09:31–20:48) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:22–12:50: 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 12:16 (24.07)–12:50
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:24–07:41 (26.07)

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:22–09:31

Hutashana Yoga 04:22–12:50

Anandadi: Amrita 04:22–09:31 Anandadi: Musala 09:31–04:24 (26.07)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 00:29–12:50; Bhadra Puchha 05:28–06:42; Bhadra Mukha 06:42–08:44

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:22–03:52
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:20–16:26
Godhuli20:48–21:04
Pradosha20:48–22:20
Nishitha00:21–00:52 (26.07)
Amrita Kalam01:46–03:29 (26.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:29–10:32
Yamaganda14:39–16:42
Gulika Kalam04:22–06:26
Dur Muhurta04:22–05:28, 05:28–06:34
Varjyam15:30–17:13

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 04:22–06:54, 09:55–12:50

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 04:22–06:54, 09:55–12:50
Cutting fingernailsbad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsaverage 04:22–06:54, 09:55–12:50
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:22–09:31, 09:55–12:50

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha until 09:31, Jyestha from 09:31; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 12:50, Shukla-dvadashi from 12:50; lagna Karka 04:22, Simha 06:54, Kanya 09:55, Tula 12:55, Vrischika 15:56, Dhanu 18:37, Makara 20:24

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 09:31) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 09:31) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+2 Yoga Brahma 04:22–04:03 (26.07)+2 Ravi Yoga 04:22–09:31+1 Anandadi: Amrita 04:22–09:31+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:22–09:31+1 Auspicious tithi 04:22–12:500 Chaturmasya−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:31–04:24 (26.07)−1 Anandadi: Musala 09:31–04:24 (26.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Hutashana Yoga 04:22–12:50−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:22–12:50

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

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Indra; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Anandadi: Kana
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsPradosha Vrat

At sunrise 04:24

Tithi12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 13:55 more
NakshatraJyestha, pada 3 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 11:11 more
Gandamula
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 04:10 (27.07) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 13:55 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 11:11nakshatra Mula
from 13:55tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 13:55karana Kaulava
from 02:37 (27.07)karana Taitila
from 04:10 (27.07)yoga Vaidhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:34
Sunrise04:24
Noon12:36
Sunset20:47
End of twilight21:37
Moonrise18:54
Moonset00:48
Day length16 h 22 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 13:55

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 (04:24–11:11) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (11:11–20:47) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Pradosha Vrat · Shiva

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

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:47–22:19
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:11–04:26 (27.07) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 11:11–04:26 (27.07)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:24–13:55 Hutashana Yoga 04:24–13:55 Krakacha Yoga 04:24–13:55

Anandadi: Siddhi 11:11–04:26 (27.07) Anandadi: Kana 04:24–11:11

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 04:43–17:40
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:23–03:54
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:25
Godhuli20:47–21:02
Pradosha20:47–22:19
Nishitha00:21–00:52 (27.07)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam18:44–20:47
Yamaganda12:35–14:38
Gulika Kalam16:41–18:44
Dur Muhurta18:36–19:41
Varjyamnone on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:55–15:52, 20:20–20:47

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 13:55–15:52, 20:20–20:47
Cutting fingernailsbad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsaverage 13:55–15:52, 20:20–20:47
Bathing, washing hairaverage 13:55–18:33, 20:20–20:47

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha until 11:11, Mula from 11:11; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 13:55, Shukla-triodashi from 13:55; lagna Karka 04:24, Simha 06:50, Kanya 09:51, Tula 12:51, Vrischika 15:52, Dhanu 18:33, Makara 20:20

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 11:11) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 11:11) — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.

Cautions:

  • Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:11–04:26 (27.07)+2 Yoga Indra 04:24–04:10 (27.07)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 11:11–04:26 (27.07)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 11:11–04:26 (27.07)0 Auspicious tithi 13:55–04:26 (27.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:24–13:55 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Hutashana Yoga 04:24–13:55 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:24–11:11−3 Anandadi: Kana 04:24–11:11−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:24–13:55

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

Panchanga at sunrise 04:24

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:26

Tithi13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 15:25 more
NakshatraMula, pada 3 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 13:17 more
Gandamula
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 04:34 (28.07) more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 15:25 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 13:17nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 15:25tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 15:25karana Gara
from 04:19 (28.07)karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:36
Sunrise04:26
Noon12:36
Sunset20:45
End of twilight21:34
Moonrise19:28
Moonset01:49
Day length16 h 18 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:17from 15:25

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (04:26–13:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (13:17–20:45) is good for root crops.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 15:25–20:45: 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 13:17–04:28 (28.07)

Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:26–13:17 Anandadi: Utpata 13:17–04:28 (28.07)

  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:25–03:55
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:19–16:24
Godhuli20:45–21:00
Pradosha20:45–22:17
Nishitha00:21–00:52 (28.07)
Amrita Kalam06:19–08:04

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam06:28–08:31
Yamaganda10:33–12:35
Gulika Kalam14:38–16:40
Dur Muhurta13:08–14:13, 16:24–17:29
Varjyam11:32–13:17, 23:51–01:37 (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 13:17–15:25

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula until 13:17, Purva-Ashadha from 13:17; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 15:25, Shukla-chaturdashi from 15:25; lagna Karka 04:26, Simha 06:46, Kanya 09:47, Tula 12:47, Vrischika 15:48, Dhanu 18:29, Makara 20:16

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 13:17) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 13:17) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 15:25–20:45: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Vaidhriti 04:26–20:45: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:26–15:25+1 Ravi Yoga 13:17–04:28 (28.07)0 Anandadi: Utpata 13:17–04:28 (28.07) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Chaturmasya−1 Rikta tithi 15:25–04:28 (28.07)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:26–13:17−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:26–13:17−3 Vaidhriti all day

Panchanga at sunrise 04:26

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:28

Tithi14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 17:17 more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 15:43 more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 04:34 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 17:17 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 04:34yoga Vishkambha
from 15:43nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 17:17tithi Purnima
from 17:17karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:38
Sunrise04:28
Noon12:36
Sunset20:43
End of twilight21:32
Moonrise19:53
Moonset02:58
Day length16 h 15 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 15:43from 17:17

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (04:28–15:43) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (15:43–20:43) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 17:17–20:43: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 04:28–17:17: 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 04:28–15:43

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 15:43–04:30 (29.07)

Anandadi: Mitra 04:28–15:43 Anandadi: Manasa 15:43–04:30 (29.07)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 17:17–06:19 (29.07); Bhadra Puchha 01:46–03:04 (29.07); Bhadra Mukha 03:04–05:15 (29.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:26–03:57
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:18–16:23
Godhuli20:43–20:59
Pradosha20:43–22:16
Nishitha00:21–00:52 (29.07)
Amrita Kalam10:26–12:12

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:39–18:41
Yamaganda08:32–10:33
Gulika Kalam12:35–14:37
Dur Muhurta07:43–08:48, 23:50–00:21 (29.07)
Varjyam00:37–02:24 (29.07)

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shavingno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsno suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hairaverage 04:28–06:42, 09:43–18:25, 20:12–20:43

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 15:43, Uttara-Ashadha from 15:43; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 17:17, Purnima from 17:17; lagna Karka 04:28, Simha 06:42, Kanya 09:43, Tula 12:43, Vrischika 15:44, Dhanu 18:25, Makara 20:12

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 15:43) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 15:43) — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 04:28–17:17: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Purnima 17:17–20:43: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Vaidhriti 04:28–04:34: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 04:28–15:43+1 Anandadi: Mitra 04:28–15:430 Auspicious nakshatra 15:43–04:30 (29.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Yoga Vishkambha 04:34–05:480 Vishti (Bhadra) 17:17–04:30 (29.07)−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 15:43–04:30 (29.07)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:28–15:43−2 Rikta tithi 04:28–17:17

Panchanga at sunrise 04:28

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Anandadi: Vajra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodChaturmasya
FestivalsGuru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) · Ashadha Purnima

At sunrise 04:30

Tithi15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 19:24 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:25 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 05:12 more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 06:19 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 05:12yoga Priti
from 06:19karana Bava
from 18:25nakshatra Shravana
from 19:24tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 19:24karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:40
Sunrise04:30
Noon12:36
Sunset20:41
End of twilight21:30
Moonrise20:12
Moonset04:10
Day length16 h 11 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)19:24

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 18:25from 19:24

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (04:30–18:25) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (18:25–20:41) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:30–06:19: 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, 04:30–19:24
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 17:17 (28.07)–19:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Samvartaka Yoga 19:24–04:31 (30.07)

Anandadi: Chhatra 20:13–04:31 (30.07) Anandadi: Vajra 04:30–11:44 Anandadi: Mudgara 11:44–20:13

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 22:22 (28.07)–06:19; Bhadra Puchha 01:46–03:04; Bhadra Mukha 03:04–05:15
  • Gandanta (tithi): 18:58–19:50

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:27–03:58
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta15:17–16:22
Godhuli20:41–20:57
Pradosha20:41–22:15
Nishitha00:21–00:52 (30.07)
Amrita Kalam11:18–13:05

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:35–14:37
Yamaganda06:31–08:32
Gulika Kalam10:34–12:35
Dur Muhurta12:03–13:08
Varjyam22:54–00:42 (30.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 19:24–20:41

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 19:24–20:41
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 19:24–20:41
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:30–06:38, 09:39–18:21, 20:09–20:41

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 18:25, Shravana from 18:25; tithi Purnima until 19:24, Krishna-pratipat from 19:24; lagna Karka 04:30, Simha 06:38, Kanya 09:39, Tula 12:39, Vrischika 15:40, Dhanu 18:21, Makara 20:09

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 18:25) — improved health; Shravana (from 18:25) — bodily development (physical growth); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

  • Purnima 04:30–19:24: 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 Auspicious nakshatra 04:30–18:25+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Yoga Priti 05:12–04:31 (30.07)0 Auspicious tithi 19:24–04:31 (30.07)0 Anandadi: Chhatra 20:13–04:31 (30.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Vishti (Bhadra) 04:30–06:190 Samvartaka Yoga 19:24–04:31 (30.07)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 04:30–11:44

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 04:30

SummaryBest day — Anandadi: Dhwaja, Auspicious nakshatra
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:31

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 21:43 more
NakshatraShravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 21:18 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 06:01 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 08:32 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 06:01yoga Ayushman
from 08:32karana Kaulava
from 21:18nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 21:43tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 21:43karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:43
Sunrise04:31
Noon12:36
Sunset20:39
End of twilight21:28
Moonrise20:27
Moonset05:24
Day length16 h 07 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 sunrise

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (04:31–20:39) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:31–21:18 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 21:18–04:33 (31.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:29–04:00
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta15:17–16:21
Godhuli20:39–20:55
Pradosha20:39–22:14
Nishitha00:20–00:52 (31.07)
Amrita Kalam09:39–11:27

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:36–16:37
Yamaganda04:31–06:32
Gulika Kalam08:33–10:34
Dur Muhurta09:54–10:59, 16:21–17:26
Varjyam01:48–03:36 (31.07)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:31–06:34, 09:35–18:17, 20:05–20:39

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Karka 04:31, Simha 06:34, Kanya 09:35, Tula 12:35, Vrischika 15:36, Dhanu 18:17, Makara 20:05

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana — bodily development (physical growth); Thursday — success.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +5

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

+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:31–21:18+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:31–21:18+1 Yoga Priti 04:31–06:01+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:31–21:430 Chaturmasya

Panchanga at sunrise 04:31

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
MonthAshadha (amanta) · Shravana (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraBahudhanya (No. 12) · Shaka 2100 · Vikram 2235 more
PeriodChaturmasya

At sunrise 04:33

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 00:07 (01.08) more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 00:17 (01.08) more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 06:56 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 10:54 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Karka (Cancer), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 06:56yoga Saubhagya
from 10:54karana Gara
from 00:07 (01.08)tithi Krishna-tritya
from 00:07 (01.08)karana Vanija
from 00:17 (01.08)nakshatra Shatabhisha

Sun and Moon

Dawn03:45
Sunrise04:33
Noon12:36
Sunset20:37
End of twilight21:25
Moonrise20:39
Moonset06:36
Day length16 h 04 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrise

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Festivals and periods

  • Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:33–00:07 (01.08)

Anandadi: Prajapati 04:33–00:17 (01.08) Anandadi: Saumya 00:17–04:35 (01.08)

  • Chora Panchaka: 10:47–11:03 (05.08)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta03:30–04:02
Abhijit Muhurta12:03–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta15:16–16:20
Godhuli20:37–20:53
Pradosha20:37–22:13
Nishitha00:20–00:52 (01.08)
Amrita Kalam12:36–14:24

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:35–12:35
Yamaganda16:36–18:37
Gulika Kalam06:34–08:34
Dur Muhurta07:46–08:50, 13:07–14:12
Varjyamnone on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage throughout the daytime
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage throughout the daytime
Bathing, washing hairgood 04:33–06:30, 09:31–18:13, 20:01–20:37

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Karka 04:33, Simha 06:30, Kanya 09:31, Tula 12:31, Vrischika 15:32, Dhanu 18:13, Makara 20:01

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

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

+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:33–00:17 (01.08)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:33–00:17 (01.08)+1 Yoga Ayushman 04:33–06:56+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 04:33–00:07 (01.08)0 Chaturmasya−1 Panchaka 10:47–04:35 (01.08)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:33–00:07 (01.08)

Panchanga at sunrise 04:33

soaking seedsplanting above-ground crops, with pricking outplanting root crops, without pricking outpricking outpinching out side shootsroot division, digging upwatering, foliar feedingploughingweeding, pest controlplant healing, grafting, cuttingsharvesting grain (per Raman)harvest: sap in the topsharvest: sap in the roots
Nija Jyeshtha (Vedic name Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima.
Patron: Trivikrama; Aditya — Mitra. Full moon in nakshatra Jyeshtha. Ritu: Grishma.
Nija Masa (“true month”) — the ordinary month of the same name that comes immediately after the Adhika month. The annual festivals and rites of that month are observed precisely in it (the exception is Ganga Dussehra when Jyeshtha is Adhika: it is celebrated in the intercalary month).
Amanta and purnimanta
Amanta — reckoning lunar months from new moon to new moon (South and West India; this calendar shows months this way). Purnimanta — reckoning from full moon to full moon (North India): the bright half of the month (Shukla Paksha) bears the same name in both systems, while the dark half (Krishna Paksha) in purnimanta already belongs to the next month. So, for example, Krishna Janmashtami is “Shravana, Krishna 8” in amanta and “Bhadrapada, Krishna 8” in purnimanta: it is one and the same day.
Bahudhanya (No. 12 of 60, “many-grained, rich in grain”) — A year of abundance: rich harvests, plenty of food and well-being.
Northern samvatsara: Vijaya (No. 27)
Shaka Samvat 2100 · Vikram Samvat 2235 · Kali Yuga 5279
Next year — Pramathi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 7.04.2179
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-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.
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)
Indra (26) — “Indra, lord”
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Kaulava (movable)
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.
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.
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).
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Anandadi: Shrivatsa — “mark of good fortune on Vishnu’s chest”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
Samvartaka Yoga
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
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.
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 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.
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.
Wednesday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Purva-Ashadha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Uttara-Ashadha
+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-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvitya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
tithi
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).
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 weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Auspicious tithi
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Eclipse nearby
An eclipse on a neighbouring Vedic day (the day before, including the night before this day’s sunrise, or the day after): its influence is weaker, but important undertakings are better postponed.
Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Krishna-dvitya (2, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
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.
Guru vara — Jupiter Day
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

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


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Thursday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vaidhriti
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Krishna-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.
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 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).
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.
Anandadi: Prajapati — “lord of creatures”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Dhumra — “smoke”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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
Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Vishti (Bhadra)
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
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
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.
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.
Shani vara — Saturn Day
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.
Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

nakshatra 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: Vardhamana — “growing”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Ananda — “joy”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
Mrityu Panchaka
Began on a Saturday: the most unfavourable — any risky ventures, journeys and heavy work are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 3 (Mon 2, Sat 3, Fri 4, Wed 5, Thu 6, Tue 7, Sun 8).
Another tradition — Kala Vela: the eighth parts of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order starting from the lord of the day, while the eighth part, the last before sunset, is “empty”, without a lord; in this tradition it is given to Rahu — today {y} (on Sundays it coincides with the calculation above).
Yet another tradition — printed panchangas: a nominal day of 6:00–18:00, so Rahu Kalam always falls at the same clock time — today 09:00–10:30; if the nominal 6:00–18:00 day is counted in local mean time — 09:29–10:59 by the clock. Far from India this is a rough approximation.
Using the rising and setting of the centre of the disc without refraction (old Siddhantic panchangas): {x}.
At night Rahu Kalam is usually not reckoned (the translator of the Kalaprakashika, 1917: “it occurs only in the daytime”); a few divide the night into 8 parts as well, but there is no generally accepted order of the night parts. In North India, Choghadiya is more often consulted to choose the hour.
Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Saturday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
Panchaka
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Krishna-panchami (5, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
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.
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.
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 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-panchami
any undertakings
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Anandadi: Chara — “movable”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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: 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.
Gandanta
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.
Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Sunday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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 Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Hutashana Yoga
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
Anandadi: Musala — “pestle, club”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Gada — “mace”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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 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
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-saptami (7, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.
Uttara-Bhadra (26)
Meaning: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)
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.
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 Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Anandadi: Siddhi — “success”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.
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.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Tuesday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Surya Dagdha tithi
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Krishna-ashtami (8, waning Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.
Revati (27)
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)
Atiganda (6) — “great danger”
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
Krakacha Yoga
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
Anandadi: 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.
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.
Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami (9, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
Ashwini (1)
Meaning: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything
Sukarma (7) — “good deed”
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Anandadi: Manasa — “thought”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Ashwini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-dashami (10, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.
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.
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-dashami
any undertakings
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Anandadi: Mudgara — “hammer”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.
Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-ekadashi (11, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
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
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.
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.
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-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
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.
Krittika
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-dvadashi (12, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Krittika (3)
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others
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.
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-dvadashi
neutral
nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
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.
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)
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

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

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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: 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.
Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna Chaturdashi
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Krishna-chaturdashi (14, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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.
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 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
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.
Yamaghanta
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.
Ardra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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 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
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.
Punarvasu
+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
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 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.
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.
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.
Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Makara
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
Pushya
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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
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.
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 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
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Shukla-chaturti (4, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
Magha (10)
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death
Vyatipata (17) — “calamity, downfall”
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
The Sun’s entry into a new sidereal sign — the start of a solar month. The time around this moment (Punya Kala) is favourable for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun.
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 Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
Anandadi: Padma — “lotus”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Variyana (18) — “excellent, best”
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Sankranti day
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Vyatipata
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
Shukla-panchami (5, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
Purva-Phalguni (11)
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit
Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-panchami
+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.
Shukla-shashti (6, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
Uttara-Phalguni (12)
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances
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 Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
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.
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
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 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 6
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
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)
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Shukla-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 7
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.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Shukla-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)
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

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

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-ekadashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ekadashi (11, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
Anuradha (17)
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)
Brahma (25) — “Brahma, sacred knowledge”
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

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

Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Chaturmasya
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.
Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Chaturmasya
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.
Shukla-dvadashi (12, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
Jyestha (18)
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)
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 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)
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 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
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.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Purva-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
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
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.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
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 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
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 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)
Chora Panchaka
Began on a Friday: danger of theft and loss — journeys, business deals and major purchases are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.