April 1973 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Phalguna (until 3.04), Chaitra (from 4.04). Periods: until 13.04 — Kharmas; 4–11.04 — Chaitra Navaratri (spring). Major festivals: 4.04 Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year; 4.04 Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana; 11.04 Rama Navami; 13.04 Mesha Sankranti (Vaisakhi, Vishu); 17.04 Hanuman Jayanti.
Icons this month (20)
How to read the calendar
Cell colour — the day’s rating for new undertakings: maroon — best days, green — favourable, light — ordinary, grey — avoid starting important matters, pink — unfavourable. The circle shows the tithi number at sunrise (outlined — waxing Moon, filled — waning); top right — the nakshatra at sunrise and its type icon. Click a day to open the full panchanga of the day.
Best days
- 7.04 Sat — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra
Rohini (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects. - 8.04 Sun — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Saumya, Auspicious nakshatra
Mrigashirsha (soft): for arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals. - 12.04 Thu — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Amrita after 18:03
Magha (fierce): for destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes. - 15.04 Sun — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra, Auspicious nakshatra until 15:26
Uttara-Phalguni (fixed): for what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Festivals
- 1.04 Sun Masik Shivaratri
- 3.04 Tue Phalguna Amavasya
- 3.04 Tue Bhaumvati Amavasya
- 4.04 Wed Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year
- 4.04 Wed Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana
- 4.04 Wed Chandra Darshan
- 6.04 Fri Gangaur
- 6.04 Fri Vinayaka Chaturthi
- 8.04 Sun Skanda Shashti
- 8.04 Sun Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti)
- 10.04 Tue Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri
- 11.04 Wed Rama Navami
- 13.04 Fri Mesha Sankranti (Vaisakhi, Vishu)
- 13.04 Fri Kamada Ekadashi
- 14.04 Sat Shani Pradosha
- 15.04 Sun Mahavir Jayanti
- 17.04 Tue Hanuman Jayanti
- 17.04 Tue Chaitra Purnima (Chitra Pournami)
- 20.04 Fri Sankashti Chaturthi (Vikata)
- 25.04 Wed Kalashtami
- 29.04 Sun Varuthini Ekadashi
- 30.04 Mon Soma Pradosha
Special muhurta yogas
- 3.04 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:56–09:00
- 7.04 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:45–23:00
- 7.04 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:45–23:00
- 15.04 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 15.04 Sun Amrita Siddhi Yoga 19:21–05:23 (16.04)
- 19.04 Thu Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:39–05:13 (20.04)
- 20.04 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
- 22.04 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:33–05:05 (23.04)
- 24.04 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 14:40–05:01 (25.04)
- 29.04 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 09:52–20:23
- 29.04 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:23–04:49 (30.04)
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
- 2.04 Mon — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Panchaka
- 3.04 Tue — Amavasya, Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
- 6.04 Fri — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi, Vishti (Bhadra)
- 13.04 Fri — Bhadra on earth, Sankranti day, Anandadi: Kana
- 20.04 Fri — Vyatipata, Vishti (Bhadra), Anandadi: Rakshasa
- 26.04 Thu — Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
- 28.04 Sat — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga, Bhadra on earth
- 29.04 Sun — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) (unfavourable day)
- 30.04 Mon — Vaidhriti, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Panchaka
Sky this month
- 3.04 New moon (Amavasya) 14:44
- 13.04 Mesha Sankranti 16:39 — the Sun enters Mesha (Aries)
- 17.04 Full moon (Purnima) 16:50
- There are no eclipses this month.
Periods
- until 13.04 Kharmas
- 4–11.04 Chaitra Navaratri (spring)
- 30.03 22:56 – 4.04 07:13 Chora Panchaka
- 27.04 07:56 – 1.05 17:22 Chora Panchaka
Samvatsara and month
Paridhavi (No. 46, “running about, restless”) — A restless year: bustle, fears, flight from danger; little stability. more
Pramadi (No. 47, “heedless”) — A year of heedlessness: careless mistakes and unexpected losses; attentiveness is needed. more
Northern samvatsara: Krodhana. Shaka Samvat 1895, Vikram Samvat 2030, Kali Yuga 5074.
Phalguna (Tapasya) — The last month of the lunar year: Holika Dahan and Holi; Mina Sankranti begins the second Kharmas. more
Chaitra (Madhu) — Beginning of the lunar year and of spring: Ugadi (Gudi Padwa), Chaitra Navaratri, Rama Navami, Hanuman Jayanti. A time of renewal and new vows. 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
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Shubha, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Panchaka, Anandadi: Rakshasa |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Masik Shivaratri |
At sunrise 06:01
| Tithi | 13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 18:39 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 4 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 11:07 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 08:58 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 07:15 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:15 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 08:58 | yoga Shukla |
| from 11:07 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 18:39 | tithi Krishna-chaturdashi |
| from 18:39 | karana Vishti |
| from 05:53 (02.04) | karana Shakuni |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:23 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 06:01 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:07 |
| End of twilight | 19:44 |
| Moonrise | 04:56 |
| Moonset | 16:47 |
| Day length | 13 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 8, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:07 | from 18:39 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (06:01–11:07) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (11:07–19:07) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 18:39–19:07: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 18:39–19:07: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Masik Shivaratri · Shiva
The monthly “night of Shiva” — the fourteenth day of the waning Moon. Devotees fast, keep vigil through the night and perform abhisheka of the lingam at midnight (Nishitha).
Rule: nishitha vyapini: midnight, 00:11–00:54 (02.04)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Chara 11:07–05:58 (02.04) Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:01–11:07
- Bhadra on earth: 18:39–05:53 (02.04); Bhadra Mukha 18:39–20:31; Bhadra Puchha 04:42–05:49 (02.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 22:56 (30.03)–07:13 (04.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:33–05:17 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:08–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:45–15:37 |
| Godhuli | 19:07–19:28 |
| Pradosha | 19:07–21:17 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:54 (02.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 02:36–04:09 (02.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:28–19:07 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:34–14:12 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:50–17:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:22–18:14 |
| Varjyam | 17:19–18:52 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:01–06:24, 07:17–11:07
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, shaving | average 06:01–06:24, 07:17–11:07 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:01–06:24, 07:17–11:07 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:01–06:24, 07:17–11:07 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 11:07, Purva-Bhadra from 11:07; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 18:39, Krishna-chaturdashi from 18:39; lagna Mina 06:01, Mesha 06:24, Vrishabha 07:17, Mithuna 08:46, Karka 11:12, Simha 14:10, Kanya 17:11
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 11:07) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 11:07) — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 18:39–19:07: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Bhadra on earth 18:39–19:07: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Shubha 06:01–08:58+1 Anandadi: Chara 11:07–05:58 (02.04)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 06:01–11:070 Kharmas0 Krishna Chaturdashi 18:39–05:58 (02.04)0 Bhadra on earth 18:39–05:53 (02.04)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:07–05:58 (02.04)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa 06:01–11:07−1 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.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 05:58
| Tithi | 14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 16:58 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 4 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 10:21 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 06:42 more |
| Karana | Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 16:58 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:42 | yoga Brahma |
|---|---|
| from 10:21 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 16:58 | tithi Amavasya |
| from 16:58 | karana Chatushpada |
| from 03:55 (03.04) | karana Naga |
| from 03:58 (03.04) | yoga Indra |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:20 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:58 |
| Noon | 12:33 |
| Sunset | 19:09 |
| End of twilight | 19:47 |
| Moonrise | 05:08 |
| Moonset | 18:12 |
| Day length | 13 h 10 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 4, bad — 9
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:21 | from 16:58 |
|---|
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, Purva-Bhadra (05:58–10:21) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (10:21–19:09) is good for sowing.
- Shakuni 05:58–16:58: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
- Chatushpada 16:58–19:09: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Krishna-chaturdashi 05:58–16:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Anandadi: Musala 05:58–10:21 Anandadi: Gada 10:21–05:56 (03.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 22:56 (30.03)–07:13 (04.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:31–05:15 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:07–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:45–15:38 |
| Godhuli | 19:09–19:30 |
| Pradosha | 19:09–21:18 |
| Nishitha | 00:11–00:54 (03.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:28–05:58 (03.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:37–09:16 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:55–12:33 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:12–15:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 13:00–13:52, 15:38–16:31 |
| Varjyam | 19:24–20:55 |
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, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:58–06:20, 07:13–19:09 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 10:21, Uttara-Bhadra from 10:21; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 16:58, Amavasya from 16:58; lagna Mina 05:58, Mesha 06:20, Vrishabha 07:13, Mithuna 08:42, Karka 11:08, Simha 14:06, Kanya 17:07
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 10:21) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 10:21) — a good life; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-chaturdashi 05:58–16:58: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Amavasya 16:58–19:09: 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).
- 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 = −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: Krishna Chaturdashi
+2 Yoga Brahma 06:42–03:58 (03.04)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious nakshatra 10:21–05:56 (03.04)0 Kharmas−1 Anandadi: Musala 05:58–10:21−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:58–10:21−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 05:58–16:58
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Panchaka |
|---|---|
| Month | Phalguna (amanta) · Chaitra (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Paridhavi (No. 46) · Shaka 1894 · Vikram 2029 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Phalguna Amavasya · Bhaumvati Amavasya |
At sunrise 05:56
| Tithi | 30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 14:44 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 4 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 09:00 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 00:51 (04.04) more |
| Karana | Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 14:44 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:00 | nakshatra Revati |
|---|---|
| from 14:44 | tithi Shukla-pratipat |
| from 14:44 | karana Kimstughna |
| from 00:51 (04.04) | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 01:28 (04.04) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:18 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:56 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:11 |
| End of twilight | 19:49 |
| Moonrise | 05:20 |
| Moonset | 19:41 |
| Day length | 13 h 14 min |
Sky
| New moon (Amavasya) | 14:44 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 5, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:00 | from 14:44 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (05:56–09:00) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (09:00–19:11) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Naga 05:56–14:44: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Kimstughna 14:44–19:11: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Phalguna Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
The new moon of Phalguna — the last day of the lunar year; it is followed (usually the next day, sometimes the same day) by Ugadi, the New Year.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 16:58 (02.04)–14:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Bhaumvati Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)
A new moon on a Tuesday (Bhauma — Mars): a day of ancestor rites and of propitiating Mars; it is believed to help free one from debts.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 16:58 (02.04)–14:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:56–09:00 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:56–09:00
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:44–05:53 (04.04)
Anandadi: Siddhi 05:56–09:00 Anandadi: Shubha 09:00–05:53 (04.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 22:56 (30.03)–07:13 (04.04)
- Gandanta (tithi): 14:23–15:06
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 01:41–12:43 (04.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:29–05:13 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:07–13:00 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:46–15:39 |
| Godhuli | 19:11–19:32 |
| Pradosha | 19:11–21:19 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:53 (04.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:28–05:58, 04:59–06:28 (04.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:52–17:31 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:14–10:54 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:33–14:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:35–09:28, 23:28–00:10 (04.04) |
| Varjyam | 20:06–21:35 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 17:03–19:11
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, shaving | average 17:03–19:11 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 17:03–19:11 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:56–06:16, 07:09–14:02, 17:03–19:11 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 09:00, Revati from 09:00; tithi Amavasya until 14:44, Shukla-pratipat from 14:44; lagna Mina 05:56, Mesha 06:16, Vrishabha 07:09, Mithuna 08:38, Karka 11:04, Simha 14:02, Kanya 17:03
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 09:00) — a good life; Revati (from 09:00) — increase in property; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Amavasya 05:56–14:44: 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 = +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
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:56–09:00+2 Yoga Indra 05:56–00:51 (04.04)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 05:56–09:00+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:56–09:00+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 05:56–09:000 Kharmas−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:44–05:53 (04.04)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−3 Amavasya 05:56–14:44
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Swayam Siddha Muhurta, Auspicious nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year · Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Chandra Darshan |
At sunrise 05:53
| Tithi | 1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 12:08 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Revati, pada 4 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 07:13 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 21:28 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 12:08 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:13 | nakshatra Ashwini |
|---|---|
| from 12:08 | tithi Shukla-dvitya |
| from 12:08 | karana Balava |
| from 21:28 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 22:44 | karana Kaulava |
| from 05:10 (05.04) | nakshatra Bharani |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:15 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:53 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:13 |
| End of twilight | 19:51 |
| Moonrise | 05:36 |
| Moonset | 21:12 |
| Day length | 13 h 19 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
| task | at sunrise | from 07:13 | from 12:08 |
|---|
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, Revati (05:53–07:13) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Ugadi, Gudi Padwa — Hindu New Year · Brahma
The first day of the bright half of Chaitra — the beginning of the new lunar year (samvatsara) and of the new year of the Shaka era. According to the Brahma Purana, Brahma created the world on this day. In Maharashtra (Gudi Padwa) people raise the gudi — a pole topped with an inverted pot and silk cloth — and eat a paste of neem leaves with jaggery; in Andhra and Karnataka they prepare the bittersweet Ugadi Pachadi with neem flowers.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 14:44 (03.04)–12:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chaitra Navaratri: Ghatasthapana · Durga
The beginning of the spring Navaratri — the nine nights of the Mother Goddess. In the morning, within the first third of the day, the kalasha is installed (Ghatasthapana) and barley is sown; each day one of the nine forms of Durga is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 14:44 (03.04)–12:08
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 05:53–10:20
Navaratri, day 1: Shailaputri · Durga
Navaratri day. Shailaputri — “daughter of the Mountain”, Parvati as the daughter of Himavat, riding a bull; grants steadfastness.
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, 19:13–21:12
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 19:13–21:12
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 1
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:08–05:50 (05.04)
Samvartaka Yoga 05:53–12:08
Anandadi: Utpata 05:53–07:13 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:13–05:10 (05.04) Anandadi: Kana 05:10–05:50 (05.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 22:56 (30.03)–07:13
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 01:41–12:43
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:27–05:10 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:46–15:39 |
| Godhuli | 19:13–19:34 |
| Pradosha | 19:13–21:20 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:53 (05.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:59–06:28, 22:35–00:03 (05.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:33–14:13 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:33–09:13 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:53–12:33 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:06–12:59 |
| Varjyam | 01:31–02:59 (05.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 12:08–13:58, 16:59–19:13 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Revati until 07:13, Ashwini from 07:13; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 12:08, Shukla-dvitya from 12:08; lagna Mina 05:53, Mesha 06:12, Vrishabha 07:05, Mithuna 08:34, Karka 11:00, Simha 13:58, Kanya 16:59
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 07:13) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 07:13) — joy; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 05:53–19:13: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = −8
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Swayam Siddha Muhurta: the day is auspicious for new undertakings in its own right; panchanga defects are not taken into account (prohibitions lifted: Anandadi: Mrityu, many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Vaidhriti)
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:53–07:13+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 12:08–05:50 (05.04)0 Kharmas0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 12:08–05:50 (05.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Swayam Siddha Muhurta0 Panchaka 05:53–07:13−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 12:08–05:50 (05.04)−1 Gandanta 05:53–12:43−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 07:13–05:10 (05.04)−3 Samvartaka Yoga 05:53–12:08−3 Vaidhriti 05:53–21:28
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Padma, Auspicious weekday; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Surya Dagdha tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 05:50
| Tithi | 2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 09:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Bharani, pada 1 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 03:02 (06.04) more |
| Yoga | Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 17:58 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 09:17 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:17 | tithi Shukla-tritya |
|---|---|
| from 09:17 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:58 | yoga Priti |
| from 19:50 | karana Gara |
| from 03:02 (06.04) | nakshatra Krittika |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:12 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:50 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:15 |
| End of twilight | 19:53 |
| Moonrise | 05:55 |
| Moonset | 22:44 |
| Day length | 13 h 24 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 10, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:17 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (05:50–19:15) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 2: Brahmacharini · Durga
Navaratri day. Brahmacharini — the goddess of austerity with a rosary and a water pot; grants patience and strength in keeping vows.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 2
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 03:02–05:48 (06.04)
Yamaghanta 03:02–05:48 (06.04)
Anandadi: Padma 05:50–03:02 (06.04) Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:02–05:48 (06.04)
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-dvitya
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:25–05:08 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:06–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:47–15:40 |
| Godhuli | 19:15–19:36 |
| Pradosha | 19:15–21:21 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:52 (06.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:39–00:07 (06.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:13–15:54 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:50–07:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:12–10:52 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:19–11:12, 15:40–16:34 |
| Varjyam | 13:55–15:22 |
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, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average throughout the daytime |
| Cutting toenails | average 05:50–06:08, 07:01–19:15 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Bharani; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 09:17, Shukla-tritya from 09:17; lagna Mina 05:50, Mesha 06:08, Vrishabha 07:01, Mithuna 08:31, Karka 10:56, Simha 13:54, Kanya 16:55
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani — facing death (dangers); Thursday — success.
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: Padma 05:50–03:02 (06.04)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:50–09:170 Yoga Priti 17:58–05:48 (06.04)0 Kharmas−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:50–09:17−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:50–03:02 (06.04)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 3 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Gangaur · Vinayaka Chaturthi |
At sunrise 05:48
| Tithi | 3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 06:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Krittika, pada 1 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 00:56 (07.04) more |
| Yoga | Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 14:27 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 06:22 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mesha (Aries) |
Changes during the day
| from 06:22 | tithi Shukla-chaturti (kshaya: not present at any sunrise) |
|---|---|
| from 06:22 | karana Vanija |
| from 14:27 | yoga Ayushman |
| from 16:56 | karana Vishti |
| from 00:56 (07.04) | nakshatra Rohini |
| from 03:31 (07.04) | tithi Shukla-panchami |
| from 03:31 (07.04) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:10 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:48 |
| Noon | 12:32 |
| Sunset | 19:17 |
| End of twilight | 19:55 |
| Moonrise | 06:23 |
| Moonset | none |
| Day length | 13 h 28 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 06:22 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (05:48–19:17) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 16:56–19:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 3: Chandraghanta, Kushmanda · Durga
Navaratri day. Chandraghanta — with a bell-shaped crescent moon on her forehead; grants courage and protection. Kushmanda — she who created the universe with her smile; grants health and strength.
Gangaur · Shiva and Parvati
The festival of Gauri (Parvati) in Rajasthan: from Holi onwards women worship clay figures of Gauri and Shiva, and on the third day of the bright half of Chaitra they carry them in procession to the water.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 09:17 (05.04)–06:22
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
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), 11:11–13:53
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 3
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:48–00:56 (07.04)
Yamaghanta 00:56–05:45 (07.04)
Anandadi: Chhatra 05:48–00:56 (07.04) Anandadi: Mitra 00:56–05:45 (07.04)
- Bhadra in heaven: 16:56–03:31 (07.04); Bhadra Mukha 16:57–18:43; Bhadra Puchha 02:28–03:31 (07.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:23–05:06 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:05–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:47–15:41 |
| Godhuli | 19:17–19:38 |
| Pradosha | 19:17–21:22 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:52 (07.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:44–00:12 (07.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:51–12:32 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 15:54–17:36 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:29–09:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:30–09:24, 12:59–13:53 |
| Varjyam | 13:59–15:26 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:48–06:22
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:48–06:22 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:48–06:22 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 05:48–06:04 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Krittika; tithi Shukla-tritya until 06:22, Shukla-chaturti from 06:22; lagna Mina 05:48, Mesha 06:04, Vrishabha 06:58, Mithuna 08:27, Karka 10:52, Simha 13:50, Kanya 16:51
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika — 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-chaturti 06:22–19:17: 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 = +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: Kshaya tithi
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:48–00:56 (07.04)+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 05:48–00:56 (07.04)+1 Yoga Priti 05:48–14:27+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:48–06:220 Kharmas0 Vishti (Bhadra) 16:56–03:31 (07.04)−2 Rikta tithi 06:22–03:31 (07.04)−2 Kshaya tithi
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Shrivatsa |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 05:45
| Tithi | 5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 00:51 (08.04) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Rohini, pada 1 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 23:00 more |
| Yoga | Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 11:02 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 14:10 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:02 | yoga Saubhagya |
|---|---|
| from 14:10 | karana Balava |
| from 23:00 | nakshatra Mrigashirsha |
| from 00:51 (08.04) | tithi Shukla-shashti |
| from 00:51 (08.04) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:07 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:45 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:19 |
| End of twilight | 19:57 |
| Moonrise | 07:03 |
| Moonset | 00:11 |
| Day length | 13 h 33 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 8, average — 5, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at 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, Rohini (05:45–19:19) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 4: Skandamata · Durga
Navaratri day. Skandamata — the mother of Skanda, holding her son on her lap; grants motherly grace.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 4
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:45–23:00 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 05:45–23:00 Ravi Yoga 23:00–05:43 (08.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:45–00:51 (08.04) Krakacha Yoga 00:51–05:43 (08.04)
Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:45–23:00 Anandadi: Vajra 23:00–05:43 (08.04)
- Gandanta (tithi): 00:30–01:13 (08.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:21–05:03 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:05–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:48–15:42 |
| Godhuli | 19:19–19:39 |
| Pradosha | 19:19–21:23 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:52 (08.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 20:03–21:32 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 09:09–10:50 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:14–15:55 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:45–07:27 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:45–06:40, 06:40–07:34 |
| Varjyam | 15:38–17:07, 04:12–05:42 (08.04) |
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, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Rohini; tithi Shukla-panchami; lagna Mina 05:45, Mesha 06:01, Vrishabha 06:54, Mithuna 08:23, Karka 10:48, Simha 13:46, Kanya 16:47
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini — destruction of all misfortunes; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
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.
+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 05:45–23:00+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 05:45–23:00+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:45–23:00+1 Yoga Ayushman 05:45–11:02+1 Auspicious tithi 05:45–00:51 (08.04)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:45–00:51 (08.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Saumya |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 5 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Skanda Shashti · Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti) |
At sunrise 05:43
| Tithi | 6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 22:27 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mrigashirsha, pada 2 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 21:20 more |
| Yoga | Saubhagya (“good fortune, marital happiness”, auspicious) · until 07:47 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 11:37 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:47 | yoga Shobhana |
|---|---|
| from 11:37 | karana Taitila |
| from 21:20 | nakshatra Ardra |
| from 22:27 | tithi Shukla-saptami |
| from 22:27 | karana Gara |
| from 04:47 (09.04) | yoga Atiganda |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:04 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:43 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:21 |
| End of twilight | 19:59 |
| Moonrise | 08:00 |
| Moonset | 01:23 |
| Day length | 13 h 37 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
| task | at 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, Mrigashirsha (05:43–19:21) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 5: Katyayani · Durga
Navaratri day. Katyayani — the warrior goddess who slew Mahishasura; young women pray to her for a good husband.
Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)
The sixth day of the waxing Moon is dedicated to Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya), the son of Shiva. Devotees fast and worship Murugan; the day is especially revered in South India.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:51–22:27
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Yamuna Chhath (Yamuna Jayanti) · Yamuna
The appearance day of the river goddess Yamuna; it is celebrated especially in Mathura and Vrindavan with a holy bath and aarti on the riverbank.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:51–22:27
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 5
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:43–21:20
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:43–22:27 Samvartaka Yoga 22:27–05:40 (09.04)
Anandadi: Saumya 05:43–21:20 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 21:20–05:40 (09.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:20–05:01 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:04–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:48–15:43 |
| Godhuli | 19:21–19:41 |
| Pradosha | 19:21–21:25 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:51 (09.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:08–14:38 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:38–19:21 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:32–14:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 15:56–17:38 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:32–18:26 |
| Varjyam | 05:15–06:46 (09.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:50–13:42, 16:43–19:21
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, shaving | average 06:50–13:42, 16:43–19:21 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:50–13:42, 16:43–19:21 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:50–13:42, 16:43–19:21 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha; tithi Shukla-shashti; lagna Mina 05:43, Mesha 05:57, Vrishabha 06:50, Mithuna 08:19, Karka 10:44, Simha 13:42, Kanya 16:43
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha — abundance (well-being, prosperity); 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.
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:43–21:20+1 Anandadi: Saumya 05:43–21:20+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:43–21:20+1 Yoga Saubhagya 05:43–07:470 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:43–22:27 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious weekday, Auspicious tithi; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6 · Kharmas |
At sunrise 05:40
| Tithi | 7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 20:22 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ardra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 19:58 more |
| Yoga | Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 02:03 (10.04) more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 09:22 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:22 | karana Vanija |
|---|---|
| from 19:58 | nakshatra Punarvasu |
| from 20:22 | tithi Shukla-ashtami |
| from 20:22 | karana Vishti |
| from 02:03 (10.04) | yoga Sukarma |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 05:01 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:40 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:23 |
| End of twilight | 20:02 |
| Moonrise | 09:13 |
| Moonset | 02:18 |
| Day length | 13 h 42 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 7, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise |
|---|
Festivals and periods
Navaratri, day 6: Kalaratri · Durga
Navaratri day. Kalaratri — the most fearsome form of Durga, destroyer of darkness and fear.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 6
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:40–20:22
Anandadi: Kaladanda 05:40–19:58 Anandadi: Dhumra 19:58–05:38 (10.04)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:22–07:27 (10.04); Bhadra Puchha 22:02–23:09; Bhadra Mukha 23:09–01:00 (10.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:18–04:59 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:04–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:49–15:43 |
| Godhuli | 19:23–19:43 |
| Pradosha | 19:23–21:26 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:51 (10.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:32–12:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:23–09:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:49–12:31 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:14–15:57 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:59–13:54, 15:43–16:38 |
| Varjyam | 05:15–06:46 |
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, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:46–13:38, 16:39–19:23 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ardra; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Mina 05:40, Mesha 05:53, Vrishabha 06:46, Mithuna 08:15, Karka 10:40, Simha 13:38, Kanya 16:39
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra — sadness; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
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 weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:40–20:220 Kharmas0 Yoga Atiganda 05:40–06:54−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 05:40–19:58−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:40–19:58−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:40–20:22
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Favourable day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — after 18:38 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 7 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri |
At sunrise 05:38
| Tithi | 8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 18:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Punarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 18:59 more |
| Yoga | Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 23:36 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 07:27 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:27 | karana Bava |
|---|---|
| from 18:38 | tithi Shukla-navami |
| from 18:38 | karana Balava |
| from 18:59 | nakshatra Pushya |
| from 23:36 | yoga Dhriti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:59 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:38 |
| Noon | 12:31 |
| Sunset | 19:25 |
| End of twilight | 20:04 |
| Moonrise | 10:36 |
| Moonset | 02:55 |
| Day length | 13 h 47 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:38 | from 18:59 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (05:38–18:59) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (18:59–19:25) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:38–07:27: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Durga Ashtami of Chaitra Navaratri · Durga
The eighth day of Chaitra Navaratri: Durga Puja and Kanya Puja (feeding young girls as embodiments of the Goddess); on this day Annapurna, the goddess of food, is also worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 20:22 (09.04)–18:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 7: Mahagauri · Durga
Navaratri day. Mahagauri — radiant white, she grants purification and peace.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 7
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:38–18:38 Ravi Yoga 18:59–05:35 (11.04)
Anandadi: Sthira 05:38–18:59 Anandadi: Vardhamana 18:59–05:35 (11.04)
- Bhadra in heaven: 20:22 (09.04)–07:27; Bhadra Puchha 22:02–23:09 (09.04); Bhadra Mukha 23:09 (09.04)–01:00
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:16–04:57 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:04–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:49–15:44 |
| Godhuli | 19:25–19:45 |
| Pradosha | 19:25–21:27 |
| Nishitha | 00:10–00:50 (11.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:41–18:13 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 15:58–17:41 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 09:04–10:48 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:31–14:15 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:23–09:18, 23:29–00:10 (11.04) |
| Varjyam | 07:28–09:00, 02:46–04:19 (11.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:42–13:35, 16:36–18:38 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 18:59, Pushya from 18:59; tithi Shukla-ashtami until 18:38, Shukla-navami from 18:38; lagna Mina 05:38, Mesha 05:49, Vrishabha 06:42, Mithuna 08:11, Karka 10:36, Simha 13:35, Kanya 16:36
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 18:59) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 18:59) — increase in wealth; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-ashtami 05:38–18:38: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Shukla-navami 18:38–19:25: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Favourable day · score S = +3
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time begins after 18:38
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:38–18:38+1 Anandadi: Sthira 05:38–18:59+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:38–18:59+1 Yoga Sukarma 05:38–23:360 Ravi Yoga 18:59–05:35 (11.04)0 Kharmas0 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:38–07:27−1 Ashtami 05:38–18:38−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Pushya, Ravi Yoga; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Rikta tithi |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 8 · Kharmas |
| Festivals | Rama Navami |
At sunrise 05:35
| Tithi | 9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 17:17 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Pushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 18:20 more |
| Yoga | Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 21:27 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 05:55 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:55 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 17:17 | tithi Shukla-dashami |
| from 17:17 | karana Taitila |
| from 18:20 | nakshatra Ashlesha |
| from 21:27 | yoga Shula |
| from 04:44 (12.04) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:56 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:35 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:27 |
| End of twilight | 20:06 |
| Moonrise | 12:03 |
| Moonset | 03:20 |
| Day length | 13 h 51 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 10, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 17:17 | from 18:20 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (05:35–18:20) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Rama Navami · Rama
The appearance day of Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu. Rama was born at noon, so puja is performed at Madhyahna; devotees fast and read the Ramayana. This day concludes the spring Navaratri.
Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 11:08–13:54
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Navaratri, day 8: Siddhidatri · Durga
Navaratri day. Siddhidatri — bestower of siddhis, the spiritual perfections; she completes the nine nights.
- Chaitra Navaratri (spring), day 8
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga all day
Krakacha Yoga 05:35–17:17 Jwalamukhi Yoga 18:20–05:33 (12.04)
Anandadi: Matanga 05:35–18:20 Anandadi: Rakshasa 18:20–05:33 (12.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:14–04:54 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:50–15:45 |
| Godhuli | 19:27–19:47 |
| Pradosha | 19:27–21:28 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:50 (12.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:06–13:40 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:31–14:15 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:19–09:03 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:47–12:31 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:03–12:59 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 17:17–18:20
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 17:17–18:20 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 17:17–18:20 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 17:17–18:20 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Pushya until 18:20, Ashlesha from 18:20; tithi Shukla-navami until 17:17, Shukla-dashami from 17:17; lagna Mina 05:35, Mesha 05:45, Vrishabha 06:38, Mithuna 08:07, Karka 10:32, Simha 13:31, Kanya 16:32
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Pushya (until 18:20) — increase in wealth; Ashlesha (from 18:20) — physical affliction (suffering); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-navami 05:35–17:17: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Pushya 05:35–18:20+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Matanga 05:35–18:20+1 Yoga Dhriti 05:35–21:27+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 17:17–05:33 (12.04)0 Jwalamukhi Yoga 18:20–05:33 (12.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 18:20–05:33 (12.04)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 18:20–05:33 (12.04)−2 Rikta tithi 05:35–17:17−3 Krakacha Yoga 05:35–17:17
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Ravi Yoga, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — after 18:03 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
At sunrise 05:33
| Tithi | 10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 16:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Ashlesha, pada 2 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 18:03 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 19:36 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 16:16 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Karka (Cancer) |
Changes during the day
| from 16:16 | tithi Shukla-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 16:16 | karana Vanija |
| from 18:03 | nakshatra Magha |
| from 19:36 | yoga Ganda |
| from 03:54 (13.04) | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:53 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:33 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:29 |
| End of twilight | 20:08 |
| Moonrise | 13:28 |
| Moonset | 03:39 |
| Day length | 13 h 56 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 7, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:16 | from 18:03 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (18:03–19:29) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Festivals and periods
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:33–16:16 Ravi Yoga 05:33–18:03
Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:33–16:16
Anandadi: Amrita 05:33–18:03 Anandadi: Musala 18:03–05:30 (13.04)
- Bhadra on earth: 03:54–15:38 (13.04); Bhadra Puchha 08:37–09:47 (13.04); Bhadra Mukha 09:47–11:44 (13.04)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 12:06–00:03 (13.04)
- Gandanta (tithi): 15:53–16:40
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:12–04:52 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:03–12:59 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:50–15:46 |
| Godhuli | 19:29–19:49 |
| Pradosha | 19:29–21:29 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:49 (13.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:29–18:03 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:15–16:00 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:33–07:17 |
| Gulika Kalam | 09:02–10:46 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:11–11:07, 15:46–16:42 |
| Varjyam | 06:59–08:34 |
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, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 05:33–16:16, 16:28–19:29 |
| Cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashlesha until 18:03, Magha from 18:03; tithi Shukla-dashami until 16:16, Shukla-ekadashi from 16:16; lagna Mina 05:33, Mesha 05:41, Vrishabha 06:34, Mithuna 08:03, Karka 10:29, Simha 13:27, Kanya 16:28, Tula 19:28
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha (until 18:03) — physical affliction (suffering); Magha (from 18:03) — loss of property; Thursday — success.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time begins after 18:03
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:33–18:03+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:33–16:16+1 Anandadi: Amrita 05:33–18:03+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:33–16:160 Jwalamukhi Yoga 05:33–16:16 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Kharmas0 Anandadi: Musala 18:03–05:30 (13.04)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:33–18:03
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Sankranti day |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Period | Kharmas |
| Festivals | Mesha Sankranti (Vaisakhi, Vishu) · Kamada Ekadashi |
At sunrise 05:30
| Tithi | 11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 15:38 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Magha, pada 2 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 18:08 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 18:02 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 15:38 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mina (Pisces), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:38 | tithi Shukla-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 15:38 | karana Bava |
| from 18:02 | yoga Vriddhi |
| from 18:08 | nakshatra Purva-Phalguni |
| from 03:26 (14.04) | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:51 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:30 |
| Noon | 12:30 |
| Sunset | 19:31 |
| End of twilight | 20:10 |
| Moonrise | 14:51 |
| Moonset | 03:53 |
| Day length | 14 h 00 min |
Sky
| Mesha Sankranti | 16:39 — the Sun enters Mesha (Aries) |
|---|
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
| task | at sunrise | from 15:38 | from 18:08 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (05:30–18:08) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (18:08–19:31) is good for root crops.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:30–15:38: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Mesha Sankranti (Vaisakhi, Vishu) · Surya
The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Aries — the beginning of the solar year: Vaisakhi in Punjab (harvest festival and the founding of the Khalsa), Vishu in Kerala, Puthandu (Tamil New Year), Pana Sankranti in Odisha.
Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 12:39–19:31
on the day the Sun enters the sign
Kamada Ekadashi · Vishnu
The first Ekadashi of the new lunar year (Chaitra, bright half). “Fulfiller of desires”: according to the Puranas, the fast removes grave misdeeds and helps fulfil righteous wishes. Devotees fast and worship Vishnu.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 16:16 (12.04)–15:38
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 05:28–08:17 (14.04)
- Kharmas
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:30–15:38 Ravi Yoga 16:39–18:08 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:08–05:28 (14.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:38–05:28 (14.04)
Anandadi: Siddhi 18:08–05:28 (14.04) Anandadi: Kana 05:30–18:08
- Bhadra on earth: 03:54–15:38; Bhadra Puchha 08:37–09:47; Bhadra Mukha 09:47–11:44
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:10–04:50 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:51–15:47 |
| Godhuli | 19:31–19:51 |
| Pradosha | 19:31–21:30 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:49 (14.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:43–17:20 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:45–12:30 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:01–17:46 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:15–09:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:18–09:14, 12:58–13:54 |
| Varjyam | 06:06–07:42, 02:16–03:54 (14.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:30–15:38, 16:24–19:31 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Magha until 18:08, Purva-Phalguni from 18:08; tithi Shukla-ekadashi until 15:38, Shukla-dvadashi from 15:38; lagna Mina 05:30, Mesha 05:37, Vrishabha 06:30, Mithuna 07:59, Karka 10:25, Simha 13:23, Kanya 16:24, Tula 19:24
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 18:08) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 18:08) — ill health; Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Sankranti at 16:39 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Bhadra on earth 05:30–15:38: 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:
- Ekadashi: by custom, those who fast on this day do not cut their hair or shave.
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Magha nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth, Sankranti day
+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:30–15:380 Ravi Yoga 16:39–18:080 Yoga Vriddhi 18:02–05:28 (14.04)0 Anandadi: Siddhi 18:08–05:28 (14.04)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 18:08–05:28 (14.04)0 Kharmas0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 15:38–05:28 (14.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:30–15:38 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:30–18:08−3 Anandadi: Kana 05:30–18:08−3 Bhadra on earth 05:30–15:38
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Vriddhi; cons: Fierce or sharp nakshatra, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Shani Pradosha |
At sunrise 05:28
| Tithi | 12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 15:21 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Phalguni, pada 2 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 18:33 more |
| Yoga | Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 16:44 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 15:21 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Simha (Leo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:21 | tithi Shukla-triodashi |
|---|---|
| from 15:21 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:44 | yoga Dhruva |
| from 18:33 | nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni |
| from 03:20 (15.04) | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:48 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:28 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:33 |
| End of twilight | 20:13 |
| Moonrise | 16:11 |
| Moonset | 04:05 |
| Day length | 14 h 05 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 2, bad — 5
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:21 | from 18:33 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (05:28–18:33) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (18:33–19:33) is good for sowing.
Festivals and periods
Shani Pradosha · Shiva
Pradosha on a Saturday. According to legend, Shiva drank the Halahala poison on a Saturday Trayodashi, so fasting on this day pacifies Shani (Saturn) and softens his harsh influence.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 19:33–21:31
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:28–18:33 Anandadi: Utpata 18:33–05:25 (15.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:08–04:48 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:51–15:47 |
| Godhuli | 19:33–19:53 |
| Pradosha | 19:33–21:31 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:49 (15.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:02–13:40 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:59–10:44 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:16–16:01 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:28–07:13 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:28–06:24, 06:24–07:20 |
| Varjyam | 01:59–03:39 (15.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:20–19:33
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 16:20–19:33 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 18:33–19:33 |
| Cutting toenails | average 16:20–19:33 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 16:20–19:33 |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 18:33, Uttara-Phalguni from 18:33; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 15:21, Shukla-triodashi from 15:21; lagna Mina 05:28, Mesha 05:33, Vrishabha 06:26, Mithuna 07:55, Karka 10:21, Simha 13:19, Kanya 16:20, Tula 19:20
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 18:33) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 18:33) — destruction of all diseases; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Yoga Vriddhi 05:28–16:440 Auspicious tithi 15:21–05:25 (15.04)0 Auspicious nakshatra 18:33–05:25 (15.04)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:28–18:33−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:28–18:33
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Best day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Mitra; auspicious time — until 15:26 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Mahavir Jayanti |
At sunrise 05:25
| Tithi | 13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 15:26 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Phalguni, pada 2 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 19:21 more |
| Yoga | Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 15:45 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 15:26 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:26 | tithi Shukla-chaturdashi |
|---|---|
| from 15:26 | karana Gara |
| from 15:45 | yoga Vyaghata |
| from 19:21 | nakshatra Hasta |
| from 03:37 (16.04) | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:45 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:25 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:35 |
| End of twilight | 20:15 |
| Moonrise | 17:30 |
| Moonset | 04:16 |
| Day length | 14 h 09 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 1, average — 12, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 15:26 | from 19:21 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (05:25–19:21) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (19:21–19:35) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 15:26–19:35: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Festivals and periods
Mahavir Jayanti · Mahavira
The birthday of Mahavira, the twenty-fourth Tirthankara of the Jains: processions, ritual bathing of images and charity.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:21 (14.04)–15:26
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day Amrita Siddhi Yoga 19:21–05:23 (16.04) Ravi Yoga 19:21–05:23 (16.04)
Anandadi: Mitra 05:25–19:21 Anandadi: Manasa 19:21–05:23 (16.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:06–04:46 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:02–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:52–15:48 |
| Godhuli | 19:35–19:54 |
| Pradosha | 19:35–21:32 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:48 (16.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 11:55–13:34 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:49–19:35 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:30–14:16 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:02–17:49 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:41–18:38 |
| Varjyam | 04:10–05:50 (16.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:25–15:26
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:25–15:26 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 06:22–13:15 |
| Cutting toenails | average 05:25–15:26 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:25–15:26, 16:16–19:35 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 19:21, Hasta from 19:21; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 15:26, Shukla-chaturdashi from 15:26; lagna Mina 05:25, Mesha 05:29, Vrishabha 06:22, Mithuna 07:51, Karka 10:17, Simha 13:15, Kanya 16:16, Tula 19:16
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 19:21) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 19:21) — imparting radiance (to the person); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 15:26–19:35: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Uttara-Phalguni nakshatra 4 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Best day · score S = +6
The total of auspicious factors is high and there are no prohibitions: suitable for important undertakings.
Auspicious time ends by 15:26
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Anandadi: Mitra 05:25–19:21+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:25–19:21+1 Yoga Dhruva 05:25–15:45+1 Auspicious tithi 05:25–15:260 Ravi Yoga 19:21–05:23 (16.04)0 Yoga Vyaghata 15:45–19:15−1 Rikta tithi 15:26–05:23 (16.04)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Anandadi: Vajra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 05:23
| Tithi | 14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 15:55 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Hasta, pada 2 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 20:32 more |
| Yoga | Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 15:05 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 15:55 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 15:05 | yoga Harshana |
|---|---|
| from 15:55 | tithi Purnima |
| from 15:55 | karana Vishti |
| from 20:32 | nakshatra Chitra |
| from 04:19 (17.04) | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:43 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:23 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:37 |
| End of twilight | 20:17 |
| Moonrise | 18:48 |
| Moonset | 04:28 |
| Day length | 14 h 14 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
| task | at sunrise | from 15:55 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (05:23–19:37) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 15:55–19:37: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:23–15:55: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:23–20:32
Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 20:32–05:20 (17.04)
Anandadi: Vajra 05:23–20:32 Anandadi: Mudgara 20:32–05:20 (17.04)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 15:55–04:19 (17.04); Bhadra Puchha 00:01–01:16 (17.04); Bhadra Mukha 01:16–03:20 (17.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:04–04:43 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:52–15:49 |
| Godhuli | 19:37–19:56 |
| Pradosha | 19:37–21:33 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:48 (17.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:14–15:55 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 07:09–08:56 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:43–12:30 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:16–16:03 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:58–13:55, 15:49–16:46 |
| Varjyam | 04:10–05:50, 05:04–06:47 (17.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 16:12–19:37 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Hasta; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 15:55, Purnima from 15:55; lagna Mina 05:23, Mesha 05:25, Vrishabha 06:18, Mithuna 07:47, Karka 10:13, Simha 13:11, Kanya 16:12, Tula 19:12
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta — imparting radiance (to the person); Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Shukla-chaturdashi 05:23–15:55: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
- Purnima 15:55–19:37: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 05:23–20:32+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:23–20:32+1 Auspicious weekday0 Yoga Harshana 15:05–05:20 (17.04)−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 15:55–04:19 (17.04)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 05:23–20:32−2 Rikta tithi 05:23–15:55
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Harshana; cons: Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Dhwanksha |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more |
| Paksha | Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Hanuman Jayanti · Chaitra Purnima (Chitra Pournami) |
At sunrise 05:20
| Tithi | 15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 16:50 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Chitra, pada 2 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 22:09 more |
| Yoga | Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 14:44 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 16:50 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Kanya (Virgo) |
Changes during the day
| from 14:44 | yoga Vajra |
|---|---|
| from 16:50 | tithi Krishna-pratipat |
| from 16:50 | karana Balava |
| from 22:09 | nakshatra Swati |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:40 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:20 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:39 |
| End of twilight | 20:19 |
| Moonrise | 20:05 |
| Moonset | 04:41 |
| Day length | 14 h 18 min |
Sky
| Full moon (Purnima) | 16:50 |
|---|
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 0, average — 9, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 16:50 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (05:20–19:39) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Hanuman Jayanti · Hanuman
The birthday of Hanuman (in the northern tradition — on the full moon of Chaitra, at sunrise). Devotees read the Hanuman Chalisa and the Sundara Kanda and offer Hanuman sindoor and oil; in South India his birthday is celebrated on other days.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:55 (16.04)–16:50
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Chaitra Purnima (Chitra Pournami) · Chandra (the Moon)
The full moon of the month of Chaitra. A holy bath is taken and charity is given; in North India, Hanuman Jayanti is celebrated on this day.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 15:55 (16.04)–16:50
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:50–05:18 (18.04)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 22:09–05:18 (18.04) Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:20–22:09
- Gandanta (tithi): 16:25–17:15
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:02–04:41 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:01–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:53–15:50 |
| Godhuli | 19:39–19:58 |
| Pradosha | 19:39–21:35 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:47 (18.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 15:19–17:01 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:04–17:51 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:55–10:42 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:29–14:17 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:12–09:09, 23:30–00:09 (18.04) |
| Varjyam | 05:04–06:47, 04:13–05:57 (18.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 16:50–19:39
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, shaving | average 16:50–19:39 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 16:50–19:39 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 06:14–13:07, 16:08–19:39 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Chitra; tithi Purnima until 16:50, Krishna-pratipat from 16:50; lagna Mina 05:20, Mesha 05:21, Vrishabha 06:14, Mithuna 07:43, Karka 10:09, Simha 13:07, Kanya 16:08, Tula 19:08
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Purnima 05:20–16:50: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = 0
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:20–22:09+1 Yoga Harshana 05:20–14:440 Auspicious tithi 16:50–05:18 (18.04)0 Yoga Vajra 14:44–15:560 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:50–05:18 (18.04)−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 05:20–22:09−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Samvartaka Yoga, Anandadi: Dhumra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 05:18
| Tithi | 1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 18:12 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Swati, pada 2 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 00:11 (19.04) more |
| Yoga | Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 14:44 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 05:28 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:28 | karana Kaulava |
|---|---|
| from 14:44 | yoga Siddhi |
| from 18:12 | tithi Krishna-dvitya |
| from 18:12 | karana Taitila |
| from 00:11 (19.04) | nakshatra Vishakha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:37 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:18 |
| Noon | 12:29 |
| Sunset | 19:41 |
| End of twilight | 20:22 |
| Moonrise | 21:22 |
| Moonset | 04:56 |
| Day length | 14 h 23 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 18:12 |
|---|
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, Swati (05:18–19:41) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:12–05:15 (19.04)
Samvartaka Yoga 05:18–18:12
Anandadi: Prajapati 00:11–05:15 (19.04) Anandadi: Dhumra 05:18–00:11 (19.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 04:00–04:39 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:53–15:51 |
| Godhuli | 19:41–20:00 |
| Pradosha | 19:41–21:36 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:47 (19.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:38–16:22 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:29–14:17 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 07:05–08:53 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:41–12:29 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:00–12:58 |
| Varjyam | 04:13–05:57 |
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, shaving | average throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:10–13:03, 16:04–19:41 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Swati; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 18:12, Krishna-dvitya from 18:12; lagna Mesha 05:18, Vrishabha 06:10, Mithuna 07:39, Karka 10:05, Simha 13:03, Kanya 16:04, Tula 19:04
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
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 05:18–00:11 (19.04)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:18–18:12+1 Yoga Siddhi 14:44–05:15 (19.04)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 18:12–05:15 (19.04)−1 Anandadi: Dhumra 05:18–00:11 (19.04)−3 Samvartaka Yoga 05:18–18:12
| Summary | Favourable day — Yoga Siddhi, Anandadi: Vardhamana; auspicious time — until 15:05 |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 05:15
| Tithi | 2Krishna-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 20:00 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Vishakha, pada 1 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 02:39 (20.04) more |
| Yoga | Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 15:05 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 07:03 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Tula (Libra) |
Changes during the day
| from 07:03 | karana Gara |
|---|---|
| from 15:05 | yoga Vyatipata |
| from 20:00 | tithi Krishna-tritya |
| from 20:00 | karana Vanija |
| from 02:39 (20.04) | nakshatra Anuradha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:34 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:15 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:43 |
| End of twilight | 20:24 |
| Moonrise | 22:34 |
| Moonset | 05:16 |
| Day length | 14 h 27 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 7, average — 6, bad — 0
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at 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, Vishakha (05:15–19:43) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 02:39–05:13 (20.04)
Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:15–02:39 (20.04) Anandadi: Ananda 02:39–05:13 (20.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:59–04:37 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:54–15:51 |
| Godhuli | 19:43–20:02 |
| Pradosha | 19:43–21:37 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:47 (20.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 16:57–18:43 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:17–16:06 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 05:15–07:04 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:52–10:41 |
| Dur Muhurta | 10:04–11:02, 15:51–16:49 |
| Varjyam | 06:22–08:08 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:06–12:59
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, shaving | average 06:06–12:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 06:06–12:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Vishakha; tithi Krishna-dvitya; lagna Mesha 05:15, Vrishabha 06:06, Mithuna 07:35, Karka 10:01, Simha 12:59, Kanya 16:00, Tula 19:00
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:
- Vyatipata 15:05–19:43: 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
Favourable day · score S = +4
Auspicious factors outweigh inauspicious ones: ordinary matters can be started.
Auspicious time ends by 15:05
+2 Yoga Siddhi 05:15–15:05+1 Anandadi: Vardhamana 05:15–02:39 (20.04)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:15–20:00−1 Vyatipata 15:05–05:13 (20.04)
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Vishti (Bhadra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Sankashti Chaturthi (Vikata) |
At sunrise 05:13
| Tithi | 3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 22:13 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 05:29 (21.04) more |
| Yoga | Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 15:45 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 09:04 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:04 | karana Vishti |
|---|---|
| from 15:45 | yoga Variyana |
| from 22:13 | tithi Krishna-chaturti |
| from 22:13 | karana Bava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:32 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:13 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:45 |
| End of twilight | 20:26 |
| Moonrise | 23:40 |
| Moonset | 05:42 |
| Day length | 14 h 32 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 10, average — 0, bad — 3
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at 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, Anuradha (05:13–19:45) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 09:04–19:45: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Festivals and periods
Sankashti Chaturthi (Vikata) · Ganesha
The monthly fast for Ganesha on the fourth day of the waning Moon — the “trouble-removing” Chaturthi. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise, then perform Ganesha Puja and offer water to the Moon (arghya).
Rule: at moonrise, 23:40
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the first is chosen by rule
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day
Anandadi: Rakshasa all day
- Bhadra in heaven: 09:04–22:13; Bhadra Puchha 17:38–18:56; Bhadra Mukha 18:56–21:07
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:57–04:35 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 12:00–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:54–15:52 |
| Godhuli | 19:45–20:04 |
| Pradosha | 19:45–21:38 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:46 (21.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 17:51–19:39 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:40–12:29 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:07–17:56 |
| Gulika Kalam | 07:02–08:51 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:07–09:05, 12:58–13:56 |
| Varjyam | 07:08–08:55 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 15:45–19:45
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, shaving | average 15:45–19:45 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails | average 15:56–19:45 |
| Cutting toenails | average 15:45–19:45 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 06:02–12:55, 15:56–19:45 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Mesha 05:13, Vrishabha 06:02, Mithuna 07:32, Karka 09:57, Simha 12:55, Kanya 15:56, Tula 18:56
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:
- Vyatipata 05:13–15:45: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Cautions:
- The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Anuradha nakshatra 3 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
- 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 = 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: Vyatipata
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra all day+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 05:13–22:130 Yoga Variyana 15:45–05:10 (21.04)−1 Anandadi: Rakshasa all day−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 09:04–22:13−3 Vyatipata 05:13–15:45
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 05:10
| Tithi | 4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 00:43 (22.04) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Anuradha, pada 4 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 05:29 more |
| Yoga | Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 16:40 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 11:26 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:29 | nakshatra Jyestha |
|---|---|
| from 11:26 | karana Balava |
| from 16:40 | yoga Parigha |
| from 00:43 (22.04) | tithi Krishna-panchami |
| from 00:43 (22.04) | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:29 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:10 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:47 |
| End of twilight | 20:28 |
| Moonrise | none |
| Moonset | 06:18 |
| Day length | 14 h 36 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
| task | at sunrise | from 05:29 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (05:10–05:29) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Jyestha (05:29–19:47) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:10–00:43 (22.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 00:43–05:08 (22.04)
Anandadi: Amrita 05:10–05:29 Anandadi: Musala 05:29–05:08 (22.04)
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 01:46–15:20 (22.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:55–04:33 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:55–15:53 |
| Godhuli | 19:47–20:06 |
| Pradosha | 19:47–21:39 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:46 (22.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 22:38–00:26 (22.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:49–10:39 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:18–16:08 |
| Gulika Kalam | 05:10–07:00 |
| Dur Muhurta | 05:10–06:09, 06:09–07:07 |
| Varjyam | 11:48–13:36 |
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, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | bad throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha until 05:29, Jyestha from 05:29; tithi Krishna-chaturti; lagna Mesha 05:10, Vrishabha 05:59, Mithuna 07:28, Karka 09:53, Simha 12:51, Kanya 15:52, Tula 18:52
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Anuradha (until 05:29) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Jyestha (from 05:29) — 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-chaturti 05:10–19:47: 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.
- 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
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:10–00:43 (22.04)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:10–05:29+1 Yoga Variyana 05:10–16:400 Anandadi: Amrita 05:10–05:290 Yoga Parigha 16:40–05:08 (22.04)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:29–05:08 (22.04)−1 Anandadi: Musala 05:29–05:08 (22.04)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 05:10–00:43 (22.04)
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Siddhi; cons: Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 05:08
| Tithi | 5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 03:20 (23.04) more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Jyestha, pada 4 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 08:33 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 17:43 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 14:01 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:33 | nakshatra Mula |
|---|---|
| from 14:01 | karana Taitila |
| from 17:43 | yoga Shiva |
| from 03:20 (23.04) | tithi Krishna-shashti |
| from 03:20 (23.04) | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:26 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:08 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:49 |
| End of twilight | 20:31 |
| Moonrise | 00:36 |
| Moonset | 07:06 |
| Day length | 14 h 41 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 6, bad — 4
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at 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, Jyestha (05:08–08:33) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (08:33–19:49) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Muhurta
Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:33–05:05 (23.04) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:33–05:05 (23.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:20–05:05 (23.04)
Anandadi: Siddhi 08:33–05:05 (23.04) Anandadi: Kana 05:08–08:33
- Gandanta (nakshatra): 01:46–15:20
- Gandanta (tithi): 02:53–03:47 (23.04)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:53–04:30 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:55–15:54 |
| Godhuli | 19:49–20:07 |
| Pradosha | 19:49–21:40 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:46 (23.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:27–06:16 (23.04) |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 17:59–19:49 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:28–14:19 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:09–17:59 |
| Dur Muhurta | 17:51–18:50 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:55–12:47, 15:48–19:49
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, shaving | average 05:55–12:47, 15:48–19:49 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:55–12:47, 15:48–19:49 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:55–12:47, 15:48–19:49 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha until 08:33, Mula from 08:33; tithi Krishna-panchami; lagna Mesha 05:08, Vrishabha 05:55, Mithuna 07:24, Karka 09:49, Simha 12:47, Kanya 15:48, Tula 18:48
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Jyestha (until 08:33) — loss (reduction) of landed property (real estate); Mula (from 08:33) — ruin of the family; Sunday — physical well-being.
Cautions:
- Jyeshtha: favourable for shaving according to the Muhurta Chintamani and B. V. Raman (the rating above follows the Kalaprakashika, where it is avoided).
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = +1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 08:33–05:05 (23.04)+1 Anandadi: Siddhi 08:33–05:05 (23.04)+1 Auspicious tithi 05:08–03:20 (23.04)+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 08:33–05:05 (23.04)0 Yoga Shiva 17:43–05:05 (23.04)0 Yoga Parigha 05:08–05:11−1 Gandanta 05:08–15:20−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:08–08:33−3 Anandadi: Kana 05:08–08:33
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Yoga Shiva; cons: Tryahasparsha, Fierce or sharp nakshatra |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 05:05
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 05:52 (24.04) more the tithi will also last until tomorrow’s sunrise (tryahasparsha) |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Mula, pada 4 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 11:41 more Gandamula |
| Yoga | Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 18:45 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 16:38 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 11:41 | nakshatra Purva-Ashadha |
|---|---|
| from 16:38 | karana Vanija |
| from 18:45 | yoga Siddha |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:24 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:05 |
| Noon | 12:28 |
| Sunset | 19:51 |
| End of twilight | 20:33 |
| Moonrise | 01:19 |
| Moonset | 08:05 |
| Day length | 14 h 45 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 4, average — 8, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 11:41 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (05:05–11:41) is good for sowing, for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (11:41–19:51) is good for root crops.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 11:41–05:03 (24.04)
Hutashana Yoga all day Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day
Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:05–11:41 Anandadi: Utpata 11:41–05:03 (24.04)
- Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-shashti
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:51–04:28 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:59–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:56–15:55 |
| Godhuli | 19:51–20:09 |
| Pradosha | 19:51–21:41 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:45 (24.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 04:27–06:16 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:56–08:47 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:37–12:28 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:19–16:10 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:58–13:57, 15:55–16:54 |
| Varjyam | 09:53–11:41, 22:29–00:17 (24.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:51–12:43, 15:44–19:51
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, shaving | average 05:51–12:43, 15:44–19:51 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:51–12:43, 15:44–19:51 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 11:41–12:43, 15:44–19:51 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula until 11:41, Purva-Ashadha from 11:41; tithi Krishna-shashti; lagna Mesha 05:05, Vrishabha 05:51, Mithuna 07:20, Karka 09:45, Simha 12:43, Kanya 15:44, Tula 18:45
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula (until 11:41) — ruin of the family; Purva-Ashadha (from 11:41) — ruin of the family; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Monday: according to the Kalaprakashika, it is good for a haircut only during the waxing Moon.
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Ravi Yoga 11:41–05:03 (24.04)+1 Yoga Shiva 05:05–18:45+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Utpata 11:41–05:03 (24.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Hutashana Yoga all day (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) all day (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 05:05–11:41−1 Surya Dagdha tithi all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:05–11:41−2 Tryahasparsha
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 05:03
| Tithi | 6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 05:52 more vriddhi: the same tithi also prevailed at yesterday’s sunrise |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Ashadha, pada 3 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 14:40 more |
| Yoga | Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 19:38 more |
| Karana | Vanija (movable) · until 05:52 more |
| Vara | Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 05:52 | tithi Krishna-saptami |
|---|---|
| from 05:52 | karana Vishti |
| from 14:40 | nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha |
| from 19:01 | karana Bava |
| from 19:38 | yoga Sadhya |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:21 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:03 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:53 |
| End of twilight | 20:35 |
| Moonrise | 01:51 |
| Moonset | 09:12 |
| Day length | 14 h 49 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 2, average — 3, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 05:52 | from 14:40 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (05:03–14:40) is good for root crops.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (14:40–19:53) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 05:52–19:01: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Ravi Yoga 05:03–14:40 Tripushkar Yoga 14:40–05:01 (25.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:03–05:52 Hutashana Yoga 05:52–05:01 (25.04) Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:52–05:01 (25.04) Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 14:40–05:01 (25.04)
Anandadi: Mitra 05:03–14:40 Anandadi: Manasa 14:40–05:01 (25.04)
- Bhadra in the netherworld: 05:52–19:01; Bhadra Puchha 11:06–12:25; Bhadra Mukha 12:25–14:36
- Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-shashti
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 Muhurta | 03:49–04:26 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:56–15:56 |
| Godhuli | 19:53–20:11 |
| Pradosha | 19:53–21:42 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:45 (25.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:16–11:04 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 16:10–18:02 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 08:46–10:37 |
| Gulika Kalam | 12:28–14:19 |
| Dur Muhurta | 08:01–09:00, 23:32–00:09 (25.04) |
| Varjyam | 23:31–01:18 (25.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 05:52–12:39, 14:40–19:53
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 05:52–12:39, 14:40–19:53 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 05:52–12:39, 14:40–19:53 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:47–19:53 |
Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 14:40, Uttara-Ashadha from 14:40; tithi Krishna-shashti until 05:52, Krishna-saptami from 05:52; lagna Mesha 05:03, Vrishabha 05:47, Mithuna 07:16, Karka 09:41, Simha 12:39, Kanya 15:40, Tula 18:41
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 14:40) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 14:40) — improved health; Tuesday — harm to longevity.
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Yoga Siddha 05:03–19:38+2 Ravi Yoga 05:03–14:40+1 Anandadi: Mitra 05:03–14:400 Auspicious nakshatra 14:40–05:01 (25.04)0 Hutashana Yoga 05:52–05:01 (25.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:03–05:52 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Tripushkar Yoga 14:40–05:01 (25.04)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:52–05:01 (25.04) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 05:03–05:52−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 05:03–14:40−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 14:40–05:01 (25.04)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 05:52–19:01
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Kalashtami |
At sunrise 05:01
| Tithi | 7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 08:04 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Ashadha, pada 3 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 17:15 more |
| Yoga | Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 20:09 more |
| Karana | Bava (movable) · until 08:04 more |
| Vara | Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:04 | tithi Krishna-ashtami |
|---|---|
| from 08:04 | karana Balava |
| from 17:15 | nakshatra Shravana |
| from 20:09 | yoga Shubha |
| from 20:58 | karana Kaulava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:19 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 05:01 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:55 |
| End of twilight | 20:37 |
| Moonrise | 02:15 |
| Moonset | 10:26 |
| Day length | 14 h 54 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 11, average — 1, bad — 1
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 08:04 | from 17:15 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (05:01–17:15) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (17:15–19:55) is good for sowing.
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, 19:55–21:44
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:01–08:04
Hutashana Yoga 08:04–04:58 (26.04) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:04–04:58 (26.04)
Anandadi: Chhatra 19:00–04:58 (26.04) Anandadi: Vajra 05:01–10:39 Anandadi: Mudgara 10:39–19:00
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:48–04:24 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:57–15:56 |
| Godhuli | 19:55–20:13 |
| Pradosha | 19:55–21:44 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:45 (26.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 10:09–11:56 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 12:28–14:20 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 06:52–08:44 |
| Gulika Kalam | 10:36–12:28 |
| Dur Muhurta | 11:58–12:58 |
| Varjyam | 21:35–23:18 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 05:43–08:04
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | good 05:43–08:04 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 05:43–08:04 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 05:43–12:36, 15:37–19:55 |
Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 17:15, Shravana from 17:15; tithi Krishna-saptami until 08:04, Krishna-ashtami from 08:04; lagna Mesha 05:01, Vrishabha 05:43, Mithuna 07:12, Karka 09:37, Simha 12:36, Kanya 15:37, Tula 18:37
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 17:15) — improved health; Shravana (from 17:15) — 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-ashtami 08:04–19:55: 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
Ordinary day · score S = −1
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 05:01–08:04+1 Auspicious nakshatra 05:01–17:15+1 Yoga Sadhya 05:01–20:09+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Chhatra 19:00–04:58 (26.04)−1 Ashtami 08:04–04:58 (26.04)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 05:01–10:39−2 Hutashana Yoga 08:04–04:58 (26.04)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:04–04:58 (26.04)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Krakacha Yoga, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 04:58
| Tithi | 8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:42 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 19:13 more |
| Yoga | Shubha (“goodness, happiness”, auspicious) · until 20:11 more |
| Karana | Kaulava (movable) · until 09:42 more |
| Vara | Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:42 | tithi Krishna-navami |
|---|---|
| from 09:42 | karana Taitila |
| from 19:13 | nakshatra Dhanishtha |
| from 20:11 | yoga Shukla |
| from 22:15 | karana Gara |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:16 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:58 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:57 |
| End of twilight | 20:40 |
| Moonrise | 02:33 |
| Moonset | 11:42 |
| Day length | 14 h 58 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
| task | at sunrise | from 09:42 | from 19:13 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (04:58–19:13) is good for sowing.
Muhurta
Krakacha Yoga 04:58–09:42 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:58–09:42 Hutashana Yoga 09:42–04:56 (27.04) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:42–04:56 (27.04)
Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:58–19:13 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 19:13–04:56 (27.04)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:46–04:22 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:58–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:57–15:57 |
| Godhuli | 19:57–20:15 |
| Pradosha | 19:57–21:45 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:44 (27.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 07:58–09:42 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 14:20–16:12 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 04:58–06:51 |
| Gulika Kalam | 08:43–10:35 |
| Dur Muhurta | 09:58–10:58, 15:57–16:57 |
| Varjyam | 23:26–01:06 (27.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | no suitable window — see the prohibitions below |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 05:39–09:42 |
Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shravana until 19:13, Dhanishtha from 19:13; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 09:42, Krishna-navami from 09:42; lagna Mesha 04:58, Vrishabha 05:39, Mithuna 07:08, Karka 09:34, Simha 12:32, Kanya 15:33, Tula 18:33
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 19:13) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 19:13) — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-ashtami 04:58–09:42: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
- Krishna-navami 09:42–19:57: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Yoga Shubha 04:58–20:11+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 04:58–19:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:58–19:13+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Rikta tithi 09:42–04:56 (27.04)−2 Hutashana Yoga 09:42–04:56 (27.04)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:58–09:42−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:42–04:56 (27.04)−3 Krakacha Yoga 04:58–09:42
| Summary | Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Prajapati, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 04:56
| Tithi | 9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 10:36 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Dhanishtha, pada 2 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 20:26 more |
| Yoga | Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 19:37 more |
| Karana | Gara (movable) · until 10:36 more |
| Vara | Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Makara (Capricorn) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:36 | tithi Krishna-dashami |
|---|---|
| from 10:36 | karana Vanija |
| from 19:37 | yoga Brahma |
| from 20:26 | nakshatra Shatabhisha |
| from 22:45 | karana Vishti |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:13 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:56 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 19:59 |
| End of twilight | 20:42 |
| Moonrise | 02:48 |
| Moonset | 13:00 |
| Day length | 15 h 02 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
| task | at sunrise | from 10:36 |
|---|
Muhurta
Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:56–10:36 Hutashana Yoga 10:36–04:54 (28.04)
Anandadi: Prajapati 04:56–20:26 Anandadi: Saumya 20:26–04:54 (28.04)
- Bhadra on earth: 22:45–10:40 (28.04); Bhadra Puchha 00:26–01:39 (28.04); Bhadra Mukha 01:39–03:39 (28.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 07:56–17:22 (01.05)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:44–04:20 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:58–15:58 |
| Godhuli | 19:59–20:17 |
| Pradosha | 19:59–21:46 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:44 (28.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 09:31–11:12 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 10:35–12:27 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 16:13–18:06 |
| Gulika Kalam | 06:49–08:42 |
| Dur Muhurta | 07:57–08:57, 12:58–13:58 |
| Varjyam | 03:45–05:23 (28.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: good 10:36–12:28, 15:29–19:59
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, shaving | good 10:36–12:28, 15:29–19:59 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | good 10:36–12:28, 15:29–19:59 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 10:36–12:28, 15:29–19:59 |
Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha; tithi Krishna-navami until 10:36, Krishna-dashami from 10:36; lagna Mesha 04:56, Vrishabha 05:35, Mithuna 07:04, Karka 09:30, Simha 12:28, Kanya 15:29, Tula 18:29
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha — longevity (increased vitality); Friday — universal respect.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Krishna-navami 04:56–10:36: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
- Friday: B. V. Raman advises against cutting nails (the rating above is the site’s summary, which uses the same weekdays for nails as for haircuts, so Friday counts as auspicious).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Ordinary day · score S = −2
Auspicious and inauspicious factors are balanced: a day for routine matters; important matters are best timed for favourable days.
+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 04:56–20:26+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:56–20:26+1 Yoga Shukla 04:56–19:37+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Panchaka 07:56–04:54 (28.04)−2 Hutashana Yoga 10:36–04:54 (28.04)−2 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:56–10:36−2 Rikta tithi 04:56–10:36
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Hutashana Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
At sunrise 04:54
| Tithi | 10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 10:40 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Shatabhisha, pada 2 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 20:49 more |
| Yoga | Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 18:22 more |
| Karana | Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:40 more |
| Vara | Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 10:40 | tithi Krishna-ekadashi |
|---|---|
| from 10:40 | karana Bava |
| from 18:22 | yoga Indra |
| from 20:49 | nakshatra Purva-Bhadra |
| from 22:23 | karana Balava |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:11 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:54 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 20:01 |
| End of twilight | 20:44 |
| Moonrise | 03:01 |
| Moonset | 14:20 |
| Day length | 15 h 07 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 6, average — 5, bad — 2
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 10:40 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (04:54–20:01) is good for sowing.
- Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 04:54–10:40: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:54–10:40 Hutashana Yoga 10:40–04:51 (29.04)
Anandadi: Ananda 04:54–20:49 Anandadi: Kaladanda 20:49–04:51 (29.04)
- Bhadra on earth: 22:45 (27.04)–10:40; Bhadra Puchha 00:26–01:39; Bhadra Mukha 01:39–03:39
- Chora Panchaka: 07:56 (27.04)–17:22 (01.05)
- Gandanta (tithi): 10:16–11:03
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:42–04:18 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:59–15:59 |
| Godhuli | 20:01–20:19 |
| Pradosha | 20:01–21:47 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:44 (29.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 13:31–15:08 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 08:41–10:34 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 14:21–16:14 |
| Gulika Kalam | 04:54–06:47 |
| Dur Muhurta | 04:54–05:54, 05:54–06:55 |
| Varjyam | 03:45–05:23, 03:06–04:41 (29.04) |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 10:40–12:24, 15:25–20:01
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | average 10:40–12:24, 15:25–20:01 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 10:40–12:24, 15:25–20:01 |
| Bathing, washing hair | average throughout the daytime |
Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shatabhisha; tithi Krishna-dashami until 10:40, Krishna-ekadashi from 10:40; lagna Mesha 04:54, Vrishabha 05:31, Mithuna 07:00, Karka 09:26, Simha 12:24, Kanya 15:25, Tula 18:25
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha — gaining strength; Saturday — decline of physical strength.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Bhadra on earth 04:54–10:40: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).
Cautions:
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3
There is a mild prohibition (Amavasya, Krishna Chaturdashi, Bhadra on earth, Vyatipata, Vaidhriti, kshaya tithi, Sankranti, Ashubha Yoga) or the total score is -3 or lower: the day is unfavourable for important new matters, but suitable for fasting, prayer and everyday work.
+2 Yoga Brahma 04:54–18:22+1 Anandadi: Ananda 04:54–20:49+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:54–20:49−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Bhadra on earth 04:54–10:40−2 Hutashana Yoga 10:40–04:51 (29.04)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:54–10:40
| Summary | Unfavourable day — many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower), Krakacha Yoga |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Varuthini Ekadashi |
At sunrise 04:51
| Tithi | 11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 09:52 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Purva-Bhadra, pada 2 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 20:23 more |
| Yoga | Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 16:26 more |
| Karana | Balava (movable) · until 09:52 more |
| Vara | Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius) |
Changes during the day
| from 09:52 | tithi Krishna-dvadashi |
|---|---|
| from 09:52 | karana Kaulava |
| from 16:26 | yoga Vaidhriti |
| from 20:23 | nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra |
| from 21:10 | karana Taitila |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:08 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:51 |
| Noon | 12:27 |
| Sunset | 20:03 |
| End of twilight | 20:47 |
| Moonrise | 03:13 |
| Moonset | 15:42 |
| Day length | 15 h 11 min |
Gardener’s calendar
tasks at sunrise: good — 3, average — 2, bad — 8
score from weekday, nakshatra and tithi: 5–6 good, 3–4 average, 0–2 bad
| task | at sunrise | from 09:52 |
|---|
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, Purva-Bhadra (04:51–20:03) is good for root crops.
Festivals and periods
Varuthini Ekadashi · Vishnu
The Ekadashi of the dark half of Chaitra (Vaishakha in North India). “Protective”: the fast guards against misfortune and brings good luck; Vamana is worshipped.
Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 10:40 (28.04)–09:52
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 04:49–07:52 (30.04)
Muhurta
Tripushkar Yoga 09:52–20:23 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 20:23–04:49 (30.04)
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:51–09:52 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:52–04:49 (30.04) Hutashana Yoga 09:52–04:49 (30.04) Krakacha Yoga 09:52–04:49 (30.04)
Anandadi: Chara 04:51–20:23 Anandadi: Sthira 20:23–04:49 (30.04)
- Chora Panchaka: 07:56 (27.04)–17:22 (01.05)
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 Muhurta | 03:41–04:16 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 14:59–16:00 |
| Godhuli | 20:03–20:21 |
| Pradosha | 20:03–21:48 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:44 (30.04) |
| Amrita Kalam | 12:32–14:06 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 18:09–20:03 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 12:27–14:21 |
| Gulika Kalam | 16:15–18:09 |
| Dur Muhurta | 18:01–19:02 |
| Varjyam | none on this day |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: bad throughout the daytime
Windows are the best daytime hours according to the site’s summary rating, excluding the times of the day’s prohibitions (see below).
| Cutting hair, shaving | bad throughout the daytime |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | bad throughout the daytime |
| Bathing, washing hair | average 05:27–09:52 |
Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 09:52, Krishna-dvadashi from 09:52; lagna Mesha 04:51, Vrishabha 05:27, Mithuna 06:56, Karka 09:22, Simha 12:20, Kanya 15:21, Tula 18:21
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra — facing death (dangers); Sunday — physical well-being.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 16:26–20:03: 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.
- Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar
Day summary
Unfavourable day · score S = −8
A strict prohibition (a visible eclipse; Visha Yoga of the weekday, tithi and nakshatra; Amrita Siddhi turned to poison; Yamaghanta; the Anandadi yoga Mrityu) or a total score of -7 or lower: any new undertakings are best postponed.
Strict prohibition: many inauspicious factors (total score -7 or lower)
+2 Yoga Indra 04:51–16:26+1 Anandadi: Chara 04:51–20:230 Tripushkar Yoga 09:52–20:23−1 Vaidhriti 16:26–04:49 (30.04)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 04:51–20:23−2 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 09:52–04:49 (30.04)−2 Hutashana Yoga 09:52–04:49 (30.04)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:51–09:52−3 Krakacha Yoga 09:52–04:49 (30.04)
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
| Summary | Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) |
|---|---|
| Month | Chaitra (amanta) · Vaishakha (purnimanta) more |
| Paksha | Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon) |
| Samvatsara | Pramadi (No. 47) · Shaka 1895 · Vikram 2030 more |
| Festivals | Soma Pradosha |
At sunrise 04:49
| Tithi | 12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 08:16 more |
|---|---|
| Nakshatra | Uttara-Bhadra, pada 2 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 19:11 more |
| Yoga | Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 13:54 more |
| Karana | Taitila (movable) · until 08:16 more |
| Vara | Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more |
| Signs | Sun: Mesha (Aries), Moon: Mina (Pisces) |
Changes during the day
| from 08:16 | tithi Krishna-trayodashi |
|---|---|
| from 08:16 | karana Gara |
| from 13:54 | yoga Vishkambha |
| from 19:11 | nakshatra Revati |
| from 19:12 | karana Vanija |
Sun and Moon
| Dawn | 04:06 |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 04:49 |
| Noon | 12:26 |
| Sunset | 20:05 |
| End of twilight | 20:49 |
| Moonrise | 03:25 |
| Moonset | 17:08 |
| Day length | 15 h 15 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
| task | at sunrise | from 08:16 | from 19:11 |
|---|
The Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX) uses a different method, which the site’s summary does not take into account; it may disagree with the table and the tooltips:
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (04:49–19:11) is good for sowing.
- According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (19:11–20:05) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Festivals and periods
Soma Pradosha · Shiva
A Pradosha falling on a Monday — the day of the Moon and Shiva: especially favourable for the fulfilment of wishes and for family well-being.
Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 20:05–21:49
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Muhurta
Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:49–08:16
Anandadi: Matanga 19:11–04:47 (01.05) Anandadi: Gada 04:49–19:11
- Chora Panchaka: 07:56 (27.04)–17:22 (01.05)
Timings of the day
Favourable
| Brahma Muhurta | 03:39–04:14 |
|---|---|
| Abhijit Muhurta | 11:57–12:58 |
| Vijaya Muhurta | 15:00–16:01 |
| Godhuli | 20:05–20:22 |
| Pradosha | 20:05–21:49 |
| Nishitha | 00:09–00:43 (01.05) |
| Amrita Kalam | 14:37–16:09 |
Unfavourable
| Rahu Kalam | 06:44–08:38 |
|---|---|
| Yamaganda | 10:33–12:27 |
| Gulika Kalam | 14:22–16:16 |
| Dur Muhurta | 12:58–13:59, 16:01–17:02 |
| Varjyam | 05:30–07:01 |
Haircut and shaving
Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:54–20:05
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, shaving | average 13:54–20:05 |
|---|---|
| Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails | average 13:54–20:05 |
| Bathing, washing hair | good 05:23–12:16, 15:17–20:05 |
Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 19:11, Revati from 19:11; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 08:16, Krishna-trayodashi from 08:16; lagna Mesha 04:49, Vrishabha 05:23, Mithuna 06:52, Karka 09:18, Simha 12:16, Kanya 15:17, Tula 18:17
Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 19:11) — a good life; Revati (from 19:11) — increase in property; Monday — clear, bright complexion.
Prohibitions of the day — their times are excluded from the windows for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting:
- Vaidhriti 04:49–13:54: 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).
- 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 = −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: Vaidhriti
+1 Auspicious nakshatra 04:49–19:11+1 Auspicious weekday0 Anandadi: Matanga 19:11–04:47 (01.05)−1 Anandadi: Gada 04:49–19:11−1 Panchaka all day−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:49–08:16−3 Vaidhriti 04:49–13:54
Practice day: A special day for fasting, puja and spiritual practice (Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya, Shivaratri, Sankranti, a festival). The cell colour does not change.
Patron: Govinda; Aditya — Parjanya. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Phalguni. Ritu: Shishira.
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.
Northern samvatsara: Krodhana (No. 59)
Shaka Samvat 1894 · Vikram Samvat 2029 · Kali Yuga 5073
Next year — Pramadi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 3.04.1973
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.
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).
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Shatabhisha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and other samskaras. Good for prayer, charity and pilgrimage.
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.
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 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).
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.
“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).
Began on a Friday: danger of theft and loss — journeys, business deals and major purchases are avoided.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.
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.
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.
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.
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.
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.
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.
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.
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.
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.
“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.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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).
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “great calamities”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
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”.
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.
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.
The Sun in Dhanu or Mina: a month without weddings, housewarmings and initiations (a North Indian tradition).
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Planting and sowing are allowed.
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.
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.
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)
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.
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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion
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.
digging, plowing, planting trees
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 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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.
Patron: Vishnu; Aditya — Dhatar. Full moon in nakshatra Chitra. Ritu: Vasanta.
Northern samvatsara: Krodhana (No. 59)
Shaka Samvat 1895 · Vikram Samvat 2030 · Kali Yuga 5074
Next year — Ananda, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 24.03.1974
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.
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.
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)
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.
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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Revati
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
according to the Indian tradition: No pruning; planting flowers, soaking seeds and the like are allowed.
Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
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 yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
One of the “three and a half” inherently auspicious days of the year (Ugadi, Akshaya Tritiya, Vijayadashami and, as the half, Bali Pratipada): no muhurta needs to be chosen for new undertakings, and the day’s panchanga flaws are disregarded (except a visible eclipse).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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 Bharani
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
any undertakings
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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’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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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
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.
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 Krittika
Planting and sowing are not allowed, but everyday routine tasks may be carried out.
Shukla-tritya
any undertakings
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.
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.
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)
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.
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.
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 Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.
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)
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
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-shashti
plowing the ground
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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)
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.
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 Ardra
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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
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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Punarvasu
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.
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.
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
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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Pushya
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
The spring Navaratri of the month of Chaitra, from Ugadi to Rama Navami.
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.
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).
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.
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
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Ashlesha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Shukla-dashami
any undertakings
pruning and weeding
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut
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.
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
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Magha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding
neutral
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.
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.
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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Shukla-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling
Planting and sowing are allowed.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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
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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.
Meaning: Hand, fist
Symbol: Palm or fist
Deity: Savitar (Animating, Awakening)
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give the obtaining of what you want with your own hands, dexterity
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Hasta
Soaking seeds is allowed, but not planting or sowing.
Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
sowing seeds, any undertakings
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.
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.
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)
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.
Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings
digging, plowing, planting trees
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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
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-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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)
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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)
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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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)
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.
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-tritya
any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants
nakshatra Anuradha
No pruning; planting flowers, soaking and the like are allowed.
Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers
nakshatra Jyestha
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-panchami
any undertakings
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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.
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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice
nakshatra Mula
For pruning and uprooting; plowing and watering are allowed, but nothing else.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
“Fiery” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 8, Thu — 9, Fri — 10, Sat — 11. Portends losses, quarrels and harm; new undertakings are avoided.
“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.
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
A single tithi touches three consecutive days (a long tithi that prevails at two sunrises): unfavourable for weddings and important undertakings.
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)
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves
nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
For pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else.
Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
Planting and sowing are allowed.
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.
+1 — favourable for a haircut
+1 — favourable for a haircut
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.
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
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.
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens
nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.
Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground
tillage and sowing are forbidden
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).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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)
what to do (Tibetan tradition): sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: plants with large sweet fruits, or with fleshy (voluminous) stems and leaves
nakshatra Shravana
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
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).
+1 — favourable for a haircut
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut
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.
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
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting flowers and trees; digging the ground is not very favorable; do not prune and the like
plants of the day: flowers, ornamental plants
nakshatra Dhanishtha
Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result.
according to the Indian tradition: Gardening, activities with frequent changes; not suitable for activities aimed at a long-term result (planting or sowing is not allowed).
Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else
any undertakings
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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).
Krishna-dashami
any undertakings
plowing, pruning and weeding
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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.
Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding
neutral
“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.
0 — does not affect the haircut rating
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.
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.
Krishna-dvadashi
neutral
no pruning or felling