Panchanga Calendar

February 2153

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SamvatsaraParidhavi (46)MonthMagha → Phalguna from 24.02RituShishiraAyanaUttarayanaPlace55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

February 2153 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Magha (until 23.02), Phalguna (from 24.02). Periods: until 2.02 — Magha Gupta Navaratri. Major festivals: 21.02 Maha Shivaratri.

Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
1Ashw7until 14:24
2Bhar8Masik Durgashtami
3Krit9after 12:52
4Roh10
5Mrig11Jaya Ekadashi
6Ard12Bhauma Pradosha
7Pun13until 11:49
8Push14Thaipusam
9Ashl1
10Mag2
11PPh3
12UPh4Sankashti
13Chit5
14Swa6Kumbha Sankranti
15Vish7Kalashtami
16Anu8until 10:23
17Jye9
18Mul10after 08:50
19PAsh11Vijaya Ekadashi
20UAsh12Bhauma Pradosha
21Shra13Maha Shivaratri
22Dhan14
23Dhan30Amavasya
24Shat1Chandra Darshan
25PBh2after 12:35
26UBh3
27Rev4Vinayaka Chaturthi
28Ashw5
Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable
Markersafter / until HH:MM
Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya
Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed
Icons this month (17)
Bhishma AshtamiGoddess (Durga, Kali)Madhva NavamiAmrita Siddhi YogaEkadashiPradoshaSkanda ShashtiGuru Pushya Yogamoment of the full moon (see the time in the “Sky this month” card)SankashtiSankrantiKalashtamiTripushkar YogaMaha Shivaratriday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Chandra DarshanVinayaka Chaturthi
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

  • 4.02 Sun — Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Prajapati
    Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
  • 25.02 Sun — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara, Yoga Sadhya after 12:35
    Uttara-Bhadra (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.

Festivals

  • 1.02 Thu Bhishma Ashtami
  • 2.02 Fri Masik Durgashtami
  • 3.02 Sat Madhva Navami
  • 5.02 Mon Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi)
  • 6.02 Tue Bhauma Pradosha
  • 8.02 Thu Magha Purnima (Maghi)
  • 8.02 Thu Thaipusam
  • 12.02 Mon Sankashti Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)
  • 14.02 Wed Kumbha Sankranti
  • 15.02 Thu Kalashtami
  • 19.02 Mon Vijaya Ekadashi
  • 20.02 Tue Bhauma Pradosha
  • 21.02 Wed Maha Shivaratri
  • 23.02 Fri Magha Amavasya
  • 24.02 Sat Chandra Darshan
  • 27.02 Tue Vinayaka Chaturthi

Special muhurta yogas

  • 1.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:23–14:24
  • 3.02 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 19:09–08:17 (04.02)
  • 3.02 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:09–08:17 (04.02)
  • 5.02 Mon Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:15–20:59
  • 5.02 Mon Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:15–20:59
  • 8.02 Thu Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:09–17:58
  • 8.02 Thu Guru Pushya Yoga 08:09–17:58
  • 8.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:09–17:58
  • 11.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:08–08:00 (12.02)
  • 15.02 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:33–07:51 (16.02)
  • 16.02 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:51–02:03 (17.02)
  • 18.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:46–02:21 (19.02)
  • 20.02 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 07:42–08:57
  • 24.02 Sat Tripushkar Yoga 13:58–07:30 (25.02)
  • 25.02 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 07:30–12:35
  • 25.02 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:35–07:27 (26.02)
  • 27.02 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:41–07:22 (28.02)
  • 27.02 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:41–07:22 (28.02)

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

Avoid starting important matters

  • 2.02 Fri — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Rikta tithi
  • 5.02 Mon — Vaidhriti, Krakacha Yoga, Vishti (Bhadra)
  • 6.02 Tue — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi (unfavourable day)
  • 8.02 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi
  • 9.02 Fri — Anandadi: Mrityu, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
  • 11.02 Sun — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 14.02 Wed — Sankranti day, Anandadi: Dhumra, Vishti (Bhadra)
  • 15.02 Thu — Krakacha Yoga, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Ashtami
  • 17.02 Sat — Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 19.02 Mon — Anandadi: Utpata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
  • 20.02 Tue — Vyatipata, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
  • 22.02 Thu — Krishna Chaturdashi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Parigha
  • 23.02 Fri — Amavasya, Panchaka
  • 26.02 Mon — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Panchaka, Anandadi: Gada
  • 27.02 Tue — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
  • 28.02 Wed — Anandadi: Mrityu (unfavourable day)

Sky this month

  • 9.02 Full moon (Purnima) 07:02
  • 14.02 Kumbha Sankranti 15:24 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)
  • 23.02 New moon (Amavasya) 12:06
  • There are no eclipses this month.

Periods

  • until 2.02 Magha Gupta Navaratri
  • 22.02 18:38 – 27.02 18:41 Dosha-free Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Paridhavi (No. 46, “running about, restless”) — A restless year: bustle, fears, flight from danger; little stability. more

Northern samvatsara: Prabhava. Shaka Samvat 2074, Vikram Samvat 2209, Kali Yuga 5253.

Magha (Tapas) — A month of austerity and holy baths (Magha Snana): Vasant Panchami, Ratha Saptami; in the dark half — Maha Shivaratri. more

Phalguna (Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas. more

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

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

SummaryFavourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Yoga Shubha; auspicious time — until 14:24
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
FestivalsBhishma Ashtami

At sunrise 08:23

Tithi7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 08:47 more
vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise
NakshatraAshwini, pada 4 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 14:24 more
Gandamula
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 02:32 (02.02) more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 08:47 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 08:47tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 08:47karana Vishti
from 14:24nakshatra Bharani
from 22:00karana Bava
from 02:32 (02.02)yoga Shukla

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:42
Sunrise08:23
Noon12:42
Sunset17:03
End of twilight17:44
Moonrise10:42
Moonset00:55
Day length8 h 40 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:47from 14:24

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, Bharani (14:24–17:03) is good for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:47–17:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Bhishma Ashtami · Bhishma

The day of the departure of Bhishma, who lay on a bed of arrows until the onset of Uttarayana. Tarpana is performed for Bhishma — especially by those who have lost their father.

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:51–13:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:23–14:24

Krakacha Yoga 08:47–08:21 (02.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:47–08:21 (02.02)

Anandadi: Manasa 08:23–14:24 Anandadi: Padma 14:24–08:21 (02.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 08:47–22:00; Bhadra Puchha 10:45–12:04; Bhadra Mukha 12:04–14:16
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:20–07:21
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:00
Vijaya Muhurta14:10–14:44
Godhuli17:03–17:34
Pradosha17:03–20:07
Nishitha00:11–01:12 (02.02)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:48–14:53
Yamaganda08:23–09:28
Gulika Kalam10:33–11:38
Dur Muhurta11:16–11:51, 14:44–15:19
Varjyam09:54–11:42, 01:04–02:51 (02.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:23–08:47

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, shavinggood 08:23–08:47
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 08:23–08:47
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:23–08:54, 09:37–10:18, 11:13–14:24

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashwini until 14:24, Bharani from 14:24; tithi Shukla-saptami until 08:47, Shukla-ashtami from 08:47; lagna Makara 08:23, Kumbha 08:54, Mina 09:37, Mesha 10:18, Vrishabha 11:13, Mithuna 12:47, Karka 15:17

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 14:24) — joy; Bharani (from 14:24) — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 08:47–17:03: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

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

Auspicious time ends by 14:24

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:23–14:24+2 Yoga Shubha 08:23–02:32 (02.02)+1 Anandadi: Manasa 08:23–14:24+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:23–14:24+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:23–08:470 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:47–08:21 (02.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 14:24–08:21 (02.02)−1 Ashtami 08:47–08:21 (02.02)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:47–22:00−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:47–08:21 (02.02)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 08:23

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
PeriodMagha Gupta Navaratri, day 9
FestivalsMasik Durgashtami

At sunrise 08:21

Tithi8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 11:07 more
NakshatraBharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 17:04 more
YogaShukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 02:56 (03.02) more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 11:07 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 11:07tithi Shukla-navami
from 11:07karana Balava
from 17:04nakshatra Krittika
from 00:04 (03.02)karana Kaulava
from 02:56 (03.02)yoga Brahma

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:40
Sunrise08:21
Noon12:43
Sunset17:05
End of twilight17:46
Moonrise10:52
Moonset02:13
Day length8 h 44 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:07from 17:04

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (08:21–17:04) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (17:04–17:05) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Masik Durgashtami · Durga

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:47 (01.02)–11:07
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

  • Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 9

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 17:04–08:19 (03.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:21–11:07 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:07–08:19 (03.02) Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 17:04–08:19 (03.02)

Anandadi: Chhatra 17:04–08:19 (03.02) Anandadi: Mudgara 08:21–17:04

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:18–07:19
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:00
Vijaya Muhurta14:10–14:45
Godhuli17:05–17:36
Pradosha17:05–20:08
Nishitha00:12–01:12 (03.02)
Amrita Kalam11:44–13:31

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:37–12:43
Yamaganda14:54–16:00
Gulika Kalam09:26–10:32
Dur Muhurta10:06–10:41, 13:00–13:35
Varjyam06:07–07:51 (03.02)

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 08:21–08:50, 09:33–10:14, 11:09–17:05

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Bharani until 17:04, Krittika from 17:04; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 11:07, Shukla-navami from 11:07; lagna Makara 08:21, Kumbha 08:50, Mina 09:33, Mesha 10:14, Vrishabha 11:09, Mithuna 12:43, Karka 15:13

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 17:04) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 17:04) — consumption (a wasting disease); Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Shukla-ashtami 08:21–11:07: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Shukla-navami 11:07–17:05: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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 Yoga Shukla 08:21–02:56 (03.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 17:04–08:19 (03.02)0 Anandadi: Chhatra 17:04–08:19 (03.02)0 Ravi Yoga 17:04–08:19 (03.02)−1 Anandadi: Mudgara 08:21–17:04−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:21–17:04−1 Rikta tithi 11:07–08:19 (03.02)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:21–11:07−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:07–08:19 (03.02)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 08:21

SummaryFavourable day — Yoga Brahma, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — after 12:52
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsMadhva Navami

At sunrise 08:19

Tithi9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 12:52 more
NakshatraKrittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 19:09 more
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 02:49 (04.02) more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 12:52 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 12:52tithi Shukla-dashami
from 12:52karana Taitila
from 19:09nakshatra Rohini
from 01:28 (04.02)karana Gara
from 02:49 (04.02)yoga Indra

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:38
Sunrise08:19
Noon12:43
Sunset17:07
End of twilight17:48
Moonrise11:07
Moonset03:32
Day length8 h 48 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:52

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, Krittika (08:19–17:07) is good for root crops.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Madhva Navami · Madhvacharya

The day of the departure of Madhvacharya, founder of the Dvaita Vedanta school; especially revered by followers of Madhva in Karnataka.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 11:07 (02.02)–12:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:19–12:52 Ravi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 19:09–08:17 (04.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 19:09–08:17 (04.02)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:19–12:52 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:52–08:17 (04.02)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:19–19:09 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 19:09–08:17 (04.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:17–07:18
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:11–14:46
Godhuli17:07–17:38
Pradosha17:07–20:09
Nishitha00:12–01:12 (04.02)
Amrita Kalam16:33–18:17

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:31–11:37
Yamaganda13:49–14:55
Gulika Kalam08:19–09:25
Dur Muhurta08:19–08:54, 08:54–09:29
Varjyamnone on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:52–17:07

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 12:52–17:07
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 12:52–17:07
Bathing, washing hairaverage 12:52–17:07

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-navami until 12:52, Shukla-dashami from 12:52; lagna Makara 08:19, Kumbha 08:46, Mina 09:29, Mesha 10:10, Vrishabha 11:05, Mithuna 12:39, Karka 15:09

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — consumption (a wasting disease); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Shukla-navami 08:19–12:52: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 12:52

+2 Yoga Brahma 08:19–02:49 (04.02)+2 Ravi Yoga all day+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:19–12:52+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 08:19–19:090 Auspicious tithi 12:52–08:17 (04.02)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 08:19–12:52 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:52–08:17 (04.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 08:19–12:52

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 08:19

SummaryBest day — Yoga Indra, Ravi Yoga
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 08:17

Tithi10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 13:52 more
NakshatraRohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 20:29 more
YogaIndra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 02:05 (05.02) more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 13:52 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 13:52tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 13:52karana Vanija
from 20:29nakshatra Mrigashirsha
from 02:03 (05.02)karana Vishti
from 02:05 (05.02)yoga Vaidhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:37
Sunrise08:17
Noon12:43
Sunset17:10
End of twilight17:50
Moonrise11:29
Moonset04:53
Day length8 h 52 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 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, Rohini (08:17–17:10) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:17–20:29

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 13:52–20:29 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:52–08:15 (05.02)

Anandadi: Prajapati 08:17–20:29 Anandadi: Saumya 20:29–08:15 (05.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 02:03–08:50 (05.02); Bhadra Puchha 06:46–07:58 (05.02); Bhadra Mukha 07:58–09:59 (05.02)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 13:27–14:16

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:16–07:16
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:12–14:48
Godhuli17:10–17:40
Pradosha17:10–20:11
Nishitha00:12–01:12 (05.02)
Amrita Kalam17:06–18:47

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:03–17:10
Yamaganda12:43–13:50
Gulika Kalam14:56–16:03
Dur Muhurta15:59–16:34
Varjyam12:02–13:43, 02:12–03:50 (05.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average throughout the daytime

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

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

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Shukla-dashami until 13:52, Shukla-ekadashi from 13:52; lagna Makara 08:17, Kumbha 08:42, Mina 09:25, Mesha 10:07, Vrishabha 11:02, Mithuna 12:35, Karka 15:05

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Sunday — physical well-being.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.

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.

+2 Yoga Indra 08:17–02:05 (05.02)+2 Ravi Yoga 08:17–20:29+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 08:17–20:29+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:17–20:29+1 Auspicious tithi 08:17–13:520 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 13:52–20:29 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:52–08:15 (05.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:17

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Krakacha Yoga
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsJaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi)

At sunrise 08:15

Tithi11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 14:01 more
NakshatraMrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 20:59 more
YogaVaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 00:41 (06.02) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:01 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 14:01tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 14:01karana Bava
from 20:59nakshatra Ardra
from 00:41 (06.02)yoga Vishkambha
from 01:46 (06.02)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:35
Sunrise08:15
Noon12:43
Sunset17:12
End of twilight17:52
Moonrise12:05
Moonset06:10
Day length8 h 57 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 14:01

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (08:15–17:12) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:15–14:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Jaya Ekadashi (Bhaimi) · Vishnu

The Ekadashi of the bright half of Magha. According to the Puranas, the fast frees one from lower states of existence — the fate of pishacha ghosts; Vishnu is worshipped.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 13:52 (04.02)–14:01
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 08:13–10:01 (06.02)

Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:15–20:59 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:15–20:59

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:15–14:01 Krakacha Yoga 08:15–14:01 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:01–08:13 (06.02)

Anandadi: Ananda 08:15–20:59 Anandadi: Kaladanda 20:59–08:13 (06.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 02:03–14:01; Bhadra Puchha 06:46–07:58; Bhadra Mukha 07:58–09:59

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:14–07:14
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:13–14:49
Godhuli17:12–17:42
Pradosha17:12–20:12
Nishitha00:12–01:12 (06.02)
Amrita Kalam12:00–13:38

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:22–10:29
Yamaganda11:36–12:43
Gulika Kalam13:50–14:58
Dur Muhurta13:01–13:37, 14:49–15:24
Varjyam05:16–06:51 (06.02)

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 08:15–08:38, 09:21–10:03, 10:58–17:12

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 14:01, Shukla-dvadashi from 14:01; lagna Makara 08:15, Kumbha 08:38, Mina 09:21, Mesha 10:03, Vrishabha 10:58, Mithuna 12:31, Karka 15:01

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:

  • Vaidhriti 08:15–17:12: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

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

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:15–20:59+1 Anandadi: Ananda 08:15–20:59+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:15–20:59+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:15–14:010 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:15–14:01 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:01–08:13 (06.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Surya Dagdha tithi 14:01–08:13 (06.02)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:15–14:01−3 Krakacha Yoga 08:15–14:01−3 Vaidhriti 08:15–00:41 (06.02)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 08:15

SummaryUnfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsBhauma Pradosha

At sunrise 08:13

Tithi12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 13:19 more
NakshatraArdra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 20:40 more
YogaVishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 22:38 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 13:19 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 13:19tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 13:19karana Kaulava
from 20:40nakshatra Punarvasu
from 22:38yoga Priti
from 00:39 (07.02)karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:33
Sunrise08:13
Noon12:43
Sunset17:14
End of twilight17:54
Moonrise13:00
Moonset07:15
Day length9 h 01 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:19

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Festivals and periods

Bhauma Pradosha · Shiva

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

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:14–20:13
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:19–08:11 (07.02) Ravi Yoga 20:40–08:11 (07.02)

Yamaghanta 08:13–20:40

Anandadi: Chara 08:13–20:40 Anandadi: Sthira 20:40–08:11 (07.02)

  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvadashi

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:13–07:13
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:01
Vijaya Muhurta14:14–14:50
Godhuli17:14–17:44
Pradosha17:14–20:13
Nishitha00:12–01:12 (07.02)
Amrita Kalam10:48–12:22

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam14:59–16:06
Yamaganda10:28–11:36
Gulika Kalam12:43–13:51
Dur Muhurta10:01–10:37, 23:13–00:12 (07.02)
Varjyam08:08–09:40 (07.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:19–17:14

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 13:19–17:14
Cutting fingernailsbad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenailsaverage 13:19–17:14
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:13–08:34, 09:17–09:59, 10:54–17:14

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 13:19, Shukla-triodashi from 13:19; lagna Makara 08:13, Kumbha 08:34, Mina 09:17, Mesha 09:59, Vrishabha 10:54, Mithuna 12:27, Karka 14:57

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −5

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

Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta

+1 Anandadi: Chara 08:13–20:400 Auspicious tithi 13:19–08:11 (07.02)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:19–08:11 (07.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 08:13–13:19−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:13–20:40−3 Yamaghanta 08:13–20:40

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 08:13

SummaryFavourable day — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 11:49
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 08:11

Tithi13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 11:49 more
NakshatraPunarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 19:37 more
YogaPriti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 20:00 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 11:49 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 11:49tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 11:49karana Gara
from 19:37nakshatra Pushya
from 20:00yoga Ayushman
from 22:49karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:31
Sunrise08:11
Noon12:43
Sunset17:16
End of twilight17:56
Moonrise14:17
Moonset08:03
Day length9 h 05 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:49

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (08:11–17:16) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 11:49–17:16: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 08:11–19:37 Ravi Yoga 01:18–08:09 (08.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:11–11:49

Anandadi: Matanga 19:37–08:09 (08.02) Anandadi: Gada 08:11–19:37

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:11–07:11
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:14–14:51
Godhuli17:16–17:46
Pradosha17:16–20:15
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (08.02)
Amrita Kalam17:19–18:51

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:43–13:52
Yamaganda09:19–10:27
Gulika Kalam11:35–12:43
Dur Muhurta12:25–13:02
Varjyam08:08–09:40, 03:04–04:33 (08.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:11–08:30, 09:13–09:55, 10:50–11:49

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 08:11–08:30, 09:13–09:55, 10:50–11:49
Cutting fingernailsaverage 08:11–11:49
Cutting toenailsgood 08:11–08:30, 09:13–09:55, 10:50–11:49
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:11–08:30, 09:13–09:55, 10:50–11:49

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Punarvasu; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 11:49, Shukla-chaturdashi from 11:49; lagna Makara 08:11, Kumbha 08:30, Mina 09:13, Mesha 09:55, Vrishabha 10:50, Mithuna 12:23, Karka 14:53

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:

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 11:49–17:16: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time ends by 11:49

+2 Ravi Yoga 08:11–19:37+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:11–19:37+1 Yoga Priti 08:11–20:00+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:11–11:490 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:11–11:49 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Gada 08:11–19:37−1 Rikta tithi 11:49–08:09 (08.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 08:11

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi
MonthMagha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsThaipusam · Magha Purnima (Maghi)

At sunrise 08:09

Tithi14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 09:41 more
NakshatraPushya, pada 3 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 17:58 more
YogaAyushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 16:52 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 09:41 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 09:41tithi Purnima (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 09:41karana Vishti
from 16:52yoga Saubhagya
from 17:58nakshatra Ashlesha
from 20:24karana Bava
from 07:02 (09.02)tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 07:02 (09.02)karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:29
Sunrise08:09
Noon12:43
Sunset17:18
End of twilight17:58
Moonrise15:49
Moonset08:33
Day length9 h 09 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:41

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (08:09–17:18) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:41–17:18: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Shukla-chaturdashi 08:09–09:41: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Festivals and periods

Thaipusam · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

A festival of Murugan on the day of Pushya nakshatra in the Tamil month of Thai, usually at the full moon: pilgrims carry kavadi and pots of milk in fulfilment of vows. According to legend, on this day Parvati gave Murugan his spear, the Vel.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, 08:09–17:58
of the two days with this nakshatra, the one nearest the full moon is chosen

Magha Purnima (Maghi) · Chandra (the Moon)

The full moon of Magha: the end of Magha Snana, holy bath and generous charity; Ravidas Jayanti, Lalita Jayanti.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:41–07:02 (09.02)
the kshaya tithi does not touch sunrise — the festival is on the day it begins

Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:09–17:58 Guru Pushya Yoga 08:09–17:58 Ravi Yoga 08:09–17:58 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:09–17:58 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:41–07:02 (09.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–09:41

Anandadi: Shubha 08:09–17:58 Anandadi: Amrita 17:58–08:07 (09.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 09:41–20:24; Bhadra Puchha 16:37–17:41; Bhadra Mukha 17:41–19:28
  • Gandanta (tithi): 06:40–07:23 (09.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:10–07:09
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:15–14:52
Godhuli17:18–17:48
Pradosha17:18–20:16
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (09.02)
Amrita Kalam12:00–13:30

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:52–15:01
Yamaganda08:09–09:17
Gulika Kalam10:26–11:35
Dur Muhurta11:12–11:49, 14:52–15:28
Varjyam05:39–07:07 (09.02)

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 08:09–08:26, 09:09–17:18

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 09:41, Purnima from 09:41; lagna Makara 08:09, Kumbha 08:26, Mina 09:09, Mesha 09:51, Vrishabha 10:46, Mithuna 12:19, Karka 14:49

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

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

  • Shukla-chaturdashi 08:09–09:41: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Purnima 09:41–17:18: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Bhadra on earth 09:41–17:18: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +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: Bhadra on earth, Kshaya tithi

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 08:09–17:58+2 Pushya 08:09–17:58+2 Ravi Yoga 08:09–17:58+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:41–07:02 (09.02)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 08:09–17:58+1 Yoga Ayushman 08:09–16:52+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:09–09:41 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Rikta tithi 08:09–09:41−3 Bhadra on earth 09:41–20:24

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 08:09

SummaryUnfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 08:07

Tithi1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 04:03 (10.02) more
NakshatraAshlesha, pada 3 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 15:53 more
Gandamula
YogaSaubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 13:24 more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 17:34 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 13:24yoga Shobhana
from 15:53nakshatra Magha
from 17:34karana Kaulava
from 04:03 (10.02)tithi Krishna-dvitya
from 04:03 (10.02)karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:27
Sunrise08:07
Noon12:43
Sunset17:21
End of twilight18:00
Moonrise17:27
Moonset08:54
Day length9 h 14 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)07:02

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 15:53

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (15:53–17:21) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:07–04:03 (10.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:03–08:04 (10.02)

Anandadi: Mrityu 08:07–15:53 Anandadi: Kana 15:53–08:04 (10.02)

  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 10:26–21:19
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:08–07:07
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:16–14:53
Godhuli17:21–17:50
Pradosha17:21–20:17
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (10.02)
Amrita Kalam14:25–15:53

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:34–12:44
Yamaganda15:02–16:11
Gulika Kalam09:16–10:25
Dur Muhurta09:57–10:34, 13:02–13:39
Varjyam02:43–04:10 (10.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:07–08:22, 09:05–09:47, 10:42–17:21

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 08:07–08:22, 09:05–09:47, 10:42–17:21
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:07–08:22, 09:05–09:47, 10:42–17:21
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:07–08:22, 09:05–09:47, 10:42–17:21

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 15:53, Magha from 15:53; tithi Krishna-pratipat; lagna Makara 08:07, Kumbha 08:22, Mina 09:05, Mesha 09:47, Vrishabha 10:42, Mithuna 12:15, Karka 14:45

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 15:53) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 15:53) — 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.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −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: Mrityu

+1 Yoga Saubhagya 08:07–13:24+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:07–04:03 (10.02)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:07–04:03 (10.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:07–15:53−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 08:07–15:53

Panchanga at sunrise 08:07

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Yoga Shobhana; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 08:04

Tithi2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 00:55 (11.02) more
NakshatraMagha, pada 3 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 13:33 more
Gandamula
YogaShobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 09:41 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 14:29 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 09:41yoga Atiganda
from 13:33nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 14:29karana Gara
from 00:55 (11.02)tithi Krishna-tritya
from 00:55 (11.02)karana Vanija
from 05:54 (11.02)yoga Sukarma

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:25
Sunrise08:04
Noon12:43
Sunset17:23
End of twilight18:02
Moonrise19:05
Moonset09:07
Day length9 h 18 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 13:33

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (08:04–13:33) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (13:33–17:23) is good for root crops.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Padma 08:04–13:33 Anandadi: Lumbaka 13:33–08:02 (11.02)

  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:07–07:05
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:17–14:54
Godhuli17:23–17:52
Pradosha17:23–20:19
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (11.02)
Amrita Kalam11:23–12:49, 05:22–06:49 (11.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:24–11:34
Yamaganda13:53–15:03
Gulika Kalam08:04–09:14
Dur Muhurta08:04–08:42, 08:42–09:19
Varjyam20:44–22:11

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 09:02–09:43, 10:38–17:23

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha until 13:33, Purva-Phalguni from 13:33; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Makara 08:04, Kumbha 08:18, Mina 09:02, Mesha 09:43, Vrishabha 10:38, Mithuna 12:11, Karka 14:41

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 13:33) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 13:33) — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • 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 Anandadi: Padma 08:04–13:33+1 Yoga Shobhana 08:04–09:41+1 Auspicious tithi 08:04–00:55 (11.02)0 Yoga Atiganda 09:41–11:430 Anandadi: Lumbaka 13:33–08:02 (11.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:04–13:33

Panchanga at sunrise 08:04

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 08:02

Tithi3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 21:47 more
NakshatraPurva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 11:08 more
YogaSukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 02:08 (12.02) more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 11:20 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 11:08nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 11:20karana Vishti
from 21:47tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 21:47karana Bava
from 02:08 (12.02)yoga Dhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:23
Sunrise08:02
Noon12:43
Sunset17:25
End of twilight18:04
Moonrise20:40
Moonset09:18
Day length9 h 22 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 11:08

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (08:02–11:08) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (11:08–17:25) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:20–17:25: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:08–08:00 (12.02)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 11:08–21:47 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:47–08:00 (12.02)

Anandadi: Chhatra 08:02–11:08 Anandadi: Mitra 11:08–08:00 (12.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 11:20–16:32
  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 16:32–21:47; Bhadra Puchha 18:08–19:10; Bhadra Mukha 19:10–20:55

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:05–07:04
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:17–14:55
Godhuli17:25–17:54
Pradosha17:25–20:20
Nishitha00:13–01:12 (12.02)
Amrita Kalam02:17–03:44 (12.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:15–17:25
Yamaganda12:44–13:54
Gulika Kalam15:04–16:15
Dur Muhurta16:10–16:47
Varjyam17:38–19:04

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:58–09:39, 10:34–11:20, 16:32–17:25

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 08:58–09:39, 10:34–11:20, 16:32–17:25
Cutting fingernailsaverage 16:32–17:25
Cutting toenailsaverage 08:58–09:39, 10:34–11:20, 16:32–17:25
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:58–09:39, 10:34–17:25

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 11:08, Uttara-Phalguni from 11:08; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Makara 08:02, Kumbha 08:14, Mina 08:58, Mesha 09:39, Vrishabha 10:34, Mithuna 12:07, Karka 14:37

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 11:08) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 11:08) — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

  • Bhadra on earth 11:20–16:32: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 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.

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:08–08:00 (12.02)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 08:02–11:08+1 Yoga Sukarma 08:02–02:08 (12.02)+1 Auspicious tithi 08:02–21:47+1 Auspicious nakshatra 11:08–08:00 (12.02)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 11:08–21:47 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 08:02–11:08−3 Bhadra on earth 11:20–16:32

Panchanga at sunrise 08:02

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Dhriti; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Vajra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsSankashti Chaturthi (Dwijapriya)

At sunrise 08:00

Tithi4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 18:48 more
NakshatraUttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 08:47 more
YogaDhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 22:31 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 08:16 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 08:16karana Balava
from 08:47nakshatra Hasta
from 18:48tithi Krishna-panchami
from 18:48karana Kaulava
from 22:31yoga Shula
from 05:24 (13.02)karana Taitila
from 06:40 (13.02)nakshatra Chitra

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:21
Sunrise08:00
Noon12:43
Sunset17:27
End of twilight18:06
Moonrise22:14
Moonset09:27
Day length9 h 27 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:47

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (08:00–08:47) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (08:47–17:27) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Sankashti Chaturthi (Dwijapriya) · 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, 22:14
the tithi does not cover the decisive time on either day — the following day is chosen

Muhurta

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 06:40–07:58 (13.02)

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:00–08:47 Anandadi: Vajra 08:47–06:40 (13.02) Anandadi: Mudgara 06:40–07:58 (13.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:03–07:02
Abhijit Muhurta12:25–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta14:18–14:56
Godhuli17:27–17:56
Pradosha17:27–20:21
Nishitha00:13–01:11 (13.02)
Amrita Kalam01:12–02:40 (13.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam09:11–10:22
Yamaganda11:33–12:44
Gulika Kalam13:54–15:05
Dur Muhurta13:02–13:40, 14:56–15:34
Varjyam16:27–17:54

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 Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 08:47, Hasta from 08:47; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Makara 08:00, Kumbha 08:10, Mina 08:54, Mesha 09:35, Vrishabha 10:30, Mithuna 12:04, Karka 14:33

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 08:47) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 08:47) — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

  • Krishna-chaturti 08:00–17:27: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 08:00–08:47+1 Yoga Dhriti 08:00–22:31+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 08:00–08:47−1 Anandadi: Vajra 08:47–06:40 (13.02)−2 Rikta tithi 08:00–18:48

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

Panchanga at sunrise 08:00

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious tithi; cons: Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 07:58

Tithi5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 16:06 more
NakshatraChitra, pada 1 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 04:53 (14.02) more
YogaShula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 19:09 more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 16:06 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 16:06tithi Krishna-shashti
from 16:06karana Gara
from 19:09yoga Ganda
from 02:53 (14.02)karana Vanija
from 04:53 (14.02)nakshatra Swati

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:19
Sunrise07:58
Noon12:43
Sunset17:29
End of twilight18:08
Moonrise23:47
Moonset09:36
Day length9 h 31 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 16:06

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, Chitra (07:58–17:29) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:53–07:56 (14.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:58–16:06 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:06–07:56 (14.02)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:53–07:56 (14.02) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:58–04:53 (14.02)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 15:44–16:27

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:02–07:00
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:19–14:57
Godhuli17:29–17:58
Pradosha17:29–20:23
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (14.02)
Amrita Kalam22:57–00:26 (14.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:06–16:18
Yamaganda10:21–11:32
Gulika Kalam12:44–13:55
Dur Muhurta09:52–10:30, 23:16–00:14 (14.02)
Varjyam14:04–15:33

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 Tuesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Krishna-panchami until 16:06, Krishna-shashti from 16:06; lagna Makara 07:58, Kumbha 08:06, Mina 08:50, Mesha 09:31, Vrishabha 10:26, Mithuna 12:00, Karka 14:29, Simha 17:28

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

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:58–04:53 (14.02)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:58–16:060 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:06–07:56 (14.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 07:58–04:53 (14.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:58–16:06

Panchanga at sunrise 07:58

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Sankranti day, Anandadi: Dhumra
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsKumbha Sankranti

At sunrise 07:56

Tithi6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 13:45 more
NakshatraSwati, pada 1 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 03:30 (15.02) more
YogaGanda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 16:05 more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 13:45 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Makara (Capricorn), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 13:45tithi Krishna-saptami
from 13:45karana Vishti
from 16:05yoga Vriddhi
from 00:45 (15.02)karana Bava
from 03:30 (15.02)nakshatra Vishakha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:17
Sunrise07:56
Noon12:43
Sunset17:31
End of twilight18:10
Moonrisenone
Moonset09:46
Day length9 h 35 min

Sky

Kumbha Sankranti15:24 — the Sun enters Kumbha (Aquarius)

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 13:45

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (07:56–17:31) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:45–17:31: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Kumbha Sankranti · Surya

The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Aquarius. Punya Kala (the time for holy bath, charity and tarpana) — before the moment of entry.

Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 09:00–15:24
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:56–03:30 (15.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:45–07:53 (15.02)

Anandadi: Prajapati 03:30–07:53 (15.02) Anandadi: Dhumra 07:56–03:30 (15.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 13:45–00:45 (15.02); Bhadra Puchha 18:11–19:17; Bhadra Mukha 19:17–21:07

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta06:00–06:58
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:19–14:58
Godhuli17:31–18:00
Pradosha17:31–20:24
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (15.02)
Amrita Kalam19:12–20:43

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:44–13:55
Yamaganda09:08–10:20
Gulika Kalam11:32–12:44
Dur Muhurta12:24–13:03
Varjyam10:09–11:40

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 08:46–09:27, 10:22–17:24

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-shashti until 13:45, Krishna-saptami from 13:45; lagna Makara 07:56, Kumbha 08:02, Mina 08:46, Mesha 09:27, Vrishabha 10:22, Mithuna 11:56, Karka 14:25, Simha 17:24

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

  • Sankranti at 15:24 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2

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

Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day

+2 Ravi Yoga 07:56–03:30 (15.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:56–03:30 (15.02)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:45–07:53 (15.02)0 Yoga Vriddhi 16:05–07:53 (15.02)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 13:45–00:45 (15.02)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 07:56–03:30 (15.02)−1 Sankranti day

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:56

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsKalashtami

At sunrise 07:53

Tithi7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 11:51 more
NakshatraVishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 02:33 (16.02) more
YogaVriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 13:22 more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 11:51 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 11:51tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 11:51karana Balava
from 13:22yoga Dhruva
from 23:04karana Kaulava
from 02:33 (16.02)nakshatra Anuradha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:15
Sunrise07:53
Noon12:43
Sunset17:34
End of twilight18:12
Moonrise01:21
Moonset09:58
Day length9 h 40 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 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, Vishakha (07:53–17:34) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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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, 17:34–20:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:33–07:51 (16.02)

Krakacha Yoga 11:51–07:51 (16.02) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:51–07:51 (16.02)

Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:53–02:33 (16.02) Anandadi: Ananda 02:33–07:51 (16.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:58–06:56
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:20–14:59
Godhuli17:34–18:02
Pradosha17:34–20:25
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (16.02)
Amrita Kalam18:06–19:38

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:56–15:09
Yamaganda07:53–09:06
Gulika Kalam10:18–11:31
Dur Muhurta11:07–11:45, 14:59–15:38
Varjyam08:52–10:25, 06:28–08:02 (16.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:53–11:51

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 07:53–11:51
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 07:53–11:51
Bathing, washing hairaverage 07:53–17:20

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-saptami until 11:51, Krishna-ashtami from 11:51; lagna Makara 07:53, Kumbha 07:59, Mina 08:42, Mesha 09:23, Vrishabha 10:18, Mithuna 11:52, Karka 14:22, Simha 17:20

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha — loss of money; Thursday — success.

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 11:51–17:34: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 07:53–02:33 (16.02)+1 Yoga Vriddhi 07:53–13:22+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Ashtami 11:51–07:51 (16.02)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 11:51–07:51 (16.02)−3 Krakacha Yoga 11:51–07:51 (16.02)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:53

SummaryFavourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — until 10:23
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 07:51

Tithi8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 10:23 more
NakshatraAnuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 02:03 (17.02) more
YogaDhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 11:01 more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 10:23 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 10:23tithi Krishna-navami
from 10:23karana Taitila
from 11:01yoga Vyaghata
from 21:50karana Gara
from 02:03 (17.02)nakshatra Jyestha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:13
Sunrise07:51
Noon12:43
Sunset17:36
End of twilight18:14
Moonrise02:55
Moonset10:16
Day length9 h 44 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:23

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (07:51–17:36) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:51–02:03 (17.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:51–10:23 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:23–07:49 (17.02) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 02:03–07:49 (17.02)

Anandadi: Chara 02:03–07:49 (17.02) Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:51–02:03 (17.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:57–06:54
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:21–15:00
Godhuli17:36–18:04
Pradosha17:36–20:26
Nishitha00:14–01:11 (17.02)
Amrita Kalam15:52–17:26

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:30–12:43
Yamaganda15:10–16:23
Gulika Kalam09:04–10:17
Dur Muhurta09:48–10:27, 13:03–13:42
Varjyam06:28–08:02, 07:38–09:14 (17.02)

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 08:38–09:19

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 10:23, Krishna-navami from 10:23; lagna Makara 07:51, Kumbha 07:55, Mina 08:38, Mesha 09:19, Vrishabha 10:14, Mithuna 11:48, Karka 14:18, Simha 17:17

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

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

  • Krishna-ashtami 07:51–10:23: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
  • Krishna-navami 10:23–17:36: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

  • The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
  • Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

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

Auspicious time ends by 10:23

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:51–02:03 (17.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:51–02:03 (17.02)+1 Yoga Dhruva 07:51–11:01+1 Auspicious weekday0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:51–10:23 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:23–07:49 (17.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vyaghata 11:01–14:19−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 07:51–02:03 (17.02)−1 Rikta tithi 10:23–07:49 (17.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:51

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 07:49

Tithi9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 09:23 more
NakshatraJyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 01:59 (18.02) more
Gandamula
YogaVyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 09:01 more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 09:23 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 09:01yoga Harshana
from 09:23tithi Krishna-dashami
from 09:23karana Vanija
from 21:03karana Vishti
from 01:59 (18.02)nakshatra Mula
from 07:22 (18.02)yoga Vajra

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:11
Sunrise07:49
Noon12:43
Sunset17:38
End of twilight18:16
Moonrise04:24
Moonset10:42
Day length9 h 49 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:23

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (07:49–17:38) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:49–09:23

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:23–07:46 (18.02)

Anandadi: Musala 07:49–01:59 (18.02) Anandadi: Gada 01:59–07:46 (18.02)

  • Bhadra in heaven: 21:03–01:59 (18.02); Bhadra Puchha 22:52–00:02 (18.02); Bhadra Mukha 00:02–02:00 (18.02)
  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:59–08:50 (18.02); Bhadra Mukha 00:02–02:00 (18.02)
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:58–08:03 (18.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:55–06:52
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:22–15:01
Godhuli17:38–18:06
Pradosha17:38–20:28
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (18.02)
Amrita Kalam17:13–18:49

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:16–11:30
Yamaganda13:57–15:11
Gulika Kalam07:49–09:02
Dur Muhurta07:49–08:28, 08:28–09:07
Varjyam07:38–09:14

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 10:10–17:13

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Krishna-navami until 09:23, Krishna-dashami from 09:23; lagna Makara 07:49, Kumbha 07:51, Mina 08:34, Mesha 09:15, Vrishabha 10:10, Mithuna 11:44, Karka 14:14, Simha 17:13

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

  • Krishna-navami 07:49–09:23: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

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.

+1 Yoga Harshana 09:01–07:22 (18.02)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:49–09:23−1 Anandadi: Musala 07:49–01:59 (18.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:49–01:59 (18.02)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:23–07:46 (18.02)−2 Rikta tithi 07:49–09:23

Panchanga at sunrise 07:49

SummaryFavourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; auspicious time — after 08:50
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 07:46

Tithi10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 08:50 more
NakshatraMula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 02:21 (19.02) more
Gandamula
YogaVajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 06:03 (19.02) more
KaranaVishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 08:50 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:50tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 08:50karana Bava
from 20:42karana Balava
from 02:21 (19.02)nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 06:03 (19.02)yoga Siddhi

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:08
Sunrise07:46
Noon12:43
Sunset17:40
End of twilight18:18
Moonrise05:42
Moonset11:23
Day length9 h 53 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:50

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, Mula (07:46–17:40) is good for sowing, for root crops.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 07:46–08:50: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:46–02:21 (19.02) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:46–02:21 (19.02)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:50–07:44 (19.02)

Anandadi: Siddhi 07:46–02:21 (19.02) Anandadi: Shubha 02:21–07:44 (19.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 01:59–08:50; Bhadra Mukha 00:02–02:00
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:58 (17.02)–08:03
  • Gandanta (tithi): 08:26–09:14
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:53–06:50
Abhijit Muhurta12:24–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:22–15:02
Godhuli17:40–18:08
Pradosha17:40–20:29
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (19.02)
Amrita Kalam19:51–21:28

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:26–17:40
Yamaganda12:43–13:58
Gulika Kalam15:12–16:26
Dur Muhurta16:21–17:01
Varjyam00:43–02:21 (19.02)

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 08:30–09:11, 10:07–17:09

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-dashami until 08:50, Krishna-ekadashi from 08:50; lagna Kumbha 07:46, Mina 08:30, Mesha 09:11, Vrishabha 10:07, Mithuna 11:40, Karka 14:10, Simha 17:09

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

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +3

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

Auspicious time begins after 08:50

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:46–02:21 (19.02)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 07:46–02:21 (19.02)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:46–02:21 (19.02)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:50–07:44 (19.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Vajra 07:46–08:300 Vishti (Bhadra) 07:46–08:50−1 Gandanta 07:46–08:03−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:46–02:21 (19.02)

Panchanga at sunrise 07:46

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Anandadi: Utpata, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsVijaya Ekadashi

At sunrise 07:44

Tithi11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 08:41 more
NakshatraPurva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 03:06 (20.02) more
YogaSiddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 05:02 (20.02) more
KaranaBalava (movable) · until 08:41 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:41tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 08:41karana Kaulava
from 20:46karana Taitila
from 03:06 (20.02)nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 05:02 (20.02)yoga Vyatipata

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:06
Sunrise07:44
Noon12:43
Sunset17:42
End of twilight18:20
Moonrise06:42
Moonset12:21
Day length9 h 58 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 08:41

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, Purva-Ashadha (07:44–17:42) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Vijaya Ekadashi · Vishnu

The Ekadashi of the dark half of Magha (Phalguna in North India). “Bestower of victory”: according to legend, Rama observed it before crossing to Lanka.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:50 (18.02)–08:41
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 07:42–08:57 (20.02)

Muhurta

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:44–08:41 Krakacha Yoga 07:44–08:41 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:41–07:42 (20.02)

Anandadi: Utpata 07:44–03:06 (20.02) Anandadi: Mrityu 03:06–07:42 (20.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:52–06:48
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:23–15:03
Godhuli17:42–18:10
Pradosha17:42–20:30
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (20.02)
Amrita Kalam22:09–23:48

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:59–10:14
Yamaganda11:28–12:43
Gulika Kalam13:58–15:13
Dur Muhurta13:03–13:43, 15:03–15:43
Varjyam12:15–13:54

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:26–09:08, 10:03–17:05

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 08:26–09:08, 10:03–17:05
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 08:26–09:08, 10:03–17:05
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:26–09:08, 10:03–17:05

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 08:41, Krishna-dvadashi from 08:41; lagna Kumbha 07:44, Mina 08:26, Mesha 09:08, Vrishabha 10:03, Mithuna 11:36, Karka 14:06, Simha 17:05

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −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 Siddhi 07:44–05:02 (20.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:44–08:410 Krakacha Yoga 07:44–08:41−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:44–03:06 (20.02)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:41–07:42 (20.02)−3 Anandadi: Utpata 07:44–03:06 (20.02)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:44

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsBhauma Pradosha

At sunrise 07:42

Tithi12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 08:57 more
NakshatraUttara-Ashadha, pada 1 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 04:13 (21.02) more
YogaVyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 04:20 (21.02) more
KaranaTaitila (movable) · until 08:57 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 08:57tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 08:57karana Gara
from 21:13karana Vanija
from 04:13 (21.02)nakshatra Shravana
from 04:20 (21.02)yoga Variyana

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:04
Sunrise07:42
Noon12:43
Sunset17:44
End of twilight18:22
Moonrise07:22
Moonset13:36
Day length10 h 02 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 08:57

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (07:42–17:44) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Bhauma Pradosha · Shiva

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

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 17:44–20:31
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 07:42–08:57 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:57–07:39 (21.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:42–04:13 (21.02)

Anandadi: Manasa 07:42–21:54 Anandadi: Padma 21:54–05:55 (21.02) Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:55–07:39 (21.02)

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 Muhurta05:50–06:46
Abhijit Muhurta12:23–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:24–15:04
Godhuli17:44–18:12
Pradosha17:44–20:31
Nishitha00:14–01:10 (21.02)
Amrita Kalam21:31–23:12

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:14–16:29
Yamaganda10:12–11:28
Gulika Kalam12:43–13:58
Dur Muhurta09:42–10:22, 23:18–00:14 (21.02)
Varjyam11:28–13:09

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 08:22–09:04, 09:59–17:01

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 08:57, Krishna-trayodashi from 08:57; lagna Kumbha 07:42, Mina 08:22, Mesha 09:04, Vrishabha 09:59, Mithuna 11:32, Karka 14:02, Simha 17:01

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Vyatipata 07:42–17:44: 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 = −5

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

Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata

+1 Anandadi: Manasa 07:42–21:54+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:42–04:13 (21.02)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:57–07:39 (21.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:42–08:57−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 07:42–04:13 (21.02)−3 Vyatipata 07:42–04:20 (21.02)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:42

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Anandadi: Chhatra, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsMaha Shivaratri

At sunrise 07:39

Tithi13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 09:36 more
NakshatraShravana, pada 1 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 05:44 (22.02) more
YogaVariyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 03:56 (22.02) more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 09:36 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 09:36tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 09:36karana Vishti
from 22:04karana Shakuni
from 03:56 (22.02)yoga Parigha
from 05:44 (22.02)nakshatra Dhanishtha

Sun and Moon

Dawn07:02
Sunrise07:39
Noon12:43
Sunset17:47
End of twilight18:24
Moonrise07:47
Moonset14:57
Day length10 h 07 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 09:36

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 (07:39–17:47) is good for sowing.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:36–17:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 09:36–17:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Maha Shivaratri · Shiva

“The Great Night of Shiva” — the marriage of Shiva and Parvati and the appearance of the fiery lingam. Devotees fast all day, keep vigil at night, perform abhisheka of the lingam in each of the four praharas and offer bilva leaves; the main puja is at midnight (Nishitha).

Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:14–01:09 (22.02)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:39–09:36 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:44–07:37 (22.02)

Anandadi: Chhatra 07:39–05:44 (22.02) Anandadi: Mitra 05:44–07:37 (22.02)

  • Bhadra in the netherworld: 09:36–22:04; Bhadra Mukha 09:36–11:41; Bhadra Puchha 20:52–22:07

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:48–06:44
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:24–15:05
Godhuli17:47–18:14
Pradosha17:47–20:33
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (22.02)
Amrita Kalam18:41–20:23

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:43–13:59
Yamaganda08:55–10:11
Gulika Kalam11:27–12:43
Dur Muhurta12:23–13:03
Varjyam08:28–10:10

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:39–09:36

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 07:39–09:36
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 07:39–09:36
Bathing, washing hairgood 08:18–09:00

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Shravana; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 09:36, Krishna-chaturdashi from 09:36; lagna Kumbha 07:39, Mina 08:18, Mesha 09:00, Vrishabha 09:55, Mithuna 11:28, Karka 13:58, Simha 16:57

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 09:36–17:47: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −1

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

+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 07:39–05:44 (22.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:39–05:44 (22.02)+1 Yoga Variyana 07:39–03:56 (22.02)+1 Auspicious weekday0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:39–09:36−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:36–22:04−2 Krishna Chaturdashi 09:36–07:37 (22.02)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:39

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 07:37

Tithi14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 10:39 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 1 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 07:38 (23.02) more
YogaParigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 03:51 (23.02) more
KaranaShakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 10:39 more
VaraGuru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 10:39tithi Amavasya
from 10:39karana Chatushpada
from 23:19karana Naga
from 03:51 (23.02)yoga Shiva

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:59
Sunrise07:37
Noon12:42
Sunset17:49
End of twilight18:26
Moonrise08:03
Moonset16:20
Day length10 h 11 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 10:39

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

  • Shakuni 07:37–10:39: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
  • Chatushpada 10:39–17:49: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Krishna-chaturdashi 07:37–10:39: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:37–10:39

Anandadi: Shrivatsa all day

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 18:38–18:41 (27.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:46–06:42
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:25–15:06
Godhuli17:49–18:16
Pradosha17:49–20:34
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (23.02)
Amrita Kalam20:25–22:08

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam13:59–15:16
Yamaganda07:37–08:53
Gulika Kalam10:10–11:26
Dur Muhurta11:01–11:42, 15:06–15:46
Varjyam10:03–11:47

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 Dhanishtha; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 10:39, Amavasya from 10:39; lagna Kumbha 07:37, Mina 08:14, Mesha 08:56, Vrishabha 09:51, Mithuna 11:24, Karka 13:54, Simha 16:53

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.

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

  • Krishna-chaturdashi 07:37–10:39: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Amavasya 10:39–17:49: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi

+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Yoga Parigha 07:37–15:54−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:37–10:39−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 07:37–10:39

Panchanga at sunrise 07:37

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Panchaka
MonthMagha (amanta) · Phalguna (purnimanta) more
PakshaKrishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsMagha Amavasya

At sunrise 07:35

Tithi30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 12:06 more
NakshatraDhanishtha, pada 4 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 07:38 more
YogaShiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 04:04 (24.02) more
KaranaNaga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 12:06 more
VaraShukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 07:38nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 12:06tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 12:06karana Kimstughna
from 00:59 (24.02)karana Bava
from 04:04 (24.02)yoga Siddha

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:57
Sunrise07:35
Noon12:42
Sunset17:51
End of twilight18:29
Moonrise08:14
Moonset17:40
Day length10 h 16 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)12:06

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 07:38from 12:06

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (07:38–17:51) is good for sowing.
  • Naga 07:35–12:06: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
  • Kimstughna 12:06–17:51: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Magha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:39 (22.02)–12:06
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:06–07:32 (24.02)

Anandadi: Prajapati 07:35–07:38 Anandadi: Saumya 07:38–07:32 (24.02)

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 18:38 (22.02)–18:41 (27.02)
  • Gandanta (tithi): 11:41–12:32

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:45–06:40
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:25–15:07
Godhuli17:51–18:18
Pradosha17:51–20:35
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (24.02)
Amrita Kalam02:02–03:47 (24.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam11:26–12:43
Yamaganda15:17–16:34
Gulika Kalam08:52–10:09
Dur Muhurta09:38–10:19, 13:03–13:44
Varjyam15:31–17:16

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 12:06–17:51

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 12:06–17:51
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsaverage 12:06–17:51
Bathing, washing hairaverage throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 07:38, Shatabhisha from 07:38; tithi Amavasya until 12:06, Shukla-pratipat from 12:06; lagna Kumbha 07:35, Mina 08:10, Mesha 08:52, Vrishabha 09:47, Mithuna 11:20, Karka 13:50, Simha 16:49

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 07:38) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 07:38) — gaining strength; Friday — universal respect.

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

  • Amavasya 07:35–12:06: 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).
  • Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2

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

Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:06–07:32 (24.02)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 07:38–07:32 (24.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:35–07:38+1 Yoga Shiva 07:35–04:04 (24.02)+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Panchaka all day−3 Amavasya 07:35–12:06

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:35

SummaryOrdinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Anandadi: Ananda; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsChandra Darshan

At sunrise 07:32

Tithi1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 13:58 more
NakshatraShatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 09:55 more
YogaSiddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 04:35 (25.02) more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 13:58 more
VaraShani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 09:55nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 13:58tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 13:58karana Balava
from 03:02 (25.02)karana Kaulava
from 04:35 (25.02)yoga Sadhya

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:55
Sunrise07:32
Noon12:42
Sunset17:53
End of twilight18:31
Moonrise08:23
Moonset18:57
Day length10 h 20 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 09:55from 13:58

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (07:32–09:55) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (09:55–17:53) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)

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

Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 17:53–18:57
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 17:53–18:57

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 13:58–07:30 (25.02)

Anandadi: Ananda 07:32–09:55 Anandadi: Kaladanda 09:55–07:30 (25.02)

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 18:38 (22.02)–18:41 (27.02)

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 Muhurta05:43–06:37
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:26–15:07
Godhuli17:53–18:20
Pradosha17:53–20:36
Nishitha00:14–01:09 (25.02)
Amrita Kalam03:42–05:28 (25.02)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam10:07–11:25
Yamaganda14:00–15:18
Gulika Kalam07:32–08:50
Dur Muhurta07:32–08:14, 08:14–08:55
Varjyam17:02–18:48

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:06–08:48, 13:58–16:45

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 08:06–08:48, 13:58–16:45
Cutting fingernailsaverage 08:06–08:48, 13:58–16:45
Cutting toenailsaverage 08:06–08:48
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:06–08:48, 13:58–16:45

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 09:55, Purva-Bhadra from 09:55; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 13:58, Shukla-dvitya from 13:58; lagna Kumbha 07:32, Mina 08:06, Mesha 08:48, Vrishabha 09:43, Mithuna 11:16, Karka 13:46, Simha 16:45

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 09:55) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 09:55) — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +1

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

+2 Yoga Siddha 07:32–04:35 (25.02)+1 Anandadi: Ananda 07:32–09:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:32–09:550 Auspicious tithi 13:58–07:30 (25.02)0 Tripushkar Yoga 13:58–07:30 (25.02)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 09:55–07:30 (25.02)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 09:55–07:30 (25.02)−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 07:32

SummaryBest day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; auspicious time — after 12:35
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 07:30

Tithi2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 16:12 more
NakshatraPurva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 12:35 more
YogaSadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 05:21 (26.02) more
KaranaKaulava (movable) · until 16:12 more
VaraRavi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 12:35nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 16:12tithi Shukla-tritya
from 16:12karana Taitila
from 05:21 (26.02)yoga Shubha
from 05:27 (26.02)karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:52
Sunrise07:30
Noon12:42
Sunset17:55
End of twilight18:33
Moonrise08:30
Moonset20:12
Day length10 h 25 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrisefrom 12:35from 16:12

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (07:30–12:35) is good for root crops.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (12:35–17:55) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 07:30–12:35 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:35–07:27 (26.02)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:12–07:27 (26.02)

Anandadi: Chara 07:30–12:35 Anandadi: Sthira 12:35–07:27 (26.02)

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 18:38 (22.02)–18:41 (27.02)

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 Muhurta05:41–06:35
Abhijit Muhurta12:22–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:27–15:08
Godhuli17:55–18:22
Pradosha17:55–20:38
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (26.02)
Amrita Kalamnone on this day

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam16:37–17:55
Yamaganda12:42–14:01
Gulika Kalam15:19–16:37
Dur Muhurta16:32–17:13
Varjyam23:22–01:09 (26.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 08:03–08:44, 09:39–17:55

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

Cutting hair, shavingaverage 08:03–08:44, 09:39–17:55
Cutting fingernailsaverage 08:03–08:44, 09:39–17:55
Cutting toenailsaverage 12:35–17:55
Bathing, washing hairaverage 08:03–08:44, 09:39–17:55

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 12:35, Uttara-Bhadra from 12:35; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 16:12, Shukla-tritya from 16:12; lagna Kumbha 07:30, Mina 08:03, Mesha 08:44, Vrishabha 09:39, Mithuna 11:12, Karka 13:42, Simha 16:41

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 12:35) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 12:35) — a good life; Sunday — physical well-being.

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 12:35

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:35–07:27 (26.02)+1 Anandadi: Chara 07:30–12:35+1 Yoga Sadhya 07:30–05:21 (26.02)+1 Auspicious tithi 07:30–16:12+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:35–07:27 (26.02)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 16:12–07:27 (26.02) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:30–12:35−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 07:30–12:35

Panchanga at sunrise 07:30

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Panchaka
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 07:27

Tithi3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 18:45 more
NakshatraUttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 15:32 more
YogaShubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 06:19 (27.02) more
KaranaGara (movable) · until 18:45 more
VaraSoma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 15:32nakshatra Revati
from 18:45tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 18:45karana Vanija
from 06:19 (27.02)yoga Shukla

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:50
Sunrise07:27
Noon12:42
Sunset17:57
End of twilight18:35
Moonrise08:36
Moonset21:26
Day length10 h 29 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 15:32

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

  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (07:27–15:32) is good for sowing.
  • According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (15:32–17:57) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 15:32–07:25 (27.02)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:27–15:32

Anandadi: Matanga 15:32–07:25 (27.02) Anandadi: Gada 07:27–15:32

  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 18:38 (22.02)–18:41 (27.02)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:39–06:33
Abhijit Muhurta12:21–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:27–15:09
Godhuli17:57–18:24
Pradosha17:57–20:39
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (27.02)
Amrita Kalam10:09–11:56

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam08:46–10:05
Yamaganda11:24–12:42
Gulika Kalam14:01–15:20
Dur Muhurta13:03–13:45, 15:09–15:51
Varjyam05:06–06:55 (27.02)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:59–08:40, 09:35–16:37

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, shavinggood 07:59–08:40, 09:35–16:37
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 07:59–08:40, 09:35–16:37
Bathing, washing hairgood 07:59–08:40, 09:35–16:37

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 15:32, Revati from 15:32; tithi Shukla-tritya; lagna Kumbha 07:27, Mina 07:59, Mesha 08:40, Vrishabha 09:35, Mithuna 11:09, Karka 13:38, Simha 16:37

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 15:32) — a good life; Revati (from 15:32) — increase in property; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2

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

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

+2 Yoga Shubha 07:27–06:19 (27.02)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:27–15:32+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:27–18:450 Ravi Yoga 15:32–07:25 (27.02)0 Anandadi: Matanga 15:32–07:25 (27.02)−1 Anandadi: Gada 07:27–15:32−1 Panchaka all day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 07:27–15:32

Panchanga at sunrise 07:27

SummaryAvoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more
FestivalsVinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 07:25

Tithi4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 21:28 more
NakshatraRevati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 18:41 more
Gandamula
YogaShukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 07:21 (28.02) more
KaranaVanija (movable) · until 08:06 more
VaraMangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 08:06karana Vishti
from 18:41nakshatra Ashwini
from 21:28tithi Shukla-panchami
from 21:28karana Bava
from 07:21 (28.02)yoga Brahma

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:48
Sunrise07:25
Noon12:42
Sunset17:59
End of twilight18:37
Moonrise08:42
Moonset22:40
Day length10 h 34 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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, Revati (07:25–17:59) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
  • Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:06–17:59: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha

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

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:39–13:46
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 07:25–18:41 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 18:41–07:22 (28.02) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 18:41–07:22 (28.02)

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 21:28–07:22 (28.02)

Anandadi: Shubha 07:25–18:41 Anandadi: Amrita 18:41–07:22 (28.02)

  • Bhadra on earth: 08:06–18:41; Bhadra Mukha 08:06–10:20
  • Bhadra in heaven: 18:41–21:28; Bhadra Puchha 20:08–21:28
  • Dosha-free Panchaka: 18:38 (22.02)–18:41
  • Gandanta (nakshatra): 11:53–01:29 (28.02)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
  • Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-chaturti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:37–06:31
Abhijit Muhurta12:21–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta14:28–15:10
Godhuli17:59–18:26
Pradosha17:59–20:40
Nishitha00:14–01:08 (28.02)
Amrita Kalam15:58–17:46

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam15:21–16:40
Yamaganda10:04–11:23
Gulika Kalam12:42–14:01
Dur Muhurta09:32–10:14, 23:21–00:14 (28.02)
Varjyamnone on this day

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 07:55–08:36, 09:31–16:33

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Revati; tithi Shukla-chaturti; lagna Kumbha 07:25, Mina 07:55, Mesha 08:36, Vrishabha 09:31, Mithuna 11:05, Karka 13:34, Simha 16:33

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

  • Shukla-chaturti 07:25–17:59: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
  • Bhadra on earth 08:06–17:59: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

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

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+2 Ravi Yoga 07:25–18:41+1 Anandadi: Shubha 07:25–18:41+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:25–18:41+1 Yoga Shukla 07:25–07:21 (28.02)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 07:25–18:41−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 07:25–21:28−2 Rikta tithi 07:25–21:28−3 Bhadra on earth 08:06–18:41

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

Panchanga at sunrise 07:25

SummaryUnfavourable day — Anandadi: Mrityu
MonthPhalguna (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
PakshaShukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
SamvatsaraParidhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 2074 · Vikram 2209 more

At sunrise 07:22

Tithi5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 00:11 (01.03) more
NakshatraAshwini, pada 2 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 21:50 more
Gandamula
YogaBrahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 08:20 (01.03) more
KaranaBava (movable) · until 10:51 more
VaraBuddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
SignsSun: Kumbha (Aquarius), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 10:51karana Balava
from 21:50nakshatra Bharani
from 00:11 (01.03)tithi Shukla-shashti
from 00:11 (01.03)karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn06:45
Sunrise07:22
Noon12:41
Sunset18:02
End of twilight18:39
Moonrise08:49
Moonset23:56
Day length10 h 39 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

taskat sunrise

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 21:50–07:20 (01.03)

Jwalamukhi Yoga 21:50–00:11 (01.03)

Anandadi: Mrityu 07:22–21:50 Anandadi: Kana 21:50–07:20 (01.03)

  • Gandanta (tithi): 23:44–00:38 (01.03)
  • Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta05:35–06:29
Abhijit Muhurtanone: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta14:28–15:11
Godhuli18:02–18:28
Pradosha18:02–20:41
Nishitha00:14–01:07 (01.03)
Amrita Kalam13:42–15:30

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam12:42–14:02
Yamaganda08:42–10:02
Gulika Kalam11:22–12:42
Dur Muhurta12:21–13:03
Varjyam17:19–19:08

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 07:51–08:32, 09:27–16:29

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

Cutting hair, shavinggood 07:51–08:32, 09:27–16:29
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenailsgood 07:51–08:32, 09:27–16:29
Bathing, washing hairgood 07:51–08:32, 09:27–16:29

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashwini; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Kumbha 07:22, Mina 07:51, Mesha 08:32, Vrishabha 09:27, Mithuna 11:01, Karka 13:30, Simha 16:29

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = +2

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

Strict prohibition: Anandadi: Mrityu

+2 Yoga Brahma all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:22–21:50+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 07:22–00:11 (01.03)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:22–21:50

Panchanga at sunrise 07:22

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
Magha (Vedic name Tapas) — A month of austerity and holy baths (Magha Snana): Vasant Panchami, Ratha Saptami; in the dark half — Maha Shivaratri.
Patron: Madhava; Aditya — Pushan. Full moon in nakshatra Magha. Ritu: Shishira.
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.
Paridhavi (No. 46 of 60, “running about, restless”) — A restless year: bustle, fears, flight from danger; little stability.
Northern samvatsara: Prabhava (No. 1)
Shaka Samvat 2074 · Vikram Samvat 2209 · Kali Yuga 5253
Next year — Pramadi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 25.03.2153
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.
Shukla-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.
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
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.
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.
Guru vara — Jupiter Day
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.
Dawn
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Sunrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
Noon
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
Sunset
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of twilight
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Moonrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
Moonset
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
Gardener’s calendar
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.

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

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

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
nakshatra Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.
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.
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: 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.
Krakacha Yoga
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.
Bhadra
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).
The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.
Bhadra Mukha
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
Bhadra Puchha
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).
Gandamula
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.
Brahma Muhurta
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.
Abhijit Muhurta
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.
Vijaya Muhurta
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
Godhuli
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
Pradosha
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.
Nishitha
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
Amrita Kalam
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


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


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


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

Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.
Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
Auspicious weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
Auspicious tithi
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.
Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
Vishti (Bhadra)
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.
Shukla-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.
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
Shukla (24) — “bright, pure”
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
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.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Magha Gupta Navaratri, day 9
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Magha — 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.
Ravi Yoga
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.
Anandadi: 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.
Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.
Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.


How it is calculated: following the South Indian tradition (Tamil Nadu, Kerala), as Drik Panchang does — the daytime from sunrise to sunset (upper limb of the disc, with refraction) is divided into 8 parts, and Rahu Kalam is part 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
Krittika
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
Shukla-navami (9, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.
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
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.
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.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.

Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.
Anandadi: 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.
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: 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.
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.
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
Shukla-dashami
+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.
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.
Rohini (4)
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)
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.
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.
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
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: 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.
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
Rohini
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ekadashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-ekadashi (11, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
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)
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.
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.
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 Mrigashirsha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.

Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
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.
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.
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
Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
Vaidhriti
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
Shukla-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.
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)
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.
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.
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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
Anandadi: Chara — “movable”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
Anandadi: Sthira — “steady”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
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
Ardra
−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.
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
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.
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.
Buddha vara — Mercury Day
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

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


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


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


How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.
Wednesday
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Punarvasu
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturdashi (14, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
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
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.
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-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
Anandadi: Shubha — “auspiciousness”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.
Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Pushya
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
Bhadra on earth
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
Krishna-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.
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
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.
The exact opposition of the Sun and the Moon: the Moon is at full strength. A time for fasts, pujas and charity.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

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

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Anandadi: Mrityu — “death”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.
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.
Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvitya (2, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second day of the waning Moon - Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
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
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.
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.

Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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
Krishna-dvitya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Atiganda (6) — “great danger”
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Krishna-tritya (3, waning Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.
Purva-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
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.
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.

Krishna-tritya
any undertakings
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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.
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.
Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturti (4, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
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
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.
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.

Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
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.
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.
Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-panchami (5, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
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)
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.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

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

Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
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.
Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Simha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
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.
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
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.
The Sun’s entry into a new sidereal sign — the start of a solar month. The time around this moment (Punya Kala) is favourable for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra 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).

Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
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.
Swati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Vriddhi (11) — “growth, increase”
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Sankranti day
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
Krishna-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.
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)
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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.
Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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)
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.
Friday — Day of Venus
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants

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

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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.
Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-navami
−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.
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.
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)
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 Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
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.
Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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.
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)
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.
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 Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.

Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
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.
Mula
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-ekadashi (11, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.
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)
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.
Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

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

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
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.
Purva-Ashadha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Krishna-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
Krishna-dvadashi (12, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.
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
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.
Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
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.
Uttara-Ashadha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Krishna-trayodashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Vyatipata
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
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.
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)
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.
Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Shravana
+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.
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
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.
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.
Thursday — Day of Jupiter
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves

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

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
Dosha-free Panchaka
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Amavasya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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.
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).

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
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).
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Panchaka
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
Amavasya
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Phalguna (Vedic name Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas.
Patron: Govinda; Aditya — Parjanya. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Phalguni. Ritu: Shishira.
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.
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
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.
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 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).

Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-dvitya (2, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.
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
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.
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-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.

Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-tritya (3, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.
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)
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-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Shukla-chaturti (4, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.
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)
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 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.

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Shukla-panchami (5, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.
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 Ashwini
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.

Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
Jwalamukhi Yoga
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.
Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut