Panchanga Calendar

June 2023

SamvatsaraShobhakrit (37)MonthJyeshtha → Ashadha from 19.06RituGrishmaAyanaUttarayanaPlace55°45′ N 37°35′ E, UTC+3 changeAyanamsaLahiri

June 2023 falls, in the lunar calendar (amanta), within the months Jyeshtha (until 18.06), Ashadha (from 19.06). Periods: 19–27.06 — Ashadha Gupta Navaratri; from 29.06 — Chaturmasya. Major festivals: 20.06 Ratha Yatra; 29.06 Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma).

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

1Chit12Pradosha

2Swa13after 04:22

3Anu14Vat Purnima

4Jye15Purnima

5Mul1

6PAsh3Angaraki Chaturthi

7UAsh4

8Shra5until 16:28

9Dhan6

10Shat7Kalashtami

11PBh8

12UBh9

13Rev10after 11:02

14Ashw11Yogini Ekadashi

15Bhar12Mithuna Sankranti

16Krit13Masik Shivaratri

17Roh14

18Mrig30Amavasya

19Ard1Chandra Darshan

20Pun2Ratha Yatra

21Push3until 12:40

22Ashl4Vinayaka Chaturthi

23Mag5Skanda Shashti

24Mag6

25PPh7

26UPh8Masik Durgashtami

27Has9

28Chit10after 13:30

29Swa11Devshayani

30Vish12after 13:40

Day ratingBest daysFavourableOrdinaryAvoid new venturesUnfavourable

Markersafter / until HH:MM

Moon5Waxing Moon5Waning Moon15Purnima30Amavasya

Nakshatra typesfixedsoftlightmovablesharpfiercemixed

Icons this month (19)

PradoshaVat Purnimaday of Purnima (full moon fast and puja)SankashtiKalashtamiAmrita Siddhi YogaEkadashiSankrantiShivaratriday of Amavasya (ancestor rites)Chandra DarshanGupta NavaratriRatha YatraTripushkar YogaSummer solsticeVinayaka ChaturthiSkanda ShashtiGoddess (Durga, Kali)Devshayani

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

2.06 Fri — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra after 04:22 until 10:18
Vishakha (mixed): for everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal.
8.06 Thu — Yoga Indra, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Dhwaja until 16:28
Shravana (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
20.06 Tue — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira, Auspicious nakshatra after 10:37
Punarvasu (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
21.06 Wed — Pushya, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga until 12:40
Pushya (light): for quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
28.06 Wed — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra, Yoga Shiva after 13:30
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
29.06 Thu — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Sthira until 12:37
Swati (movable): for journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.

Festivals

1.06 Thu Pradosha Vrat
3.06 Sat Purnima Vrat
3.06 Sat Vat Purnima Vrat
4.06 Sun Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima)
6.06 Tue Angaraki Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)
10.06 Sat Kalashtami
14.06 Wed Yogini Ekadashi
15.06 Thu Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba)
15.06 Thu Pradosha Vrat
16.06 Fri Masik Shivaratri
18.06 Sun Jyeshtha Amavasya
19.06 Mon Chandra Darshan
19.06 Mon Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
20.06 Tue Ratha Yatra
22.06 Thu Vinayaka Chaturthi
23.06 Fri Skanda Shashti
26.06 Mon Masik Durgashtami
29.06 Thu Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)
30.06 Fri Pradosha Vrat

Special muhurta yogas

2.06 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–03:51 (03.06)
4.06 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:53–03:50 (05.06)
11.06 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:01–03:45 (12.06)
13.06 Tue Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:02–03:45 (14.06)
13.06 Tue Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:02–03:45 (14.06)
17.06 Sat Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:44–13:55
17.06 Sat Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–13:55
20.06 Tue Tripushkar Yoga 03:44–10:37
25.06 Sun Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:41–03:46 (26.06)
25.06 Sun Tripushkar Yoga 07:41–21:55
30.06 Fri Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:40–03:49 (01.07)

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

Avoid starting important matters

1.06 Thu — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Yoga Parigha
4.06 Sun — Anandadi: Kana, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
5.06 Mon — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
9.06 Fri — Vaidhriti, Bhadra on earth, Krakacha Yoga
15.06 Thu — Yamaghanta, Sankranti day, Fierce or sharp nakshatra (unfavourable day)
16.06 Fri — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra), Yamaghanta
17.06 Sat — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn), Anandadi: Vajra
18.06 Sun — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
22.06 Thu — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
23.06 Fri — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Kana, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
25.06 Sun — Vyatipata, Samvartaka Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra

Sky this month

4.06 Full moon (Purnima) 06:41
15.06 Mithuna Sankranti 15:47 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini)
18.06 New moon (Amavasya) 07:37
21.06 Summer solstice 17:57
There are no eclipses this month.

Periods

19–27.06 Ashadha Gupta Navaratri
from 29.06 Chaturmasya
9.06 03:32 – 13.06 11:02 Dosha-free Panchaka

Samvatsara and month

Shobhakrit (No. 37, “maker of beauty”) — A year of beauty: prosperity, success in the arts and in making life beautiful. more

Northern samvatsara: Nala. Shaka Samvat 1945, Vikram Samvat 2080, Kali Yuga 5124.

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

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

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

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

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Yoga Parigha
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Festivals	Pradosha Vrat

At sunrise 03:53

Tithi	12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 11:09 more
Nakshatra	Chitra, pada 4 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 04:18 more
Yoga	Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 16:29 more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 11:09 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 04:18	nakshatra Swati
from 11:09	tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 11:09	karana Kaulava
from 16:29	yoga Parigha
from 22:49	karana Taitila

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:57
Sunrise	03:53
Noon	12:27
Sunset	21:01
End of twilight	21:58
Moonrise	17:44
Moonset	02:36
Day length	17 h 08 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 04:18	from 11:09

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (03:53–04:18) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (04:18–21:01) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Pradosha Vrat · Shiva

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

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:01–22:24
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 11:09–03:52 (02.06)

Anandadi: Chara 03:53–04:18 Anandadi: Sthira 04:18–03:52 (02.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:58–03:26
Abhijit Muhurta	11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	15:19–16:27
Godhuli	21:01–21:15
Pradosha	21:01–22:24
Nishitha	00:13–00:41 (02.06)
Amrita Kalam	19:33–21:09

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:36–16:44
Yamaganda	03:53–06:02
Gulika Kalam	08:10–10:19
Dur Muhurta	09:36–10:45, 16:27–17:36
Varjyam	09:55–11:31

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:53–10:15, 13:16–19:17

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 03:53–10:15, 13:16–19:17
Cutting fingernails	average throughout the daytime
Cutting toenails	good 03:53–10:15, 13:16–19:17
Bathing, washing hair	good 03:53–10:15, 13:16–21:01

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Chitra until 04:18, Swati from 04:18; tithi Shukla-dvadashi until 11:09, Shukla-triodashi from 11:09; lagna Vrishabha 03:53, Mithuna 04:50, Karka 07:16, Simha 10:15, Kanya 13:16, Tula 16:16, Vrischika 19:17

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 04:18) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 04:18) — relief from all suffering; Thursday — success.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2

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

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

+1 Anandadi: Sthira 04:18–03:52 (02.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:53–04:18+1 Yoga Variyana 03:53–16:29+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 11:09–03:52 (02.06)0 Yoga Parigha 16:29–03:34 (02.06)−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 11:09–03:52 (02.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:53

Summary	Best day — Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga; auspicious time — after 04:22; auspicious time — until 10:18
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:52

Tithi	13Shukla-triodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 10:18 more
Nakshatra	Swati, pada 4 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 04:22 more
Yoga	Parigha (“bolt, barrier”, inauspicious) · until 14:39 more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 10:18 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 04:22	nakshatra Vishakha
from 10:18	tithi Shukla-chaturdashi
from 10:18	karana Gara
from 14:39	yoga Shiva
from 21:37	karana Vanija
from 03:46 (03.06)	nakshatra Anuradha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:56
Sunrise	03:52
Noon	12:27
Sunset	21:03
End of twilight	22:00
Moonrise	19:16
Moonset	02:45
Day length	17 h 10 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 04:22	from 10:18

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 (03:52–04:22) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (04:22–21:03) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Shukla-chaturdashi 10:18–21:03: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:22–03:46 (03.06) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:46–03:51 (03.06)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:52–04:22

Anandadi: Matanga 04:22–03:46 (03.06) Anandadi: Gada 03:52–04:22 Anandadi: Rakshasa 03:46–03:51 (03.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:58–03:25
Abhijit Muhurta	11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	15:19–16:28
Godhuli	21:03–21:16
Pradosha	21:03–22:24
Nishitha	00:13–00:41 (03.06)
Amrita Kalam	19:11–20:45

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:19–12:28
Yamaganda	16:45–18:54
Gulika Kalam	06:01–08:10
Dur Muhurta	07:18–08:27, 13:02–14:11
Varjyam	09:50–11:23

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:52–04:22

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	good 03:52–04:22
Cutting fingernails	average 03:52–10:11
Cutting toenails	good 03:52–04:22
Bathing, washing hair	good 03:52–04:22

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Swati until 04:22, Vishakha from 04:22; tithi Shukla-triodashi until 10:18, Shukla-chaturdashi from 10:18; lagna Vrishabha 03:52, Mithuna 04:46, Karka 07:12, Simha 10:11, Kanya 13:12, Tula 16:12, Vrischika 19:13

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 04:22) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 04:22) — loss of money; Friday — universal respect.

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

Shukla-chaturdashi 10:18–21:03: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +5

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

Auspicious time begins after 04:22

Auspicious time ends by 10:18

+2 Ravi Yoga 04:22–03:46 (03.06)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 04:22–03:46 (03.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:52–04:22+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:52–10:180 Yoga Shiva 14:39–03:51 (03.06)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:52–04:22 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Gada 03:52–04:22−1 Rikta tithi 10:18–03:51 (03.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:52

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Yoga Siddha; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Rikta tithi
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Festivals	Vat Purnima Vrat · Purnima Vrat

At sunrise 03:51

Tithi	14Shukla-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 08:47 more
Nakshatra	Anuradha, pada 1 (soft, Mitra (Friend), Saturn) · until 02:33 (04.06) more
Yoga	Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 12:17 more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 08:47 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 08:47	tithi Purnima
from 08:47	karana Vishti
from 12:17	yoga Siddha
from 19:48	karana Bava
from 02:33 (04.06)	nakshatra Jyestha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:54
Sunrise	03:51
Noon	12:27
Sunset	21:04
End of twilight	22:02
Moonrise	20:51
Moonset	02:59
Day length	17 h 12 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 08:47

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (03:51–21:04) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 08:47–19:48: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Shukla-chaturdashi 03:51–08:47: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Vat Purnima Vrat · Savitri and Satyavan

The same as Vat Savitri, in the tradition of Maharashtra, Gujarat and the South: women fast for the long life of their husbands and circumambulate a banyan tree with thread. It is observed by the “chaturdashi viddha” rule — often on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise.

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:04–22:25
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Purnima Vrat · Chandra (the Moon)

The full moon fast (Purnima upavas) is kept on the day when Purnima prevails at midday (Madhyahna): if it begins before noon, the fast falls on the day before the one with Purnima at sunrise. Devotees fast from sunrise until moonrise and pray to Vishnu (Satyanarayana) and Chandra.

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:44–14:11
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Purnima at sunrise (holy bath, charity): 4.06

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–08:47

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:47–03:50 (04.06)

Anandadi: Amrita 03:51–02:33 (04.06) Anandadi: Musala 02:33–03:50 (04.06)

Bhadra in heaven: 08:47–19:48; Bhadra Puchha 15:54–17:00; Bhadra Mukha 17:00–18:49

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:57–03:24
Abhijit Muhurta	11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	15:20–16:29
Godhuli	21:04–21:18
Pradosha	21:04–22:25
Nishitha	00:14–00:41 (04.06)
Amrita Kalam	16:41–18:12

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	08:10–10:19
Yamaganda	14:37–16:46
Gulika Kalam	03:51–06:00
Dur Muhurta	03:51–05:00, 05:00–06:09
Varjyam	07:34–09:05

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 03:51–10:07, 13:08–21:04

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Anuradha; tithi Shukla-chaturdashi until 08:47, Purnima from 08:47; lagna Vrishabha 03:51, Mithuna 04:42, Karka 07:09, Simha 10:07, Kanya 13:08, Tula 16:08, Vrischika 19:09

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”); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

Shukla-chaturdashi 03:51–08:47: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Purnima 08:47–21:04: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (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.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:51–08:47+1 Yoga Siddha 12:17–03:50 (04.06)+1 Anandadi: Amrita 03:51–02:33 (04.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:51–02:33 (04.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:47–03:50 (04.06)−2 Rikta tithi 03:51–08:47−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 08:47–19:48

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:51

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Anandadi: Kana, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Festivals	Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima)

At sunrise 03:50

Tithi	15Purnima (Purna, Vishvedevas) · until 06:41 more
Nakshatra	Jyestha, pada 1 (sharp, Indra (Leader of the Gods), Mercury) · until 00:53 (05.06) more Gandamula
Yoga	Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 09:28 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 06:41 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Vrischika (Scorpio)

Changes during the day

from 06:41	tithi Krishna-pratipat
from 06:41	karana Balava
from 09:28	yoga Sadhya
from 17:28	karana Kaulava
from 00:53 (05.06)	nakshatra Mula

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:53
Sunrise	03:50
Noon	12:27
Sunset	21:05
End of twilight	22:03
Moonrise	22:22
Moonset	03:20
Day length	17 h 14 min

Sky

Full moon (Purnima)	06:41

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 06:41

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, Jyestha (03:50–21:05) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Jyeshtha Purnima (Snana Purnima) · Chandra (the Moon)

The full moon of Jyeshtha: Snana Purnima (the ceremonial bathing of Jagannath in Puri) and Kabir Jayanti; women observe Vat Purnima.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:47 (03.06)–06:41
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Fast on the eve (Purnima Vrat): 3.06

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 00:53–03:50 (05.06) Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 00:53–03:50 (05.06)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:41–03:50 (05.06) Jwalamukhi Yoga 00:53–03:50 (05.06)

Anandadi: Siddhi 00:53–03:50 (05.06) Anandadi: Kana 03:50–00:53 (05.06)

Gandanta (tithi): 06:19–07:03
Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:20–06:24 (05.06)
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Jyestha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:56–03:23
Abhijit Muhurta	11:53–13:02
Vijaya Muhurta	15:20–16:29
Godhuli	21:05–21:19
Pradosha	21:05–22:26
Nishitha	00:14–00:41 (05.06)
Amrita Kalam	16:41–18:11

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	18:56–21:05
Yamaganda	12:28–14:37
Gulika Kalam	16:47–18:56
Dur Muhurta	18:47–19:56
Varjyam	07:46–09:15

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	bad throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Jyestha; tithi Purnima until 06:41, Krishna-pratipat from 06:41; lagna Vrishabha 03:50, Mithuna 04:38, Karka 07:05, Simha 10:03, Kanya 13:04, Tula 16:04, Vrischika 19:05

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

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

Purnima 03:50–06:41: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

+2 Yoga Siddha 03:50–09:28+1 Auspicious tithi 06:41–03:50 (05.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:50–00:53 (05.06)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:41–03:50 (05.06)−3 Anandadi: Kana 03:50–00:53 (05.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:50

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Kshaya tithi, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:50

Tithi	1Krishna-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 04:09 more
Nakshatra	Mula, pada 1 (sharp, Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi), Ketu) · until 22:53 more Gandamula
Yoga	Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 06:18 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 04:09 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 04:09	tithi Krishna-dvitya (kshaya: not present at any sunrise)
from 04:09	karana Taitila
from 06:18	yoga Shubha
from 14:46	karana Gara
from 22:53	nakshatra Purva-Ashadha
from 01:19 (06.06)	tithi Krishna-tritya
from 01:19 (06.06)	karana Vanija
from 02:54 (06.06)	yoga Shukla

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:52
Sunrise	03:50
Noon	12:28
Sunset	21:06
End of twilight	22:05
Moonrise	23:34
Moonset	03:57
Day length	17 h 16 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 04:09

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Mula (03:50–21:06) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Muhurta

Jwalamukhi Yoga 03:50–04:09 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–01:19 (06.06)

Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:50–22:53 Anandadi: Utpata 22:53–03:49 (06.06)

Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:20 (04.06)–06:24
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Mula

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:56–03:23
Abhijit Muhurta	11:53–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	15:21–16:30
Godhuli	21:06–21:20
Pradosha	21:06–22:27
Nishitha	00:14–00:41 (06.06)
Amrita Kalam	17:01–18:29

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	05:59–08:09
Yamaganda	10:18–12:28
Gulika Kalam	14:38–16:47
Dur Muhurta	13:03–14:12, 16:30–17:39
Varjyam	21:25–22:53

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:50–09:59, 13:00–19:01

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 03:50–09:59, 13:00–19:01
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 03:50–09:59, 13:00–19:01
Bathing, washing hair	average throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Mula; tithi Krishna-pratipat until 04:09, Krishna-dvitya from 04:09; lagna Vrishabha 03:50, Mithuna 04:34, Karka 07:01, Simha 09:59, Kanya 13:00, Tula 16:00, Vrischika 19:01

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mula — 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

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

Avoid starting important matters: Kshaya tithi

+2 Yoga Shubha 06:18–02:54 (06.06)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:50–04:090 Jwalamukhi Yoga 03:50–04:09−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 03:50–22:53−1 Gandanta 03:50–06:24−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:50–22:53−2 Kshaya tithi−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 04:09–01:19 (06.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:50

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Mitra, Yoga Shukla; cons: Vishti (Bhadra), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Festivals	Angaraki Chaturthi (Krishnapingala)

At sunrise 03:49

Tithi	3Krishna-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 22:20 more
Nakshatra	Purva-Ashadha, pada 1 (fierce, Varuna, Venus) · until 20:43 more
Yoga	Shukla (“bright, pure”, auspicious) · until 23:23 more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 11:50 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Changes during the day

from 11:50	karana Vishti
from 20:43	nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
from 22:20	tithi Krishna-chaturti
from 22:20	karana Bava
from 23:23	yoga Brahma

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:50
Sunrise	03:49
Noon	12:28
Sunset	21:08
End of twilight	22:06
Moonrise	none
Moonset	04:59
Day length	17 h 18 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 20:43

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Ashadha (03:49–20:43) is good for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Ashadha (20:43–21:08) is good for sowing.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 11:50–21:08: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Angaraki Chaturthi (Krishnapingala) · Ganesha

A Sankashti falling on a Tuesday — the day of Mars (Angaraka) — is the most favourable of all Sankashtis: a fast on this day is equated with observing every Sankashti of the year.

Rule: at moonrise, 00:22 (07.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–22:20

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 20:43–22:20 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 20:43–03:48 (07.06)

Anandadi: Mitra 03:49–20:43 Anandadi: Manasa 20:43–03:48 (07.06)

Bhadra in the netherworld: 11:50–22:20; Bhadra Puchha 18:39–19:42; Bhadra Mukha 19:42–21:28

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:55–03:22
Abhijit Muhurta	11:54–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	15:21–16:31
Godhuli	21:08–21:21
Pradosha	21:08–22:28
Nishitha	00:14–00:41 (07.06)
Amrita Kalam	16:21–17:48

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	16:48–18:58
Yamaganda	08:08–10:18
Gulika Kalam	12:28–14:38
Dur Muhurta	07:17–08:26, 23:48–00:14 (07.06)
Varjyam	07:37–09:04

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:49–09:55, 12:56–18:57, 20:43–21:08

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 03:49–09:55, 12:56–18:57, 20:43–21:08
Cutting fingernails	bad throughout the daytime
Cutting toenails	average 03:49–09:55, 12:56–18:57, 20:43–21:08
Bathing, washing hair	average throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Purva-Ashadha until 20:43, Uttara-Ashadha from 20:43; tithi Krishna-tritya; lagna Vrishabha 03:49, Mithuna 04:30, Karka 06:57, Simha 09:55, Kanya 12:56, Tula 15:56, Vrischika 18:57

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Ashadha (until 20:43) — ruin of the family; Uttara-Ashadha (from 20:43) — 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.

+1 Anandadi: Mitra 03:49–20:43+1 Yoga Shukla 03:49–23:23+1 Auspicious tithi 03:49–22:200 Auspicious nakshatra 20:43–03:48 (07.06)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 20:43–22:20 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:49–22:20 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra) 20:43–03:48 (07.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:49–20:43−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 11:50–22:20

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:49

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Brahma, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Surya Dagdha tithi
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:48

Tithi	4Krishna-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 19:21 more
Nakshatra	Uttara-Ashadha, pada 2 (fixed, Vishva-Deva (All Gods), Sun) · until 18:32 more
Yoga	Brahma (“Brahma, sacred knowledge”, auspicious) · until 19:53 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 08:50 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 08:50	karana Balava
from 18:32	nakshatra Shravana
from 19:21	tithi Krishna-panchami
from 19:21	karana Kaulava
from 19:53	yoga Indra

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:49
Sunrise	03:48
Noon	12:28
Sunset	21:09
End of twilight	22:08
Moonrise	00:22
Moonset	06:25
Day length	17 h 20 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 18:32	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-Ashadha (03:48–18:32) is good for sowing.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Shravana (18:32–21:09) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Chhatra 20:00–03:47 (08.06) Anandadi: Vajra 03:48–13:04 Anandadi: Mudgara 13:04–20:00

Surya Dagdha tithi: Krishna-chaturti

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:55–03:21
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	15:22–16:31
Godhuli	21:09–21:22
Pradosha	21:09–22:28
Nishitha	00:15–00:41 (08.06)
Amrita Kalam	12:43–14:10

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:28–14:38
Yamaganda	05:58–08:08
Gulika Kalam	10:18–12:28
Dur Muhurta	11:54–13:03
Varjyam	03:59–05:27, 22:12–23:39

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 19:21–21:09

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 19:21–21:09
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 19:21–21:09
Bathing, washing hair	good 19:21–21:09

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha until 18:32, Shravana from 18:32; tithi Krishna-chaturti until 19:21, Krishna-panchami from 19:21; lagna Vrishabha 03:48, Mithuna 04:26, Karka 06:53, Simha 09:51, Kanya 12:52, Tula 15:52, Vrischika 18:53

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Ashadha (until 18:32) — improved health; Shravana (from 18:32) — 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-chaturti 03:48–19:21: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+2 Yoga Brahma 03:48–19:53+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:48–18:32+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious tithi 19:21–03:47 (08.06)0 Anandadi: Chhatra 20:00–03:47 (08.06)−1 Anandadi: Vajra 03:48–13:04−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:48–19:21−2 Rikta tithi 03:48–19:21

Panchanga at sunrise 03:48

Summary	Best day — Yoga Indra, Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi); auspicious time — until 16:28
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:47

Tithi	5Krishna-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 16:29 more
Nakshatra	Shravana, pada 2 (movable, Shri Vishnu, Moon) · until 16:28 more
Yoga	Indra (“Indra, lord”, auspicious) · until 16:28 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 05:53 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Makara (Capricorn)

Changes during the day

from 05:53	karana Taitila
from 16:28	yoga Vaidhriti
from 16:28	nakshatra Dhanishtha
from 16:29	tithi Krishna-shashti
from 16:29	karana Gara
from 03:08 (09.06)	karana Vanija

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:48
Sunrise	03:47
Noon	12:28
Sunset	21:10
End of twilight	22:09
Moonrise	00:50
Moonset	08:03
Day length	17 h 22 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 16:28	from 16:29

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, Shravana (03:47–16:28) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–16:29

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:29–03:47 (09.06)

Anandadi: Dhwaja 03:47–16:28 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 16:28–03:47 (09.06)

Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:32 (09.06)–11:02 (13.06)
Gandanta (tithi): 16:08–16:50

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:54–03:21
Abhijit Muhurta	11:54–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	15:22–16:32
Godhuli	21:10–21:23
Pradosha	21:10–22:29
Nishitha	00:15–00:41 (09.06)
Amrita Kalam	06:58–08:26

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:39–16:49
Yamaganda	03:47–05:58
Gulika Kalam	08:08–10:18
Dur Muhurta	09:35–10:44, 16:32–17:41
Varjyam	20:10–21:39

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:47–09:47, 12:48–16:28

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 03:47–09:47, 12:48–16:28
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 03:47–09:47, 12:48–16:28
Bathing, washing hair	good 03:47–09:47, 12:48–21:10

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Shravana until 16:28, Dhanishtha from 16:28; tithi Krishna-panchami until 16:29, Krishna-shashti from 16:29; lagna Vrishabha 03:47, Mithuna 04:22, Karka 06:49, Simha 09:47, Kanya 12:48, Tula 15:48, Vrischika 18:49

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shravana (until 16:28) — bodily development (physical growth); Dhanishtha (from 16:28) — longevity (increased vitality); Thursday — success.

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

Vaidhriti 16:28–21:10: 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

Best day · score S = +7

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

Auspicious time ends by 16:28

+2 Yoga Indra 03:47–16:28+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–16:29+1 Anandadi: Dhwaja 03:47–16:28+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–16:28+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:47–16:29−1 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 16:29–03:47 (09.06)−1 Vaidhriti 16:28–03:47 (09.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:47

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Vaidhriti, Bhadra on earth
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:47

Tithi	6Krishna-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 13:51 more
Nakshatra	Dhanishtha, pada 3 (movable, Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra, Mars) · until 14:39 more
Yoga	Vaidhriti (“without support, discord”, inauspicious) · until 13:15 more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 13:51 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 13:15	yoga Vishkambha
from 13:51	tithi Krishna-saptami
from 13:51	karana Vishti
from 14:39	nakshatra Shatabhisha
from 00:39 (10.06)	karana Bava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:47
Sunrise	03:47
Noon	12:28
Sunset	21:11
End of twilight	22:10
Moonrise	01:07
Moonset	09:42
Day length	17 h 23 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 13:51	from 14:39

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 (14:39–21:11) is good for sowing.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 13:51–21:11: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–13:51 Ravi Yoga 14:39–03:46 (10.06)

Krakacha Yoga 13:51–03:46 (10.06) Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:51–03:46 (10.06)

Anandadi: Prajapati 03:47–14:39 Anandadi: Saumya 14:39–03:46 (10.06)

Bhadra on earth: 13:51–00:39 (10.06); Bhadra Puchha 18:11–19:16; Bhadra Mukha 19:16–21:04
Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:32–11:02 (13.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:54–03:20
Abhijit Muhurta	11:54–13:03
Vijaya Muhurta	15:23–16:32
Godhuli	21:11–21:24
Pradosha	21:11–22:30
Nishitha	00:15–00:42 (10.06)
Amrita Kalam	05:02–06:31

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:18–12:29
Yamaganda	16:50–19:00
Gulika Kalam	05:57–08:08
Dur Muhurta	07:15–08:25, 13:03–14:13
Varjyam	21:24–22:54

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 13:15–13:51

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 13:15–13:51
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 13:15–13:51
Bathing, washing hair	good 03:47–09:43, 12:44–21:11

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Dhanishtha until 14:39, Shatabhisha from 14:39; tithi Krishna-shashti until 13:51, Krishna-saptami from 13:51; lagna Vrishabha 03:47, Mithuna 04:18, Karka 06:45, Simha 09:43, Kanya 12:44, Tula 15:44, Vrischika 18:45

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Dhanishtha (until 14:39) — longevity (increased vitality); Shatabhisha (from 14:39) — gaining strength; Friday — universal respect.

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

Bhadra on earth 13:51–21:11: 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).
Vaidhriti 03:47–13:15: 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).
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

Avoid starting important matters: Vaidhriti

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:47–13:51+1 Anandadi: Prajapati 03:47–14:39+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–14:39+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Ravi Yoga 14:39–03:46 (10.06)−1 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 13:51–03:46 (10.06)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Krakacha Yoga 13:51–03:46 (10.06)−1 Bhadra on earth 13:51–00:39 (10.06)−3 Vaidhriti 03:47–13:15

Panchanga at sunrise 03:47

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Ananda; cons: Panchaka, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Festivals	Kalashtami

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi	7Krishna-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 11:32 more
Nakshatra	Shatabhisha, pada 3 (movable, Varuna, Rahu) · until 13:09 more
Yoga	Vishkambha (“prop, bolt”, inauspicious) · until 10:18 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 11:32 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 10:18	yoga Priti
from 11:32	tithi Krishna-ashtami
from 11:32	karana Balava
from 13:09	nakshatra Purva-Bhadra
from 22:31	karana Kaulava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:46
Sunrise	03:46
Noon	12:29
Sunset	21:11
End of twilight	22:11
Moonrise	01:18
Moonset	11:16
Day length	17 h 25 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	from 11:32	from 13:09

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Shatabhisha (03:46–13:09) is good for sowing.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (13:09–21:11) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Kalashtami · Kalabhairava

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

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:11–22:30
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:46–13:09

Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–11:32 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 13:09–03:46 (11.06)

Anandadi: Ananda 03:46–13:09 Anandadi: Kaladanda 13:09–03:46 (11.06)

Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:32 (09.06)–11:02 (13.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:53–03:20
Abhijit Muhurta	11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta	15:23–16:33
Godhuli	21:11–21:25
Pradosha	21:11–22:30
Nishitha	00:15–00:42 (11.06)
Amrita Kalam	06:24–07:54

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	08:07–10:18
Yamaganda	14:39–16:50
Gulika Kalam	03:46–05:57
Dur Muhurta	03:46–04:56, 04:56–06:06
Varjyam	19:15–20:46

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:46–11:32

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 03:46–11:32
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 03:46–11:32
Bathing, washing hair	average 03:46–11:32, 12:40–13:09

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Shatabhisha until 13:09, Purva-Bhadra from 13:09; tithi Krishna-saptami until 11:32, Krishna-ashtami from 11:32; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:14, Karka 06:41, Simha 09:39, Kanya 12:40, Tula 15:40, Vrischika 18:42

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Shatabhisha (until 13:09) — gaining strength; Purva-Bhadra (from 13:09) — facing death (dangers); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

Krishna-ashtami 11:32–21:11: 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 Ravi Yoga 03:46–13:09+1 Anandadi: Ananda 03:46–13:09+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–13:09+1 Yoga Priti 10:18–03:46 (11.06)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 13:09–03:46 (11.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:46–11:32 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Kaladanda 13:09–03:46 (11.06)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 13:09–03:46 (11.06)−1 Ashtami 11:32–03:46 (11.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka all day

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Chara; cons: Rikta tithi, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi	8Krishna-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 09:36 more
Nakshatra	Purva-Bhadra, pada 3 (fierce, Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike, Jupiter) · until 12:01 more
Yoga	Priti (“love, affection”, auspicious) · until 07:40 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 09:36 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Kumbha (Aquarius)

Changes during the day

from 07:40	yoga Ayushman
from 09:36	tithi Krishna-navami
from 09:36	karana Taitila
from 12:01	nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
from 20:47	karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:46
Sunrise	03:46
Noon	12:29
Sunset	21:12
End of twilight	22:13
Moonrise	01:27
Moonset	12:47
Day length	17 h 26 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 09:36	from 12:01

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Bhadra (03:46–12:01) is good for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (12:01–21:12) is good for sowing.

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Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:01–03:45 (12.06)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:46–09:36

Anandadi: Chara 03:46–12:01 Anandadi: Sthira 12:01–03:45 (12.06)

Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:32 (09.06)–11:02 (13.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta	11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta	15:23–16:33
Godhuli	21:12–21:25
Pradosha	21:12–22:31
Nishitha	00:16–00:42 (12.06)
Amrita Kalam	04:24–05:55

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	19:02–21:12
Yamaganda	12:29–14:40
Gulika Kalam	16:51–19:02
Dur Muhurta	18:53–20:03
Varjyam	21:21–22:54

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shaving	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hair	average 12:36–21:12

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Bhadra until 12:01, Uttara-Bhadra from 12:01; tithi Krishna-ashtami until 09:36, Krishna-navami from 09:36; lagna Vrishabha 03:46, Mithuna 04:10, Karka 06:37, Simha 09:35, Kanya 12:36, Tula 15:36, Vrischika 18:38

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Bhadra (until 12:01) — facing death (dangers); Uttara-Bhadra (from 12:01) — a good life; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

Krishna-ashtami 03:46–09:36: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).
Krishna-navami 09:36–21:12: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = +2

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

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 12:01–03:45 (12.06)+1 Anandadi: Chara 03:46–12:01+1 Yoga Priti 03:46–07:40+1 Auspicious nakshatra 12:01–03:45 (12.06)0 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:46–09:36 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Panchaka all day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:46–12:01−1 Rikta tithi 09:36–03:45 (12.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Matanga, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Rikta tithi, Panchaka
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi	9Krishna-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 08:05 more
Nakshatra	Uttara-Bhadra, pada 3 (fixed, Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon), Saturn) · until 11:19 more
Yoga	Ayushman (“long-lived”, auspicious) · until 05:22 more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 08:05 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 05:22	yoga Saubhagya
from 08:05	tithi Krishna-dashami
from 08:05	karana Vanija
from 11:19	nakshatra Revati
from 19:29	karana Vishti
from 03:24 (13.06)	yoga Shobhana

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:45
Sunrise	03:45
Noon	12:29
Sunset	21:13
End of twilight	22:14
Moonrise	01:34
Moonset	14:14
Day length	17 h 27 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 08:05	from 11:19

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Bhadra (03:45–11:19) is good for sowing.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (11:19–21:13) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 19:29–21:13: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Anandadi: Matanga 11:19–03:45 (13.06) Anandadi: Gada 03:45–11:19

Bhadra on earth: 19:29–06:59 (13.06); Bhadra Puchha 21:15–22:24; Bhadra Mukha 22:24–00:18 (13.06)
Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:32 (09.06)–11:02 (13.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta	11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta	15:24–16:34
Godhuli	21:13–21:26
Pradosha	21:13–22:31
Nishitha	00:16–00:42 (13.06)
Amrita Kalam	06:40–08:13

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	05:56–08:07
Yamaganda	10:18–12:29
Gulika Kalam	14:40–16:51
Dur Muhurta	13:04–14:14, 16:34–17:44
Varjyam	23:11–00:45 (13.06)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 08:05–09:31, 12:32–18:34

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

Cutting hair, shaving	good 08:05–09:31, 12:32–18:34
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 08:05–09:31, 12:32–18:34
Bathing, washing hair	good 08:05–09:31, 12:32–21:13

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra until 11:19, Revati from 11:19; tithi Krishna-navami until 08:05, Krishna-dashami from 08:05; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 04:06, Karka 06:33, Simha 09:31, Kanya 12:32, Tula 15:33, Vrischika 18:34

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Bhadra (until 11:19) — a good life; Revati (from 11:19) — increase in property; Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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

Krishna-navami 03:45–08:05: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Bhadra on earth 19:29–21:13: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+1 Anandadi: Matanga 11:19–03:45 (13.06)+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–11:19+1 Yoga Ayushman 03:45–05:22+1 Auspicious weekday0 Bhadra on earth 19:29–03:45 (13.06)−1 Anandadi: Gada 03:45–11:19−1 Panchaka all day−2 Rikta tithi 03:45–08:05

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

Summary	Favourable day — Amrita Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Shubha; auspicious time — after 11:02
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi	10Krishna-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 06:59 more
Nakshatra	Revati, pada 3 (soft, Pushan (Prosperous), Mercury) · until 11:02 more Gandamula
Yoga	Shobhana (“splendid, beautiful”, auspicious) · until 01:47 (14.06) more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 06:59 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mina (Pisces)

Changes during the day

from 06:59	tithi Krishna-ekadashi
from 06:59	karana Bava
from 11:02	nakshatra Ashwini
from 18:36	karana Balava
from 01:47 (14.06)	yoga Atiganda

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:44
Sunrise	03:45
Noon	12:29
Sunset	21:14
End of twilight	22:15
Moonrise	01:41
Moonset	15:41
Day length	17 h 29 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 06:59	from 11:02

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Revati (03:45–11:02) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:45–06:59: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Muhurta

Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:02–03:45 (14.06) Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 11:02–03:45 (14.06)

Krakacha Yoga 03:45–06:59 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:59–03:45 (14.06)

Anandadi: Shubha 03:45–11:02 Anandadi: Amrita 11:02–03:45 (14.06)

Bhadra on earth: 19:29 (12.06)–06:59; Bhadra Puchha 21:15–22:24 (12.06); Bhadra Mukha 22:24 (12.06)–00:18
Dosha-free Panchaka: 03:32 (09.06)–11:02
Gandanta (nakshatra): 05:04–17:02
Gandanta (tithi): 06:36–07:22
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Revati

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta	11:54–13:04
Vijaya Muhurta	15:24–16:34
Godhuli	21:14–21:27
Pradosha	21:14–22:32
Nishitha	00:16–00:42 (14.06)
Amrita Kalam	08:40–10:15

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	16:52–19:03
Yamaganda	08:07–10:18
Gulika Kalam	12:29–14:40
Dur Muhurta	07:15–08:25, 23:50–00:16 (14.06)
Varjyam	none on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 06:59–09:28, 12:28–18:30

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 06:59–09:28, 12:28–18:30
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 06:59–09:28, 12:28–18:30
Bathing, washing hair	average throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Revati until 11:02, Ashwini from 11:02; tithi Krishna-dashami until 06:59, Krishna-ekadashi from 06:59; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 04:02, Karka 06:29, Simha 09:28, Kanya 12:28, Tula 15:29, Vrischika 18:30

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Revati (until 11:02) — increase in property; Ashwini (from 11:02) — joy; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

Bhadra on earth 03:45–06:59: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

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).

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Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 11:02

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 11:02–03:45 (14.06)+1 Anandadi: Shubha 03:45–11:02+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–11:02+1 Yoga Shobhana 03:45–01:47 (14.06)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:59–03:45 (14.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Krakacha Yoga 03:45–06:59−1 Bhadra on earth 03:45–06:59−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Panchaka 03:45–11:02

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Auspicious nakshatra, Auspicious weekday; cons: Anandadi: Mrityu, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Festivals	Yogini Ekadashi

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi	11Krishna-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 06:18 more
Nakshatra	Ashwini, pada 3 (light, Ashwini Kumara, Ketu) · until 11:10 more Gandamula
Yoga	Atiganda (“great danger”, inauspicious) · until 00:30 (15.06) more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 06:18 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 06:18	tithi Krishna-dvadashi
from 06:18	karana Kaulava
from 11:10	nakshatra Bharani
from 18:07	karana Taitila
from 00:30 (15.06)	yoga Sukarma

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:44
Sunrise	03:45
Noon	12:29
Sunset	21:15
End of twilight	22:15
Moonrise	01:49
Moonset	17:08
Day length	17 h 30 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 06:18	from 11:10

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (11:10–21:15) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Yogini Ekadashi · Vishnu

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:59 (13.06)–06:18
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 03:44–06:02 (15.06)

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:18–03:44 (15.06)

Anandadi: Mrityu 03:45–11:10 Anandadi: Kana 11:10–03:44 (15.06)

Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashwini

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:52–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	15:25–16:35
Godhuli	21:15–21:28
Pradosha	21:15–22:33
Nishitha	00:16–00:42 (15.06)
Amrita Kalam	03:56–05:32

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:30–14:41
Yamaganda	05:56–08:07
Gulika Kalam	10:18–12:30
Dur Muhurta	11:55–13:05
Varjyam	07:09–08:45, 20:59–22:37

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:45–09:24

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 03:45–09:24
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 03:45–09:24
Bathing, washing hair	good 03:45–09:24

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Ashwini until 11:10, Bharani from 11:10; tithi Krishna-ekadashi until 06:18, Krishna-dvadashi from 06:18; lagna Vrishabha 03:45, Mithuna 03:58, Karka 06:25, Simha 09:24, Kanya 12:25, Tula 15:25, Vrischika 18:26, Dhanu 21:10

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashwini (until 11:10) — joy; Bharani (from 11:10) — facing death (dangers); Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

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

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:45–11:10+1 Auspicious weekday0 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 06:18–03:44 (15.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Yoga Atiganda 03:45–04:04−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 11:10–03:44 (15.06)−3 Anandadi: Mrityu 03:45–11:10

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

Summary	Unfavourable day — Yamaghanta, Sankranti day
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Festivals	Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba) · Pradosha Vrat

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi	12Krishna-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 06:02 more
Nakshatra	Bharani, pada 3 (fierce, Yama (Dharma-raja), Venus) · until 11:42 more
Yoga	Sukarma (“good deed”, auspicious) · until 23:32 more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 06:02 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Vrishabha (Taurus), Moon: Mesha (Aries)

Changes during the day

from 06:02	tithi Krishna-trayodashi
from 06:02	karana Gara
from 11:42	nakshatra Krittika
from 18:03	karana Vanija
from 23:32	yoga Dhriti

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:43
Sunrise	03:44
Noon	12:30
Sunset	21:15
End of twilight	22:16
Moonrise	01:59
Moonset	18:35
Day length	17 h 30 min

Sky

Mithuna Sankranti	15:47 — the Sun enters Mithuna (Gemini)

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 06:02	from 11:42

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Bharani (03:44–11:42) is good for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (11:42–21:15) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Mithuna Sankranti (Raja Parba) · Surya

The Sun enters the sidereal sign of Gemini. In Odisha it is Raja Parba, the festival of Mother Earth and of the onset of the rainy season.

Rule: by the moment of Sankranti, 15:47–21:15
on the day the Sun enters the sign

Pradosha Vrat · Shiva

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:15–22:33
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Yamaghanta 11:42–03:44 (16.06)

Anandadi: Padma 03:44–11:42 Anandadi: Lumbaka 11:42–03:44 (16.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta	11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta	15:25–16:35
Godhuli	21:15–21:28
Pradosha	21:15–22:33
Nishitha	00:17–00:43 (16.06)
Amrita Kalam	06:47–08:25

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:41–16:52
Yamaganda	03:44–05:56
Gulika Kalam	08:07–10:18
Dur Muhurta	09:35–10:45, 16:35–17:45
Varjyam	00:09–01:49 (16.06)

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 03:44–09:20, 11:42–21:15

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Bharani until 11:42, Krittika from 11:42; tithi Krishna-dvadashi until 06:02, Krishna-trayodashi from 06:02; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:55, Karka 06:21, Simha 09:20, Kanya 12:21, Tula 15:21, Vrischika 18:22, Dhanu 21:06

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Bharani (until 11:42) — facing death (dangers); Krittika (from 11:42) — consumption (a wasting disease); Thursday — success.

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

Sankranti at 15:47 — a Parva day: no haircuts or shaving on this day (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

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.
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).

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Day summary

Unfavourable day · score S = −3

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

Strict prohibition: Yamaghanta

Avoid starting important matters: Sankranti day

+1 Anandadi: Padma 03:44–11:42+1 Yoga Sukarma 03:44–23:32+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 11:42–03:44 (16.06)−1 Sankranti day−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–11:42−3 Yamaghanta 11:42–03:44 (16.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Vishti (Bhadra)
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Festivals	Masik Shivaratri

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi	13Krishna-trayodashi (Jaya, God of Love) · until 06:10 more
Nakshatra	Krittika, pada 3 (mixed, Agni, Sun) · until 12:37 more
Yoga	Dhriti (“steadfastness, firmness”, auspicious) · until 22:52 more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 06:10 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 06:10	tithi Krishna-chaturdashi
from 06:10	karana Vishti
from 12:37	nakshatra Rohini
from 18:23	karana Shakuni
from 22:52	yoga Shula

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:43
Sunrise	03:44
Noon	12:30
Sunset	21:16
End of twilight	22:17
Moonrise	02:12
Moonset	20:01
Day length	17 h 31 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 06:10	from 12:37

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Krittika (03:44–12:37) is good for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (12:37–21:16) is good for sowing.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 06:10–18:23: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Shakuni 18:23–21:16: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
Krishna-chaturdashi 06:10–21:16: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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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, 00:17–00:43 (17.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Yamaghanta 12:37–03:44 (17.06)

Anandadi: Chhatra 03:44–12:37 Anandadi: Mitra 12:37–03:44 (17.06)

Bhadra in heaven: 06:10–18:23; Bhadra Mukha 06:10–08:13; Bhadra Puchha 17:12–18:26

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta	11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta	15:25–16:35
Godhuli	21:16–21:29
Pradosha	21:16–22:33
Nishitha	00:17–00:43 (17.06)
Amrita Kalam	10:07–11:47

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:18–12:30
Yamaganda	16:53–19:04
Gulika Kalam	05:56–08:07
Dur Muhurta	07:14–08:25, 13:05–14:15
Varjyam	none on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:44–06:10

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

Cutting hair, shaving	average 03:44–06:10
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 03:44–06:10
Bathing, washing hair	average 03:44–09:16, 12:17–21:16

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Krittika until 12:37, Rohini from 12:37; tithi Krishna-trayodashi until 06:10, Krishna-chaturdashi from 06:10; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:51, Karka 06:17, Simha 09:16, Kanya 12:17, Tula 15:17, Vrischika 18:18, Dhanu 21:02

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Krittika (until 12:37) — consumption (a wasting disease); Rohini (from 12:37) — destruction of all misfortunes; Friday — universal respect.

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

Krishna-chaturdashi 06:10–21:16: 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 Krittika nakshatra 6 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
The Muhurta Chintamani warns: whoever shaves in Rohini nakshatra 8 times a year puts their life in danger — frequent haircuts in this nakshatra are best avoided.
Krishna Paksha: according to the Kalaprakashika, a haircut during the waning Moon affects life (longevity) and fortune, but the first five tithis of Krishna Paksha are favourable; hair grows thicker if cut during the waxing Moon (M. V. Ramakrishnan, as quoted by B. V. Raman).
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 = −3

+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 03:44–12:37+1 Yoga Dhriti 03:44–22:52+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 12:37–03:44 (17.06)−1 Yamaghanta 12:37–03:44 (17.06)−2 Vishti (Bhadra) 06:10–18:23−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 06:10–03:44 (17.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Krishna Chaturdashi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi	14Krishna-chaturdashi (Rikta, Kali) · until 06:42 more
Nakshatra	Rohini, pada 3 (fixed, Prajapati (Brahma - Creator), Moon) · until 13:55 more
Yoga	Shula (“spear, sharp pain”, inauspicious) · until 22:31 more
Karana	Shakuni (fixed, inauspicious) · until 06:42 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Vrishabha (Taurus)

Changes during the day

from 06:42	tithi Amavasya
from 06:42	karana Chatushpada
from 13:55	nakshatra Mrigashirsha
from 19:06	karana Naga
from 22:31	yoga Ganda

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:43
Sunrise	03:44
Noon	12:30
Sunset	21:16
End of twilight	22:18
Moonrise	02:32
Moonset	21:20
Day length	17 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 06:42	from 13:55

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Rohini (03:44–13:55) is good for sowing.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (13:55–21:16) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Shakuni 03:44–06:42: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it (it is suitable for sowing).
Chatushpada 06:42–19:06: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Naga 19:06–21:16: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Krishna-chaturdashi 03:44–06:42: according to the Kalaprakashika, ploughing on Chaturdashi puts the owner’s life in danger.

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Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–06:42 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:44–13:55 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 03:44–13:55

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:44–13:55 Anandadi: Vajra 13:55–03:44 (18.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta	11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta	15:26–16:36
Godhuli	21:16–21:29
Pradosha	21:16–22:34
Nishitha	00:17–00:43 (18.06)
Amrita Kalam	10:32–12:14

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	08:07–10:19
Yamaganda	14:42–16:53
Gulika Kalam	03:44–05:56
Dur Muhurta	03:44–04:54, 04:54–06:04
Varjyam	05:29–07:10, 19:54–21:37

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shaving	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hair	average 03:44–09:12, 12:13–20:58

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Rohini until 13:55, Mrigashirsha from 13:55; tithi Krishna-chaturdashi until 06:42, Amavasya from 06:42; lagna Vrishabha 03:44, Mithuna 03:47, Karka 06:13, Simha 09:12, Kanya 12:13, Tula 15:13, Vrischika 18:14, Dhanu 20:58

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Rohini (until 13:55) — destruction of all misfortunes; Mrigashirsha (from 13:55) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Saturday — decline of physical strength.

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

Krishna-chaturdashi 03:44–06:42: a Rikta and Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Amavasya 06:42–21:16: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +2

Avoid starting important matters: Krishna Chaturdashi

+4 Amrita Siddhi Yoga 03:44–13:55+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:44–13:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–13:550 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–06:420 Anandadi: Vajra 13:55–03:44 (18.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−3 Krishna Chaturdashi 03:44–06:42

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Amavasya, Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
Month	Jyeshtha (amanta) · Ashadha (purnimanta) more
Paksha	Krishna Paksha (dark half, waning Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Festivals	Jyeshtha Amavasya

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi	30Amavasya (Purna, Pitris (ancestors)) · until 07:37 more
Nakshatra	Mrigashirsha, pada 3 (soft, Soma (Chandra, Moon), Mars) · until 15:36 more
Yoga	Ganda (“danger, knot”, inauspicious) · until 22:29 more
Karana	Naga (fixed, inauspicious) · until 07:37 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 07:37	tithi Shukla-pratipat
from 07:37	karana Kimstughna
from 15:36	nakshatra Ardra
from 20:13	karana Bava
from 22:29	yoga Vriddhi

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:43
Sunrise	03:44
Noon	12:30
Sunset	21:17
End of twilight	22:18
Moonrise	03:04
Moonset	22:24
Day length	17 h 32 min

Sky

New moon (Amavasya)	07:37

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 07:37	from 15:36

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Mrigashirsha (03:44–15:36) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Naga 03:44–07:37: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.
Kimstughna 07:37–20:13: a fixed karana — according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Jyeshtha Amavasya · Pitris (ancestors)

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 06:42 (17.06)–07:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:37–03:44 (19.06)

Anandadi: Saumya 03:44–15:36 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 15:36–03:44 (19.06)

Gandanta (tithi): 07:12–08:02

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta	11:55–13:05
Vijaya Muhurta	15:26–16:36
Godhuli	21:17–21:30
Pradosha	21:17–22:34
Nishitha	00:17–00:43 (19.06)
Amrita Kalam	06:11–07:54

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	19:05–21:17
Yamaganda	12:30–14:42
Gulika Kalam	16:54–19:05
Dur Muhurta	18:56–20:06
Varjyam	00:44–02:28 (19.06)

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 07:37–09:08, 12:09–15:36

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

Cutting hair, shaving	average 07:37–09:08, 12:09–15:36
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 07:37–09:08, 12:09–15:36
Bathing, washing hair	average 03:44–09:08, 12:09–20:54

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Mrigashirsha until 15:36, Ardra from 15:36; tithi Amavasya until 07:37, Shukla-pratipat from 07:37; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:10, Simha 09:08, Kanya 12:09, Tula 15:09, Vrischika 18:10, Dhanu 20:54

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Mrigashirsha (until 15:36) — abundance (well-being, prosperity); Ardra (from 15:36) — sadness; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

Amavasya 03:44–07:37: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −4

Avoid starting important matters: Amavasya

+1 Anandadi: Saumya 03:44–15:36+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–15:360 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 15:36–03:44 (19.06)0 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 15:36–03:44 (19.06)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 07:37–03:44 (19.06)−3 Amavasya 03:44–07:37

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Vriddhi, Auspicious weekday; cons: Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi), Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
Festivals	Chandra Darshan · Ashadha Gupta Navaratri

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi	1Shukla-pratipat (Nanda, Brahma) · until 08:56 more
Nakshatra	Ardra, pada 2 (sharp, Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva), Rahu) · until 17:40 more
Yoga	Vriddhi (“growth, increase”, auspicious) · until 22:44 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 08:56 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 08:56	tithi Shukla-dvitya
from 08:56	karana Balava
from 17:40	nakshatra Punarvasu
from 21:44	karana Kaulava
from 22:44	yoga Dhruva

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:43
Sunrise	03:44
Noon	12:30
Sunset	21:17
End of twilight	22:19
Moonrise	03:51
Moonset	23:09
Day length	17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 08:56	from 17:40

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, Punarvasu (17:40–21:17) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Chandra Darshan · Chandra (the Moon)

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

Rule: first visible lunar crescent, 21:17–23:09
Crescent Moon above the horizon after sunset: 21:17–23:09

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri · Durga

The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha: nine days of sadhana of Durga and the ten Mahavidyas, without lavish festivities.

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 07:37 (18.06)–08:56
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Ghatasthapana: 03:44–08:56
Abhijit Muhurta (fallback time): 11:55–13:06

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1

Muhurta

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:56–03:44 (20.06)

Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:44–17:40 Anandadi: Dhumra 17:40–03:44 (20.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta	11:55–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta	15:26–16:36
Godhuli	21:17–21:30
Pradosha	21:17–22:34
Nishitha	00:18–00:43 (20.06)
Amrita Kalam	06:49–08:33

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	05:56–08:07
Yamaganda	10:19–12:31
Gulika Kalam	14:42–16:54
Dur Muhurta	13:06–14:16, 16:36–17:46
Varjyam	none on this day

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 17:40–18:06

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

Cutting hair, shaving	good 17:40–18:06
Cutting fingernails	good 17:40–18:06
Cutting toenails	average 03:44–09:04, 12:05–21:17
Bathing, washing hair	good 12:05–20:50

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Ardra until 17:40, Punarvasu from 17:40; tithi Shukla-pratipat until 08:56, Shukla-dvitya from 08:56; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:06, Simha 09:04, Kanya 12:05, Tula 15:05, Vrischika 18:06, Dhanu 20:50

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ardra (until 17:40) — sadness; Punarvasu (from 17:40) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Monday — clear, bright complexion.

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 Yoga Vriddhi 03:44–22:44+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 08:56–03:44 (20.06)0 Auspicious nakshatra 17:40–03:44 (20.06)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:44–17:40−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–17:40−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 08:56–03:44 (20.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

Summary	Best day — Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi), Anandadi: Sthira; auspicious time — after 10:37
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
Festivals	Ratha Yatra

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi	2Shukla-dvitya (Bhadra, Vidhatr) · until 10:37 more
Nakshatra	Punarvasu, pada 2 (movable, Aditi, Jupiter) · until 20:06 more
Yoga	Dhruva (“fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”, auspicious) · until 23:17 more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 10:37 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Mithuna (Gemini)

Changes during the day

from 10:37	tithi Shukla-tritya
from 10:37	karana Taitila
from 20:06	nakshatra Pushya
from 23:17	yoga Vyaghata
from 23:36	karana Gara

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:43
Sunrise	03:44
Noon	12:31
Sunset	21:17
End of twilight	22:19
Moonrise	04:55
Moonset	23:39
Day length	17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 10:37	from 20:06

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Punarvasu (03:44–20:06) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Pushya (20:06–21:17) is good for sowing.

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Ratha Yatra · Jagannath

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 08:56 (19.06)–10:37
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2

Muhurta

Tripushkar Yoga 03:44–10:37 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:37–03:44 (21.06) Ravi Yoga 20:06–03:44 (21.06)

Anandadi: Sthira 03:44–20:06 Anandadi: Vardhamana 20:06–03:44 (21.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:52–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta	11:56–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta	15:26–16:36
Godhuli	21:17–21:30
Pradosha	21:17–22:35
Nishitha	00:18–00:44 (21.06)
Amrita Kalam	17:28–19:13

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	16:54–19:06
Yamaganda	08:07–10:19
Gulika Kalam	12:31–14:42
Dur Muhurta	07:15–08:25, 23:52–00:18 (21.06)
Varjyam	06:53–08:39

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 03:44–09:00, 10:37–21:17
Bathing, washing hair	average 03:44–09:00, 12:01–20:46

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Punarvasu until 20:06, Pushya from 20:06; tithi Shukla-dvitya until 10:37, Shukla-tritya from 10:37; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 06:02, Simha 09:00, Kanya 12:01, Tula 15:01, Vrischika 18:02, Dhanu 20:46

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Punarvasu (until 20:06) — strength of spirit (bravery, resilience); Pushya (from 20:06) — increase in wealth; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +5

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

Auspicious time begins after 10:37

+2 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 10:37–03:44 (21.06)+1 Anandadi: Sthira 03:44–20:06+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:44–20:06+1 Yoga Dhruva 03:44–23:17+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–10:370 Ravi Yoga 20:06–03:44 (21.06)0 Tripushkar Yoga 03:44–10:37−1 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.

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

Summary	Best day — Pushya, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 12:40
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi	3Shukla-tritya (Jaya, Vishnu) · until 12:40 more
Nakshatra	Pushya, pada 2 (light, Brhaspati, Saturn) · until 22:50 more
Yoga	Vyaghata (“crushing blow”, inauspicious) · until 00:04 (22.06) more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 12:40 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 12:40	tithi Shukla-chaturti
from 12:40	karana Vanija
from 22:50	nakshatra Ashlesha
from 00:04 (22.06)	yoga Harshana
from 01:47 (22.06)	karana Vishti

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:43
Sunrise	03:44
Noon	12:31
Sunset	21:18
End of twilight	22:19
Moonrise	06:10
Moonset	23:58
Day length	17 h 33 min

Sky

Summer solstice	17:57

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	from 12:40

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, Pushya (03:44–21:18) is good for sowing.

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Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:44–22:50

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–12:40 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–12:40

Anandadi: Matanga 03:44–22:50 Anandadi: Rakshasa 22:50–03:44 (22.06)

Bhadra on earth: 01:47–14:58 (22.06); Bhadra Mukha 01:49–04:00 (22.06); Bhadra Puchha 13:39–14:58 (22.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:53–03:18
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	15:26–16:37
Godhuli	21:18–21:30
Pradosha	21:18–22:35
Nishitha	00:18–00:44 (22.06)
Amrita Kalam	15:43–17:30

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:31–14:43
Yamaganda	05:56–08:08
Gulika Kalam	10:19–12:31
Dur Muhurta	11:56–13:06
Varjyam	05:01–06:48

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:44–08:56, 11:57–12:40

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

Cutting hair, shaving	good 03:44–08:56, 11:57–12:40
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 03:44–08:56, 11:57–12:40
Bathing, washing hair	good 03:44–08:56, 11:57–12:40

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Pushya; tithi Shukla-tritya until 12:40, Shukla-chaturti from 12:40; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:58, Simha 08:56, Kanya 11:57, Tula 14:57, Vrischika 17:58, Dhanu 20:42

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

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

Shukla-chaturti 12:40–21:18: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +6

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

Auspicious time ends by 12:40

+2 Pushya 03:44–22:50+2 Ravi Yoga 03:44–22:50+1 Anandadi: Matanga 03:44–22:50+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:44–12:400 Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–12:40 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–12:40 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Rikta tithi 12:40–03:44 (22.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Bhadra on earth, Rikta tithi
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
Festivals	Vinayaka Chaturthi

At sunrise 03:44

Tithi	4Shukla-chaturti (Rikta, Yama) · until 14:58 more
Nakshatra	Ashlesha, pada 1 (sharp, Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa), Mercury) · until 01:47 (23.06) more Gandamula
Yoga	Harshana (“delighting”, auspicious) · until 01:01 (23.06) more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 14:58 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Karka (Cancer)

Changes during the day

from 14:58	tithi Shukla-panchami
from 14:58	karana Bava
from 01:01 (23.06)	yoga Vajra
from 01:47 (23.06)	nakshatra Magha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:43
Sunrise	03:44
Noon	12:31
Sunset	21:18
End of twilight	22:19
Moonrise	07:29
Moonset	none
Day length	17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 14:58

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:

Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:44–14:58: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Vinayaka Chaturthi · Ganesha

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

Rule: madhyahna vyapini: midday (the 3rd fifth of the daytime), 10:46–14:16
the tithi covers the decisive time on both days — the day with greater coverage is chosen

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:58–03:45 (23.06) Ravi Yoga 15:19–01:47 (23.06)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–14:58 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 01:47–03:45 (23.06)

Anandadi: Amrita 03:44–01:47 (23.06) Anandadi: Musala 01:47–03:45 (23.06)

Bhadra on earth: 01:47–14:58; Bhadra Mukha 01:49–04:00; Bhadra Puchha 13:39–14:58
Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:02–08:33 (23.06)
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Ashlesha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta	11:56–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta	15:27–16:37
Godhuli	21:18–21:31
Pradosha	21:18–22:35
Nishitha	00:18–00:44 (23.06)
Amrita Kalam	00:00–01:47 (23.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:43–16:54
Yamaganda	03:44–05:56
Gulika Kalam	08:08–10:19
Dur Muhurta	09:36–10:46, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam	13:13–15:01

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 14:58–21:18

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

Cutting hair, shaving	average 14:58–21:18
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 14:58–21:18
Bathing, washing hair	average 03:44–08:52, 11:53–21:18

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Ashlesha; tithi Shukla-chaturti until 14:58, Shukla-panchami from 14:58; lagna Mithuna 03:44, Karka 05:54, Simha 08:52, Kanya 11:53, Tula 14:53, Vrischika 17:54, Dhanu 20:38

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Ashlesha — physical affliction (suffering); Thursday — success.

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

Shukla-chaturti 03:44–14:58: a Rikta tithi — haircuts and shaving are not advised (according to the Muhurta Chintamani and the Kalaprakashika).
Bhadra on earth 03:44–14:58: no shaving or haircuts during Vishti Karana (according to the Muhurta Chintamani, Bhadra does harm when it is on earth; in heaven and in the netherworld its influence on earth is weak).

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −3

Avoid starting important matters: Bhadra on earth

+1 Anandadi: Amrita 03:44–01:47 (23.06)+1 Yoga Harshana 03:44–01:01 (23.06)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 14:58–03:45 (23.06)+1 Ravi Yoga 15:19–01:47 (23.06)0 Auspicious tithi 14:58–03:45 (23.06)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:44–01:47 (23.06)−2 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:44–14:58−2 Rikta tithi 03:44–14:58−3 Bhadra on earth 03:44–14:58

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:44

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra), Anandadi: Kana
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
Festivals	Skanda Shashti

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi	5Shukla-panchami (Purna, Soma) · until 17:24 more
Nakshatra	Magha, pada 1 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 04:48 (24.06) more Gandamula
Yoga	Vajra (“diamond, thunderbolt”, inauspicious) · until 02:01 (24.06) more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 04:11 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 04:11	karana Balava
from 17:24	tithi Shukla-shashti
from 17:24	karana Kaulava
from 02:01 (24.06)	yoga Siddhi

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:43
Sunrise	03:45
Noon	12:31
Sunset	21:18
End of twilight	22:19
Moonrise	08:47
Moonset	00:10
Day length	17 h 33 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 17:24

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (03:45–21:18) is good for sowing, for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Skanda Shashti · Skanda (Murugan, Kartikeya)

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

Rule: the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset, 17:24–03:45 (24.06)
the tithi begins between sunrise and sunset

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5

Muhurta

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:24–03:45 (24.06)

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:45–17:24

Anandadi: Kana all day

Gandanta (nakshatra): 19:02 (22.06)–08:33
Gandanta (tithi): 16:58–17:50
Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta	11:56–13:06
Vijaya Muhurta	15:27–16:37
Godhuli	21:18–21:31
Pradosha	21:18–22:35
Nishitha	00:19–00:44 (24.06)
Amrita Kalam	02:06–03:54 (24.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:20–12:31
Yamaganda	16:55–19:06
Gulika Kalam	05:56–08:08
Dur Muhurta	07:15–08:26, 13:06–14:17
Varjyam	15:18–17:06

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:45–17:50

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

Cutting hair, shaving	average 03:45–17:50
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 03:45–17:50
Bathing, washing hair	average 03:45–20:34

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Magha; tithi Shukla-panchami until 17:24, Shukla-shashti from 17:24; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:50, Simha 08:48, Kanya 11:49, Tula 14:49, Vrischika 17:50, Dhanu 20:34

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha — loss of property; Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = −5

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

+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:45–17:240 Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 17:24–03:45 (24.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Gandanta 03:45–08:33−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra all day−2 Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra) 03:45–17:24−3 Anandadi: Kana all day

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Yoga Siddhi, Ravi Yoga; cons: Krakacha Yoga, Fierce or sharp nakshatra
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi	6Shukla-shashti (Nanda, Kartikeya) · until 19:47 more
Nakshatra	Magha, pada 4 (fierce, Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers, Ketu) · until 04:48 more Gandamula
Yoga	Siddhi (“success, accomplishment”, auspicious) · until 02:55 (25.06) more
Karana	Kaulava (movable) · until 06:37 more
Vara	Shani vara — Saturn Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 04:48	nakshatra Purva-Phalguni
from 06:37	karana Taitila
from 19:47	tithi Shukla-saptami
from 19:47	karana Gara
from 02:55 (25.06)	yoga Vyatipata

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:44
Sunrise	03:45
Noon	12:32
Sunset	21:18
End of twilight	22:19
Moonrise	10:05
Moonset	00:19
Day length	17 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 04:48	from 19:47

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Magha (03:45–04:48) is good for sowing, for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (04:48–21:18) is good for root crops.

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Festivals and periods

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 04:48–03:45 (25.06)

Krakacha Yoga 03:45–19:47 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:47–03:45 (25.06)

Anandadi: Padma 03:45–04:48 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:48–03:45 (25.06)

Gandamula: Moon at sunrise in nakshatra Magha

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:53–03:19
Abhijit Muhurta	11:56–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta	15:27–16:37
Godhuli	21:18–21:31
Pradosha	21:18–22:35
Nishitha	00:19–00:45 (25.06)
Amrita Kalam	02:06–03:54, 00:31–02:18 (25.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	08:08–10:20
Yamaganda	14:43–16:55
Gulika Kalam	03:45–05:57
Dur Muhurta	03:45–04:55, 04:55–06:05
Varjyam	13:46–15:33

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 19:47–20:30

Haircut factors: weekday Saturday; nakshatra Magha until 04:48, Purva-Phalguni from 04:48; tithi Shukla-shashti until 19:47, Shukla-saptami from 19:47; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:46, Simha 08:44, Kanya 11:45, Tula 14:45, Vrischika 17:47, Dhanu 20:30

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Magha (until 04:48) — loss of property; Purva-Phalguni (from 04:48) — ill health; Saturday — decline of physical strength.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = −2

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

+2 Yoga Siddhi 03:45–02:55 (25.06)+2 Ravi Yoga 04:48–03:45 (25.06)0 Auspicious tithi 19:47–03:45 (25.06)0 Anandadi: Padma 03:45–04:480 Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi) 19:47–03:45 (25.06) (cancelled by a stronger yoga)−1 Anandadi: Lumbaka 04:48–03:45 (25.06)−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–04:48−3 Krakacha Yoga 03:45–19:47

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

Summary	Avoid starting important matters — Vyatipata, Samvartaka Yoga
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

At sunrise 03:45

Tithi	7Shukla-saptami (Bhadra, Indra) · until 21:55 more
Nakshatra	Purva-Phalguni, pada 4 (fierce, Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family, Venus) · until 07:41 more
Yoga	Vyatipata (“calamity, downfall”, inauspicious) · until 03:36 (26.06) more
Karana	Gara (movable) · until 08:54 more
Vara	Ravi vara — Sun Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Simha (Leo)

Changes during the day

from 07:41	nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
from 08:54	karana Vanija
from 21:55	tithi Shukla-ashtami
from 21:55	karana Vishti
from 03:36 (26.06)	yoga Variyana

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:44
Sunrise	03:45
Noon	12:32
Sunset	21:18
End of twilight	22:19
Moonrise	11:20
Moonset	00:26
Day length	17 h 32 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 07:41

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Purva-Phalguni (03:45–07:41) is good for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (07:41–21:18) is good for sowing.

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Festivals and periods

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:45–07:41 Tripushkar Yoga 07:41–21:55 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:41–03:46 (26.06)

Samvartaka Yoga 03:45–21:55

Anandadi: Chhatra 03:45–07:41 Anandadi: Mitra 07:41–03:46 (26.06)

Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:55–10:49 (26.06); Bhadra Puchha 23:51–01:08 (26.06); Bhadra Mukha 01:08–03:16 (26.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:54–03:20
Abhijit Muhurta	11:57–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta	15:27–16:37
Godhuli	21:18–21:31
Pradosha	21:18–22:36
Nishitha	00:19–00:45 (26.06)
Amrita Kalam	02:16–04:02 (26.06)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	19:06–21:18
Yamaganda	12:32–14:43
Gulika Kalam	16:55–19:06
Dur Muhurta	18:58–20:08
Varjyam	15:39–17:25

Haircut and shaving

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

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

Cutting hair, shaving	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	no suitable window — see the prohibitions below
Bathing, washing hair	average throughout the daytime

Haircut factors: weekday Sunday; nakshatra Purva-Phalguni until 07:41, Uttara-Phalguni from 07:41; tithi Shukla-saptami; lagna Mithuna 03:45, Karka 05:42, Simha 08:40, Kanya 11:41, Tula 14:41, Vrischika 17:43, Dhanu 20:26

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Purva-Phalguni (until 07:41) — ill health; Uttara-Phalguni (from 07:41) — destruction of all diseases; Sunday — physical well-being.

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

Vyatipata 03:45–21:18: auspicious undertakings, including haircuts, are avoided during this yoga (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Avoid starting important matters · score S = +1

Avoid starting important matters: Vyatipata

+3 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 07:41–03:46 (26.06)+2 Ravi Yoga 03:45–07:41+1 Anandadi: Chhatra 03:45–07:41+1 Auspicious tithi 03:45–21:55+1 Auspicious nakshatra 07:41–03:46 (26.06)0 Tripushkar Yoga 07:41–21:55−1 Fierce or sharp nakshatra 03:45–07:41−3 Samvartaka Yoga 03:45–21:55−3 Vyatipata 03:45–03:36 (26.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:45

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Anandadi: Shrivatsa, Auspicious nakshatra; cons: Surya Dagdha tithi, Anandadi: Vajra
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
Festivals	Masik Durgashtami

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi	8Shukla-ashtami (Jaya, Vasus) · until 23:35 more
Nakshatra	Uttara-Phalguni, pada 4 (fixed, Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality), Sun) · until 10:13 more
Yoga	Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 03:53 (27.06) more
Karana	Vishti (movable, inauspicious) · until 10:49 more
Vara	Soma vara — Moon Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 10:13	nakshatra Hasta
from 10:49	karana Bava
from 23:35	tithi Shukla-navami
from 23:35	karana Balava

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:45
Sunrise	03:46
Noon	12:32
Sunset	21:18
End of twilight	22:19
Moonrise	12:37
Moonset	00:32
Day length	17 h 31 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 10:13

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Uttara-Phalguni (03:46–10:13) is good for sowing.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Hasta (10:13–21:18) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 03:46–10:49: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

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Festivals and periods

Masik Durgashtami · Durga

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 21:55 (25.06)–23:35
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8

Muhurta

Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:46–10:13 Anandadi: Vajra 10:13–03:46 (27.06)

Bhadra in the netherworld: 21:55 (25.06)–10:49; Bhadra Puchha 23:51 (25.06)–01:08; Bhadra Mukha 01:08–03:16
Surya Dagdha tithi: Shukla-ashtami

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:54–03:20
Abhijit Muhurta	11:57–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta	15:27–16:37
Godhuli	21:18–21:31
Pradosha	21:18–22:36
Nishitha	00:19–00:45 (27.06)
Amrita Kalam	02:16–04:02

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	05:57–08:09
Yamaganda	10:20–12:32
Gulika Kalam	14:43–16:55
Dur Muhurta	13:07–14:17, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam	19:19–21:03

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 03:46–08:36, 11:37–20:23

Haircut factors: weekday Monday; nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni until 10:13, Hasta from 10:13; tithi Shukla-ashtami; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:38, Simha 08:36, Kanya 11:37, Tula 14:38, Vrischika 17:39, Dhanu 20:23

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Uttara-Phalguni (until 10:13) — destruction of all diseases; Hasta (from 10:13) — 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-ashtami 03:46–21:18: a Parva tithi — haircuts and shaving are postponed (according to the Muhurta Chintamani).

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Ordinary day · score S = 0

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

+1 Anandadi: Shrivatsa 03:46–10:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–10:13+1 Yoga Variyana all day+1 Auspicious weekday−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 03:46–10:49−1 Ashtami 03:46–23:35−1 Anandadi: Vajra 10:13–03:46 (27.06)−1 Surya Dagdha tithi 03:46–23:35

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

Summary	Ordinary day — pros: Ravi Yoga, Anandadi: Saumya; cons: Rikta tithi, Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9

At sunrise 03:46

Tithi	9Shukla-navami (Rikta, Serpent (Naga)) · until 00:35 (28.06) more
Nakshatra	Hasta, pada 3 (light, Savitar (Animating, Awakening), Moon) · until 12:13 more
Yoga	Variyana (“excellent, best”, auspicious) · until 03:53 more
Karana	Balava (movable) · until 12:10 more
Vara	Mangala vara — Mars Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Kanya (Virgo)

Changes during the day

from 03:53	yoga Parigha
from 12:10	karana Kaulava
from 12:13	nakshatra Chitra
from 00:35 (28.06)	tithi Shukla-dashami
from 00:35 (28.06)	karana Taitila
from 03:37 (28.06)	yoga Shiva

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:45
Sunrise	03:46
Noon	12:32
Sunset	21:18
End of twilight	22:19
Moonrise	13:55
Moonset	00:37
Day length	17 h 31 min

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 12:13

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, Hasta (03:46–12:13) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Chitra (12:13–21:18) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Festivals and periods

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 12:13–03:47 (28.06)

Krakacha Yoga 00:35–03:47 (28.06)

Anandadi: Saumya 03:46–12:13 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 12:13–03:47 (28.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:55–03:21
Abhijit Muhurta	11:57–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta	15:27–16:37
Godhuli	21:18–21:31
Pradosha	21:18–22:36
Nishitha	00:19–00:45 (28.06)
Amrita Kalam	05:43–07:27

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	16:55–19:06
Yamaganda	08:09–10:21
Gulika Kalam	12:32–14:43
Dur Muhurta	07:17–08:27, 23:53–00:19 (28.06)
Varjyam	20:39–22:20

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 03:46–08:32, 11:33–20:19

Haircut factors: weekday Tuesday; nakshatra Hasta until 12:13, Chitra from 12:13; tithi Shukla-navami; lagna Mithuna 03:46, Karka 05:34, Simha 08:32, Kanya 11:33, Tula 14:34, Vrischika 17:35, Dhanu 20:19

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Hasta (until 12:13) — imparting radiance (to the person); Chitra (from 12:13) — improvement of well-being; Tuesday — harm to longevity.

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

Shukla-navami 03:46–21:18: 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 = 0

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

+2 Ravi Yoga 12:13–03:47 (28.06)+1 Anandadi: Saumya 03:46–12:13+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:46–12:13+1 Yoga Variyana 03:46–03:53−1 Anandadi: Dhwanksha 12:13–03:47 (28.06)−1 Yoga Parigha 03:53–15:45−1 Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)−2 Rikta tithi 03:46–00:35 (28.06)

Panchanga at sunrise 03:46

Summary	Best day — Ravi Yoga, Auspicious nakshatra; auspicious time — after 13:30
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more

At sunrise 03:47

Tithi	10Shukla-dashami (Purna, Dharma) · until 00:49 (29.06) more
Nakshatra	Chitra, pada 3 (soft, Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God), Mars) · until 13:30 more
Yoga	Shiva (“auspicious, benevolent”, auspicious) · until 02:45 (29.06) more
Karana	Taitila (movable) · until 12:48 more
Vara	Buddha vara — Mercury Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 12:48	karana Gara
from 13:30	nakshatra Swati
from 00:49 (29.06)	tithi Shukla-ekadashi
from 00:49 (29.06)	karana Vanija
from 02:45 (29.06)	yoga Siddha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:46
Sunrise	03:47
Noon	12:32
Sunset	21:17
End of twilight	22:18
Moonrise	15:17
Moonset	00:44
Day length	17 h 30 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 13:30

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 (03:47–13:30) is good for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (13:30–21:17) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

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Muhurta

Ravi Yoga all day

Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:47–13:30 Anandadi: Dhumra 13:30–03:48 (29.06)

Gandanta (tithi): 00:24–01:12 (29.06)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:55–03:21
Abhijit Muhurta	none: Abhijit is not considered auspicious on Wednesday
Vijaya Muhurta	15:27–16:37
Godhuli	21:17–21:30
Pradosha	21:17–22:35
Nishitha	00:20–00:46 (29.06)
Amrita Kalam	06:46–08:27

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	12:32–14:44
Yamaganda	05:58–08:10
Gulika Kalam	10:21–12:32
Dur Muhurta	11:57–13:07
Varjyam	19:13–20:51

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:47–08:29, 11:29–17:31

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

Cutting hair, shaving	good 03:47–08:29, 11:29–17:31
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	good 03:47–08:29, 11:29–17:31
Bathing, washing hair	good 03:47–08:29, 11:29–20:15

Haircut factors: weekday Wednesday; nakshatra Chitra until 13:30, Swati from 13:30; tithi Shukla-dashami; lagna Mithuna 03:47, Karka 05:30, Simha 08:29, Kanya 11:29, Tula 14:30, Vrischika 17:31, Dhanu 20:15

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Chitra (until 13:30) — improvement of well-being; Swati (from 13:30) — relief from all suffering; Wednesday — favour of the authorities.

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +5

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

Auspicious time begins after 13:30

+2 Ravi Yoga all day+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:47–13:30+1 Yoga Shiva 03:47–02:45 (29.06)+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:47–00:49 (29.06)−1 Anandadi: Kaladanda 03:47–13:30

Panchanga at sunrise 03:47

Summary	Best day — Yoga Siddha, Ravi Yoga; auspicious time — until 12:37
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Chaturmasya
Festivals	Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma)

At sunrise 03:48

Tithi	11Shukla-ekadashi (Nanda, Rudra) · until 00:12 (30.06) more
Nakshatra	Swati, pada 3 (movable, Waiu (Wind), Rahu) · until 14:00 more
Yoga	Siddha (“perfected, accomplished”, auspicious) · until 01:13 (30.06) more
Karana	Vanija (movable) · until 12:37 more
Vara	Guru vara — Jupiter Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 12:37	karana Vishti
from 14:00	nakshatra Vishakha
from 00:12 (30.06)	tithi Shukla-dvadashi
from 00:12 (30.06)	karana Bava
from 01:13 (30.06)	yoga Sadhya

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:47
Sunrise	03:48
Noon	12:33
Sunset	21:17
End of twilight	22:18
Moonrise	16:44
Moonset	00:51
Day length	17 h 29 min

Gardener’s calendar

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

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

task	at sunrise	from 14:00

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

According to the Kalaprakashika, Swati (03:48–14:00) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Vishakha (14:00–21:17) is good for sowing, for root crops.
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) 12:37–21:17: according to the Kalaprakashika, sowing, reaping and harvesting are not begun during it.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Devshayani Ekadashi (Harishayani, Padma) · Vishnu

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

Rule: udaya vyapini: tithi at sunrise, tithi 00:49–00:12 (30.06)
the tithi covers the decisive time on this day only
Parana (breaking the fast): 05:51–07:18 (30.06)

Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Ravi Yoga 03:48–14:00

Anandadi: Sthira 03:48–14:00 Anandadi: Vardhamana 14:00–03:48 (30.06)

Bhadra in the netherworld: 12:37–00:12 (30.06); Bhadra Puchha 17:11–18:21; Bhadra Mukha 18:21–20:18

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:56–03:22
Abhijit Muhurta	11:57–13:07
Vijaya Muhurta	15:27–16:37
Godhuli	21:17–21:30
Pradosha	21:17–22:35
Nishitha	00:20–00:46 (30.06)
Amrita Kalam	05:01–06:39

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	14:44–16:55
Yamaganda	03:48–05:59
Gulika Kalam	08:10–10:21
Dur Muhurta	09:37–10:47, 16:37–17:47
Varjyam	19:31–21:06

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: good 03:48–08:25, 11:26–14:00

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

Cutting hair, shaving	good 03:48–08:25, 11:26–14:00
Cutting fingernails	average 03:48–17:27
Cutting toenails	good 03:48–08:25, 11:26–14:00
Bathing, washing hair	good 03:48–08:25, 11:26–14:00

Haircut factors: weekday Thursday; nakshatra Swati until 14:00, Vishakha from 14:00; tithi Shukla-ekadashi; lagna Mithuna 03:48, Karka 05:26, Simha 08:25, Kanya 11:26, Tula 14:26, Vrischika 17:27, Dhanu 20:11

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Swati (until 14:00) — relief from all suffering; Vishakha (from 14:00) — loss of money; Thursday — success.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Best day · score S = +7

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

Auspicious time ends by 12:37

+2 Yoga Siddha 03:48–01:13 (30.06)+2 Ravi Yoga 03:48–14:00+1 Anandadi: Sthira 03:48–14:00+1 Auspicious nakshatra 03:48–14:00+1 Auspicious weekday+1 Auspicious tithi 03:48–00:12 (30.06)0 Chaturmasya−1 Vishti (Bhadra) 12:37–00:12 (30.06)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:48

Summary	Favourable day — Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga, Anandadi: Matanga; auspicious time — after 13:40
Month	Ashadha (amanta) · same in the purnimanta system more
Paksha	Shukla Paksha (bright half, waxing Moon)
Samvatsara	Shobhakrit (No. 37) · Shaka 1945 · Vikram 2080 more
Period	Chaturmasya
Festivals	Pradosha Vrat

At sunrise 03:48

Tithi	12Shukla-dvadashi (Bhadra, Sun (Ravi)) · until 22:47 more
Nakshatra	Vishakha, pada 3 (mixed, Indra and Agni, Jupiter) · until 13:40 more
Yoga	Sadhya (“attainable, amenable”, auspicious) · until 23:01 more
Karana	Bava (movable) · until 11:35 more
Vara	Shukra vara — Venus Day (from sunrise to sunrise) more
Signs	Sun: Mithuna (Gemini), Moon: Tula (Libra)

Changes during the day

from 11:35	karana Balava
from 13:40	nakshatra Anuradha
from 22:47	tithi Shukla-triodashi
from 22:47	karana Kaulava
from 23:01	yoga Shubha

Sun and Moon

Dawn	02:48
Sunrise	03:48
Noon	12:33
Sunset	21:17
End of twilight	22:17
Moonrise	18:17
Moonset	01:02
Day length	17 h 28 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 13:40

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, Vishakha (03:48–13:40) is good for sowing, for root crops.
According to the Kalaprakashika, Anuradha (13:40–21:17) is good for sowing, for flowering plants and fruit-bearing creepers.

more — lunar calendar for gardeners

Festivals and periods

Pradosha Vrat · Shiva

Rule: pradosha vyapini: 3 muhurtas after sunset, 21:17–22:35
the tithi does not cover the decisive time on either day — the day it begins is chosen

Chaturmasya

Muhurta

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:40–03:49 (01.07)

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–22:47

Anandadi: Matanga 03:48–13:40 Anandadi: Rakshasa 13:40–03:49 (01.07)

Timings of the day

Favourable

Brahma Muhurta	02:56–03:22
Abhijit Muhurta	11:58–13:08
Vijaya Muhurta	15:27–16:37
Godhuli	21:17–21:30
Pradosha	21:17–22:35
Nishitha	00:20–00:46 (01.07)
Amrita Kalam	04:59–06:34, 02:38–04:10 (01.07)

Unfavourable

Rahu Kalam	10:22–12:33
Yamaganda	16:55–19:06
Gulika Kalam	05:59–08:10
Dur Muhurta	07:18–08:28, 13:08–14:17
Varjyam	17:29–19:00

Haircut and shaving

Cutting hair, shaving: average 03:48–08:21, 11:22–17:23

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 03:48–08:21, 11:22–17:23
Cutting fingernails, cutting toenails	average 03:48–08:21, 11:22–17:23
Bathing, washing hair	good 13:40–20:07

Haircut factors: weekday Friday; nakshatra Vishakha until 13:40, Anuradha from 13:40; tithi Shukla-dvadashi; lagna Mithuna 03:48, Karka 05:22, Simha 08:21, Kanya 11:22, Tula 14:22, Vrischika 17:23, Dhanu 20:07

Effects of a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: Vishakha (until 13:40) — loss of money; Anuradha (from 13:40) — loss of money. In general Anuradha is favourable, but not for the very first shaving, cutting or trimming of hair (“vapanam”); Friday — universal respect.

Cautions:

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

Rules and sources · lunar haircut calendar

Day summary

Favourable day · score S = +4

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

Auspicious time begins after 13:40

+1 Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga 13:40–03:49 (01.07)+1 Anandadi: Matanga 03:48–13:40+1 Yoga Sadhya 03:48–23:01+1 Auspicious weekday0 Auspicious nakshatra 13:40–03:49 (01.07)0 Chaturmasya0 Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi) 03:48–22:47 (cancelled by a stronger yoga)0 Anandadi: Rakshasa 13:40–03:49 (01.07)

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

Panchanga at sunrise 03:48

soaking seedsplanting above-ground crops, with pricking outplanting root crops, without pricking outpricking outpinching out side shootsroot division, digging upwatering, foliar feedingploughingweeding, pest controlplant healing, grafting, cuttingsharvesting grain (per Raman)harvest: sap in the topsharvest: sap in the roots

Jyeshtha (Vedic name Shukra) — The hottest month, a time to honour water and the Ganga: Ganga Dussehra, Nirjala Ekadashi, Vat Purnima.
Patron: Trivikrama; Aditya — Mitra. Full moon in nakshatra Jyeshtha. Ritu: Grishma.

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

Shobhakrit (No. 37 of 60, “maker of beauty”) — A year of beauty: prosperity, success in the arts and in making life beautiful.
Northern samvatsara: Nala (No. 50)
Shaka Samvat 1945 · Vikram Samvat 2080 · Kali Yuga 5124
Next year — Krodhi, from the new moon before Ugadi (the start of Chaitra) 8.04.2024
In South India (Shaka Samvat, lunar reckoning) the years of the 60-year cycle follow one another without a break, and the name of the year changes at Ugadi — at the start of Chaitra, on the first tithi of the bright half.

Shukla-dvadashi (12, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth lunar day and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.

Chitra (14)
Meaning: Brilliant, clear
Symbol: Pearl or brilliant jewel
Deity: Tvashtri (Heavenly Architect) or Vishwakarma (Vastu God)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: accumulate brilliant qualities (receive well-deserved respect)

Variyana (18) — “excellent, best”
Auspicious: comfort and convenience, purchases, home improvement, any auspicious deeds.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Balava (movable)
Deity: Brahma
Auspicious: religious rites, study, spiritual and charitable work.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Guru vara — Jupiter Day
Lord: Jupiter
The time of Jupiter's action is considered the most favorable for all worldly and spiritual affairs not related to coercion or anger. You can begin spiritual practices, good deeds, study of philosophy, Doctrine, various sciences.

Dawn
Start of morning civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon and the sky grows light.

Sunrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the solar disc, with refraction. The Vedic day and the vara begin at sunrise.

Noon
True noon — the culmination of the Sun, midway between sunrise and sunset.

Sunset
The upper limb of the solar disc disappears below the horizon (with refraction).

End of twilight
End of evening civil twilight: the Sun is 6° below the horizon.

Moonrise
Appearance of the upper limb of the lunar disc above the horizon. The decisive time for Sankashti Chaturthi and Karwa Chauth.

Moonset
The upper limb of the lunar disc disappears below the horizon.

Gardener’s calendar
Garden tasks are rated as in the site’s “Lunar calendar for gardeners” section: the weekday, nakshatra and tithi are taken into account; starting from a base score of 3, each factor adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–6: 0–2 — bad, 3–4 — average, 5–6 — good. The table shows the rating at sunrise and after each change of nakshatra or tithi during the daytime (“from HH:MM”); the icons next to the sunrise rating show the contribution of the weekday, nakshatra and tithi at sunrise: “+” (green) adds one point, “0” (yellow) has no effect, “–” (red) subtracts one.

The ratings are the site author’s summary of the Indian and Tibetan traditions. Classical texts on agriculture: the Kalaprakashika (ch. XIX–XX, English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha (ch. XIII), the Brihat Samhita of Varahamihira (ch. 55).

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

Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling

Anandadi: Chara — “movable”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Anandadi: Sthira — “steady”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Ashubha Yoga (tithi and nakshatra)
An inauspicious combination of tithi and nakshatra (the “empty” nakshatra of a tithi, for example the 6th or 11th tithi with Rohini, the 12th with Ashlesha). Whatever is begun at this time remains without result.

Brahma Muhurta
The penultimate, 14th muhurta of the night: it begins about an hour and a half before sunrise and lasts about 48 minutes. The best time for meditation, prayer, japa and study.

Abhijit Muhurta
The 8th of the 15 daytime muhurtas, around true noon (about 48 minutes). The “invincible” time, suitable for almost any new undertaking — except on Wednesdays.

Vijaya Muhurta
The 11th daytime muhurta, the “time of victory”: good for journeys, contests and decisive action; the main time of Vijayadashami.

Godhuli
“Dust from the hooves” — about 24 minutes right after sunset, when the cows return from pasture. An auspicious time for weddings and evening rites.

Pradosha
The first fifth of the night after sunset (three night muhurtas, about 2.5 hours). The time for worshipping Shiva, lighting the Diwali diyas and performing Holika Dahan.

Nishitha
Midnight — the 8th muhurta of the night. The decisive time for Maha Shivaratri, Krishna Janmashtami and Kali Puja.

Amrita Kalam
“Time of nectar” — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra, favourable for any new undertaking and mitigating inauspicious factors.

Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.

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

Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.

How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30.

Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.

How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.

Dur Muhurta
An inauspicious muhurta (about 48 minutes) — one or two per day, specific to each weekday. It is avoided for new undertakings, journeys and deals.

Varjyam
“Rejected” time — about an hour and a half within each nakshatra (4 ghatis of 60, starting from a ghati specific to that nakshatra). Unfavourable for new undertakings.

Cutting fingernails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.

Cutting toenails
B. V. Raman: nails are not cut on Friday or Saturday, on Ashtami, Navami or Chaturdashi, or on new moon and full moon days.

weekday
Weekdays for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; avoided — Sunday, Tuesday and Saturday (Sunday is permitted for Brahmins, Tuesday for Kshatriyas, Saturday for Vaishyas and others); Monday is good only during the waxing Moon.

Thursday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Chitra
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Swati
+1 — favourable for a haircut

nakshatra
Nakshatras for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — Ashwini, Mrigashirsha, Punarvasu, Pushya, Hasta, Chitra, Shravana, Dhanishtha and Revati; fairly good — Rohini, Uttara Phalguni, Swati, Uttara Ashadha, Shatabhisha and Uttara Bhadrapada; the rest are avoided.

Shukla-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Shukla-triodashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut

tithi
Tithis for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th; avoided — the 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 14th, full moon and new moon; in Krishna Paksha the first five tithis are permitted (according to some, the first seven).

Vrishabha
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Mithuna
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Karka
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Simha
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”

Kanya
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Tula
+1 — auspicious sign for a haircut

Vrischika
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “disease and suffering”

lagna
Lagna for a haircut according to the Kalaprakashika: auspicious signs — Vrishabha, Mithuna, Karka, Kanya, Tula, Makara and Mina; avoided — Mesha, Simha, Vrischika, Dhanu and Kumbha (all except Kumbha are permitted if a benefic occupies the sign or benefics aspect it).
Mesha (Aries) — “great calamities”; Simha (Leo) — “disease and suffering”; Vrischika (Scorpio) — “disease and suffering”; Dhanu (Sagittarius) — “fear of the authorities”; Kumbha (Aquarius) — “ruin of the family”.

Rules and sources
Classical rules: have a haircut or shave in the daytime, preferably before noon — not at night or at twilight; not after eating, bathing or anointing the body with oil; not on the day of setting out on a journey; not when one’s wife is pregnant; not on one’s birth nakshatra or the 10th and 19th nakshatras from it, and not during Chandrashtama (the Moon in the 8th sign from the natal Moon). These prohibitions are lifted for a wedding, an initiation, release from prison, mourning for one’s parents and at the ruler’s command.

Sources: the Kalaprakashika of Narasimha (ch. V on haircuts — written about a child’s first haircut, chaula; English translation by N. P. Subramania Iyer, 1917), the Muhurta Chintamani of Rama Daivajna, B. V. Raman’s Muhurtha. The rating is the site’s summary, as in the “Lunar haircut calendar”: starting from a base score of 4, each factor — weekday, nakshatra, tithi and lagna — adds one point if favourable or subtracts one if unfavourable; total score 0–8: 7–8 good, 4–6 average, 0–3 bad. Windows are the parts of the daytime with the best rating (at least 15 minutes long); for haircuts, shaving and nail cutting, the times of the day’s prohibitions are excluded.

Auspicious nakshatra
The Moon in a fixed, soft, light or movable nakshatra — favourable for activities of its type.

Auspicious weekday
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday — the days of the gentle (saumya) planets: the Moon, Mercury, Jupiter and Venus.

Auspicious tithi
A tithi favourable for new undertakings: in the bright half of the month — the 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th, 11th and 13th, in the dark half — the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th.

Parigha (19) — “bolt, barrier”
Inauspicious: obstacles; nothing is started in the first half of the yoga, while the second half is acceptable.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Shukla-triodashi (13, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth lunar day is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.

Swati (15)
Meaning: Sword
Symbol: Sword, also sprout or coral
Deity: Waiu (Wind)
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: scatter like air, move, convert

Taitila (movable)
Deity: Aryaman
Auspicious: dealings with authorities and superiors, fame, home and housing, clothing and jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Shukra vara — Venus Day
Lord: Venus
All manifestations of beauty and harmony find their support and development on this day, therefore, most worldly and spiritual affairs that do not rely on brute force are good to begin or implement at this time. The day is especially good for marriage, hiring workers, building relationships, creativity, music, singing, dancing, poetry and holding holidays or performances, it is best to schedule a romantic date at this time - it will add additional shine to decorations and a special aroma to flowers, and tact to the owners of all this.

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

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

Shukla-triodashi
no pruning or felling

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

Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Anandadi: Matanga — “elephant”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Ravi Yoga
The Moon’s nakshatra is the 4th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 13th or 20th from the Sun’s nakshatra. As the Sun dispels darkness, so this yoga cancels many bad combinations of the day and supports new undertakings.

Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga
The yoga of “accomplishing all aims”: an auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra (each day has its own 3–7 nakshatras). Good for any new undertaking; exceptions: Thu + Pushya is not used for weddings, Tue + Ashwini for housewarmings, Sat + Rohini for travel.

Anandadi: Gada — “mace”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Anandadi: Rakshasa — “demon”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.

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

Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.

How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 7. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 15:00–16:30.

Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.

How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.

Friday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Vishakha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shiva (20) — “auspicious, benevolent”
Auspicious: spiritual practice, mantras, worship, study with a teacher.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Rikta tithi
“Empty” tithi (the 4th, 9th or 14th): whatever is begun bears no fruit; suitable for removal, demolition and overcoming obstacles.

Shukla-chaturdashi (14, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth lunar day and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.

Anuradha (17)
Meaning: Following Radha, success
Symbol: Lotus flower, row, furrow or rut
Deity: Mitra (Friend)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give worship (whence abundance and honor, worthy relationships and popularity)

Vanija (movable)
Deity: Shri (Lakshmi)
Auspicious: trade, deals, buying and selling, partnerships and long-term business projects.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Shani vara — Saturn Day
Lord: Saturn
This is the only day of the week when, according to astrological indications, you can safely postpone most important household and spiritual affairs, which is reflected in a variety of cultures around the world. However, on this day you can carry out monotonous monotonous work, or relax.

Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

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

Shukla-chaturdashi
not good for sowing seeds, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings

Siddha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
An auspicious combination of weekday and tithi group: Fri — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Wed — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Tue — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Sat — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Thu — Purna (5, 10, 15). Brings success; if the same pair also forms an inauspicious yoga, Siddha prevails.

Anandadi: Amrita — “nectar of immortality”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Mrityu Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Deadly” combination of weekday and tithi group: Sun and Tue — Nanda (1, 6, 11), Mon and Fri — Bhadra (2, 7, 12), Wed — Jaya (3, 8, 13), Thu — Rikta (4, 9, 14), Sat — Purna (5, 10, 15). Portends failure for new undertakings.

Anandadi: Musala — “pestle, club”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Bhadra
The time of Vishti Karana — halves of the 4th, 8th, 11th and 15th tithis of the bright half and of the 3rd, 7th, 10th and 14th of the dark half of the month. Auspicious activities are not begun during Bhadra; its strength depends on where it resides: on earth it is most harmful, while in heaven or in the netherworld the harm is mitigated (according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, there it even portends good fortune and gain).

The Moon in Mesha, Vrishabha, Mithuna or Vrischika: Bhadra is in heaven (svarga) — its influence on earth is weak.

Bhadra Mukha
“Mouth” of Bhadra — the most dangerous 5 ghatis (2 hours) of Bhadra; nothing important is done at this time.

Bhadra Puchha
“Tail” of Bhadra — the last 3 ghatis (1 h 12 min) of one of its praharas; considered an acceptable time if Bhadra cannot be avoided (for example, for Holika Dahan).

Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.

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

Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.

How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00.

Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.

How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 1. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 06:00–07:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.

Saturday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Anuradha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Purnima
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Siddha (21) — “perfected, accomplished”
Especially auspicious: success of undertakings, gaining knowledge and receiving initiations.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Krura vara (day of Mars or Saturn)
Tuesday or Saturday — the days of the harsh (krura) planets Mars and Saturn.

Vishti (Bhadra)
Vishti Karana (Bhadra) is in force during the daytime, but not on earth (the Moon is not in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina): the harm is mitigated, yet this time is still usually avoided for weddings, travel and important undertakings.

Purnima (15, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Vishvedevas.
Vishvedevas rule the full moon and protect the peace of mind and the performance of austerities.

Jyestha (18)
Meaning: Born before (eldest, chief)
Symbol: Umbrella or earring, amulet, necklace
Deity: Indra (Leader of the Gods)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: rise up and win, draw strength in battle (looking for the limits of fearlessness)

Bava (movable)
Deity: Indra
Auspicious: good for any benevolent and lasting work, building up health and strength, undertakings meant to grow.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Ravi vara — Sun Day
Lord: Sun
This day is suitable for generosity, celebrations, holidays, performances and festivals. Meetings with high-ranking people and important government affairs are good to carry out on this day.

The exact opposition of the Sun and the Moon: the Moon is at full strength. A time for fasts, pujas and charity.

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

Purnima
sowing seeds, any undertakings

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees

Anandadi: Siddhi — “success”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Siddha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
An additional auspicious combination of weekday and nakshatra, not given in all panchangas: Sun — Mula, Mon — Dhanishtha, Tue — Uttara Bhadrapada, Wed — Krittika, Thu — Punarvasu, Fri — Purva Phalguni, Sat — Swati.

Anandadi: Kana — “one-eyed, defective”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Jwalamukhi Yoga
“Fire-breathing” yoga: the 1st tithi with Mula, the 5th with Bharani, the 8th with Krittika, the 9th with Rohini, the 10th with Ashlesha. Especially harmful for weddings, housewarmings, sowing and beginning studies.

Gandanta
The knotted junction of “water” and “fire”: the last pada of Ashlesha, Jyeshtha and Revati and the first pada of Magha, Mula and Ashwini (as well as the tithi junctions of the 5th and 6th, the 10th and 11th, the 15th and 1st). Unfavourable for new undertakings.

Gandamula
The Moon in Ashwini, Ashlesha, Magha, Jyeshtha, Mula or Revati — the nakshatras at the junctions of signs. For those born in them, tradition prescribes a pacifying rite; new undertakings call for caution.

Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.

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

Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.

How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30.

Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.

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

Sunday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Jyestha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Fierce or sharp nakshatra
The Moon in an ugra or tikshna nakshatra: a time for harsh deeds, not for auspicious undertakings.

Krishna-pratipat (1, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first day of the waning moon is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.

Mula (19)
Meaning: Root
Symbol: Roots, elephant goad, lion's tail (panicle)
Deity: Nirriti (Goddess of Destruction or Alakshmi)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: destroy, crush (also the ability to destroy destruction)

Sadhya (22) — “attainable, amenable”
Auspicious (in some traditions — especially auspicious): study, practice, mastering new things — anything achieved through effort.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Kaulava (movable)
Deity: Mitra
Auspicious: friendship, love, matchmaking and alliances, reconciliation, jewellery.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Soma vara — Moon Day
Lord: Moon
Favorable for any daily activities related to water, food, housing, women, trade, hotels, utilities, etc. You can carry out a wide variety of earthworks, both gardening and construction; preparing food, getting a haircut, doing treatment, decorating, building relationships, getting married and hiring.

Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

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

Krishna-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees

Krishna-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

Anandadi: Lumbaka
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Anandadi: Utpata — “calamity”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.

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

Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.

How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00.

Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.

How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 6. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 13:30–15:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.

Monday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Mula
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-dvitya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shubha (23) — “goodness, happiness”
Especially auspicious: any auspicious deeds and ceremonies.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Kshaya tithi
“Omitted” tithi, lying entirely between two sunrises and touching neither of them (avama day): unfavourable for new undertakings.

Krishna-tritya (3, waning Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third day of the waning moon. It is a good time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can start any important business.

Purva-Ashadha (20)
Meaning: Prior invincible, unsubdued
Symbol: Elephant tusk, fan or bed
Deity: Varuna
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: add strength, energy (regenerate)

Shukla (24) — “bright, pure”
Auspicious: pure and noble deeds, religious rites, study.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Mangala vara — Mars Day
Lord: Mars
Promotes decisive manifestations of will, competitions, active and gambling games, sports, training, overcoming obstacles, working with fire, metal (especially iron), mechanisms, electricity, explosive substances and weapons, militant actions, demand from debtors, litigation, verdicts, quarrels, conflicts, control of parasites (insects and rats) and similar matters. Some medical procedures, such as massage or chiropractic therapy, can be carried out during this time.

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Anandadi: Mitra — “friend”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Anandadi: Manasa — “thought”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and nakshatra)
“Burnt” combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Bharani, Mon — Chitra, Tue — Uttara Ashadha, Wed — Dhanishtha, Thu — Uttara Phalguni, Fri — Jyeshtha, Sat — Revati. Whatever is begun “burns up” without bearing fruit.

The Moon in Kanya, Tula, Dhanu or Makara: Bhadra is in patala (the netherworld) — its influence on earth is weak; according to a verse of the Muhurta Chintamani, it even portends gain.

Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.

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

Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.

How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 3. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 09:00–10:30.

Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.

How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 5. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 12:00–13:30. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.

Tuesday
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Purva-Ashadha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Uttara-Ashadha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-chaturti (4, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth day of the waning Moon is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.

Uttara-Ashadha (21)
Meaning: Subsequent invincible, insubordinate
Symbol: Small bed
Deity: Vishva-Deva (All Gods)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: give an undeniable victory, thanks to alliances and support

Brahma (25) — “Brahma, sacred knowledge”
Especially auspicious: study, sacred rites, peace and reconciliation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Buddha vara — Mercury Day
Lord: Mercury
If Mercury is not under the influence of malefic planets, the day will be favorable, active, you can do a lot and learn a lot (if the opposite happens, there will be absent-mindedness, vanity and ill-considered actions leading to losses). Owner day promotes all intellectual and creative pursuits: music, graphics, poetry, literature, linguistics, mathematics, astrology, the study of ordinary and secret sciences.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

nakshatra Uttara-Ashadha
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-chaturti
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

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-panchami
any undertakings

Anandadi: Chhatra — “royal parasol”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Anandadi: Vajra — “thunderbolt”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Anandadi: Mudgara — “hammer”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Surya Dagdha tithi
A tithi “burnt” by the Sun in its current sign (the Sun in Dhanu or Mina — the 2nd, in Vrishabha or Kumbha — the 4th, in Mesha or Karka — the 6th, in Mithuna or Kanya — the 8th, in Simha or Vrischika — the 10th, in Tula or Makara — the 12th): unfavourable for new undertakings.

Rahu Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Rahu (a different segment for each weekday). No new work, journeys or deals are started; whatever was begun earlier may be continued.

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

Yamaganda
One-eighth of the daytime associated with Yama: unfavourable for new undertakings and journeys.

How it is calculated: the eighths of the daytime belong to the planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day; Yamaganda (Yamaghantaka) is Jupiter’s portion, today part 2. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 07:30–09:00.

Gulika Kalam
One-eighth of the daytime ruled by Gulika (the son of Saturn). Whatever is begun at this time tends to repeat, so funerals are not held and loans are not taken during Gulika; important new undertakings are usually avoided.

How it is calculated: Saturn’s portion among the eighths of the daytime (planets in weekday order, starting from the lord of the day), today part 4. According to the printed tables (nominal day 6:00–18:00) — 10:30–12:00. According to a note by the translator of the Kalaprakashika, Gulika is not considered inauspicious: it is even good for reaping, gathering grain, trade, medical treatment, repaying debts and a number of other activities; the view that whatever is begun during Gulika will repeat itself is a popular (mainly Tamil) belief.

Wednesday
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shravana
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-panchami (5, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth day of the waning moon is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.

Shravana (22)
Meaning: Listener
Symbol: Ear (listener), three footprints (Vishnu's steps), trident
Deity: Shri Vishnu
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: bind together (three worlds, i.e. all)

Indra (26) — “Indra, lord”
Especially auspicious: power and administration, taking office, dealings with influential patrons.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

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

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

Krishna-panchami
any undertakings

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-shashti
plowing the ground

Anandadi: Dhwaja — “banner”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Anandadi: Shrivatsa — “mark of good fortune on Vishnu’s chest”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Dagdha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Burnt” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 12, Mon — 11, Tue — 5, Wed — 3, Thu — 6, Fri — 8, Sat — 9. Whatever is begun bears no fruit.

Dosha-free Panchaka
Began on a Wednesday or Thursday: carries no particular dosha, but the five prohibitions of Panchaka still apply.
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.

Dhanishtha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Vaidhriti
The nitya yoga of “discord” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, and the day suits fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.

Krishna-shashti (6, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides over the sixth day of the waning moon, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, carrying out festivals and performances.

Dhanishtha (23)
Meaning: The richest or fastest, Shravishtha - the most famous
Symbol: Drum or flute
Deity: Vasu (kind) - 8 phenomena of nature, assistants of Indra
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: bring abundance and fame through the direction and organization of people

Vaidhriti (27) — “without support, discord”
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all; good for fasting, prayer and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

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

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

Krishna-shashti
plowing the ground

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground

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

Anandadi: Prajapati — “lord of creatures”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Anandadi: Saumya — “gentle, lunar”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Krakacha Yoga
“Saw”: the tithi number and the weekday number (Sun = 1 … Sat = 7) add up to 13 — Sun and the 12th tithi, Mon and the 11th, Tue and the 10th, Wed and the 9th, Thu and the 8th, Fri and the 7th, Sat and the 6th. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.

The Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and does harm — auspicious activities are not started.

Shatabhisha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Panchaka
The Moon in Kumbha or Mina (from the middle of Dhanishtha to the end of Revati). During these five nakshatras people do not travel south, gather firewood or grass, lay a roof or build a bed; cremation is performed with a special rite.

Bhadra on earth
Vishti Karana with the Moon in Karka, Simha, Kumbha or Mina: Bhadra resides on earth (bhu-loka) and is especially harmful.

Krishna-saptami (7, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh day of the waning moon is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.

Shatabhisha (24)
Meaning: One hundred healers
Symbol: Garland of 100 flowers, circle
Deity: Varuna
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give healing (bodily and spiritual) through Divine Grace

Vishkambha (1) — “prop, bolt”
Inauspicious: portends obstacles. If a matter cannot be postponed, the first 3 ghatis of the yoga (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

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

Krishna-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, digging the ground

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden

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

Anandadi: Ananda — “joy”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Visha Yoga (weekday and tithi)
“Poisonous” tithi of the weekday: Sun — 4, Mon — 6, Tue — 7, Wed — 2, Thu — 8, Fri — 9, Sat — 7. Unfavourable for new undertakings, medical treatment and transactions.

Anandadi: Kaladanda — “staff of death”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Purva-Bhadra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-ashtami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Priti (2) — “love, affection”
Auspicious: friendship, reconciliation, love, matchmaking — anything that requires people’s goodwill.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Ashtami
8th tithi: a day of Durga and Shiva, good for fasting and worship, but weaker than usual for worldly undertakings.

Krishna-ashtami (8, waning Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth day of the waning Moon is Vasus, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.

Purva-Bhadra (25)
Meaning: First Blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Head of red bed, two-faced man, swords
Deity: Aja Ekapad - sunbeam or lightning strike
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: ignite and kindle the fire of spiritual search

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

Krishna-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Uttara-Bhadra
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-navami (9, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The Serpent (Naga) presides over the ninth day of the waning Moon, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.

Uttara-Bhadra (26)
Meaning: Later blessed (foot, leg)
Symbol: Part of the red bed for legs (foot), twins
Deity: Ahirbudhyana (Serpent of the Deep - Milky Way under the horizon)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give rain (nourishment and stability)

Ayushman (3) — “long-lived”
Auspicious: health and healing, long-term matters and anything meant to last a long time.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Gara (movable)
Deity: Bhu (the Earth goddess)
Auspicious: farming, sowing and planting, building a house, household affairs.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Uttara-Bhadra
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-navami
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Krishna-dashami
any undertakings

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

Revati
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-dashami
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Krishna-dashami (10, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth day of the waning moon is protected by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.

Revati (27)
Meaning: Rich, prosperous
Symbol: Fish (sometimes a couple) or drum
Deity: Pushan (Prosperous)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: nourish (satiate at the expense of its abundance)

Shobhana (5) — “splendid, beautiful”
Auspicious: jewellery, celebrations, travel, creative undertakings.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Vishti (movable)
Deity: Yama
Bhadra — the most inauspicious karana: weddings, journeys, purchases and any auspicious undertakings are avoided during it. It suits only harsh deeds: fighting enemies, demolition, removing obstacles.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

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

Krishna-dashami
any undertakings

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding

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

Anandadi: Shubha — “auspiciousness”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Amrita Siddhi Yoga
A combination of weekday and nakshatra that yields the “nectar of success”: Sun — Hasta, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashwini, Wed — Anuradha, Thu — Pushya, Fri — Revati, Sat — Rohini. One of the strongest auspicious yogas: it brings success to almost any undertaking.

Ashwini
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-ekadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Krishna-ekadashi (11, waning Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh day of the waning Moon is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.

Ashwini (1)
Meaning: Riders or Grooms
Symbol: Horse's Head
Deity: Ashwini Kumara
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: quickly achieve anything

Atiganda (6) — “great danger”
Inauspicious: portends trouble and hindrances; if necessary, the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Krishna-ekadashi
plowing, pruning and weeding

Krishna-dvadashi
neutral

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

Anandadi: Mrityu — “death”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Bharani
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-dvadashi
0 — does not affect the haircut rating

Dhanu
−1 — inauspicious sign for a haircut
according to the Kalaprakashika: “fear of the authorities”

Krishna-dvadashi (12, waning Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Sun (Ravi).
The Sun (Ravi) rules the twelfth day of the waning Moon and this period is auspicious for religious ceremonies, lighting the sacred fire and performing one's duties.

Bharani (2)
Meaning: Carrier (porter or loader)
Symbol: Yoni (bosom, source)
Deity: Yama (Dharma-raja)
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: take (take away) something

Sukarma (7) — “good deed”
Auspicious: good and religious deeds, starting work, helping people.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

The Sun’s entry into a new sidereal sign — the start of a solar month. The time around this moment (Punya Kala) is favourable for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun.

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling

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

Anandadi: Padma — “lotus”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Yamaghanta
“Bell of Yama” — a combination of weekday and nakshatra: Sun — Magha, Mon — Vishakha, Tue — Ardra, Wed — Mula, Thu — Krittika, Fri — Rohini, Sat — Hasta. One of the most dangerous yogas: travel, surgery and any important new undertakings are avoided.

Krittika
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna-trayodashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Sankranti day
The Sun moves into a new sign: a time for holy baths, dana and worship of the Sun, but not for new undertakings.

Krishna-trayodashi (13, waning Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: God of Love.
The thirteenth day of the waning moon is ruled by the God of love, which is favorable for establishing friendly relations, sensual pleasures, as well as celebrations.

Krittika (3)
Meaning: Cutter (chisel) or chopping
Symbol: Sharp tool (axe, razor), flame
Deity: Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: burn and ignite others

Dhriti (8) — “steadfastness, firmness”
Auspicious: lasting and long-term matters, laying foundations and building, vows.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

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

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

Krishna-trayodashi
no pruning or felling

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Rohini
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Krishna-chaturdashi
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Krishna Chaturdashi
14th tithi of the waning Moon, the eve of the new moon: unfavourable for new undertakings; a day of Shiva (Masik Shivaratri).

Krishna-chaturdashi (14, waning Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Kali.
Kali rules the fourteenth day of the waning moon and promotes destruction, appeal to elementals (forces of nature, elements) and spirits.

Rohini (4)
Meaning: Red (an epithet of the star Aldebaran)
Symbol: Wagon, rarely: temple, banyan, incense, sandalwood
Deity: Prajapati (Brahma - Creator)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give growth (prosperity, fertility)

Shula (9) — “spear, sharp pain”
Inauspicious: disputes and pain; the first 5 ghatis (about 2 h) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Shakuni (fixed)
Deity: Kali (personification of the Kali Yuga)
Inauspicious for new undertakings. Good for preparing and taking medicines, mantras, protective and pacifying rites.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

Saturday — Day of Saturn
what to do (Tibetan tradition): working in the field, planting flowers and trees, sowing, making a pond and a well; do not plow
plants of the day: slow-growing, long-lived, dense, heavy, sturdy plants

nakshatra Rohini
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Krishna-chaturdashi
for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion

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.

Mrigashirsha
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Amavasya
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Amavasya (30, waning Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Pitris (ancestors).
The Pitris (ancestors) rule the new moon; this period is suitable for rites honoring the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana), for pacifying the mind and performing austerities.

Mrigashirsha (5)
Meaning: Deer head (alt. searching star)
Symbol: Deer head
Deity: Soma (Chandra, Moon)
Type: soft (mridu, maitra) — For arts and music, friendship and love, new clothes and jewellery, weddings and festivals.
Vimshottari lord: Mars
Shakti: give realization (attractiveness, shaping)

Ganda (10) — “danger, knot”
Inauspicious: difficulties and obstacles; the first 6 ghatis (about 2 h 24 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Naga (fixed)
Deity: nagas (serpents)
Inauspicious. Suitable only for harsh and forceful deeds, work with things that must stay fixed, and rites connected with serpents.
A karana is half a tithi; there are 60 of them in a lunar month.

The exact conjunction of the Sun and the Moon — the start of a new lunar month in the amanta system. A day for the ancestors and inner work.

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

nakshatra 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.

Amavasya
do not start anything, only finish up safe tasks that require no exertion

Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees

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

Anandadi: Dhwanksha — “crow”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Ardra
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-pratipat
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Amavasya
New moon: a day of the ancestors (shraddha, tarpana) and of spiritual practice, unfavourable for worldly undertakings.

Ashadha (Vedic name Shuchi) — Onset of the rainy season: Ratha Yatra, Devshayani Ekadashi and the start of Chaturmasya, Guru Purnima.
Patron: Vamana; Aditya — Varuna. Full moon in nakshatra Purva or Uttara Ashadha. Ritu: Grishma.

Shukla-pratipat (1, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Brahma.
The ruler of the first lunar day is Brahma. This time is suitable for all types of ceremonies.

Ardra (6)
Meaning: Tear or body fluid (wet)
Symbol: Tear or drop, rarely: diamond or man's head
Deity: Rudra (Roaring, angry image of Shiva)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Rahu
Shakti: give effort that leads to the achievement of the goal (and also, is able to shed sweat or blood)

Vriddhi (11) — “growth, increase”
Auspicious: investments, trade, savings, starting ventures that are meant to grow.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

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

Shukla-pratipat
digging, plowing, planting trees

Shukla-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

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).

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 1
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.

Anandadi: Dhumra — “smoke”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Punarvasu
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-dvitya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-dvitya (2, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Vidhatr.
Patronizes the second lunar day of Vidhatr. This period is suitable for all matters designed for development and long-term preservation, for example, for laying the foundations of buildings.

Punarvasu (7)
Meaning: Successful, magnificent, two for riches
Symbol: Arrow or quiver of arrows, rarely: rainbow
Deity: Aditi
Type: movable (chara, chala) — For journeys and moving house, buying vehicles, gardening, quick and temporary changes.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: give the gaining of profit (property, wealth), growth

Dhruva (12) — “fixed, constant (the Pole Star)”
Auspicious: everything lasting — foundations, building, planting, long-term commitments.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Tuesday — Day of Mars
what to do (Tibetan tradition): unfavorable for planting seeds, flowers and trees or for working in the field (favorable for fighting pests or pruning something)
plants of the day: onions, garlic and thorny plants, plants that actively defend themselves

nakshatra 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-dvitya
planting and sowing are allowed (long-term result)

Shukla-tritya
any undertakings

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

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 2
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.

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

Anandadi: Vardhamana — “growing”
One of the 28 yogas formed jointly by the weekday and the Moon’s nakshatra (counting Abhijit): from the starting nakshatra of the day (Sun — Ashwini, Mon — Mrigashirsha, Tue — Ashlesha, Wed — Hasta, Thu — Anuradha, Fri — Uttara Ashadha, Sat — Shatabhisha) the cycle runs Ananda, Kaladanda, Dhumra and so on. Auspicious yogas support the day’s affairs; inauspicious ones (especially Utpata, Mrityu and Kana) weaken them.

Pushya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-tritya
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-tritya (3, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vishnu.
Vishnu rules the third lunar day. It is a suitable time for cutting hair, nails, shaving and other cosmetic procedures. You can begin any important business.

Pushya (8)
Meaning: Feeder; feeder of flowers
Symbol: Cow udder, flower (lotus), arrow and circle
Deity: Brhaspati
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Saturn
Shakti: give manifestation of spiritual energy, feeding

Vyaghata (13) — “crushing blow”
Inauspicious: portends failures and injuries; the first 9 ghatis (about 3 h 36 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

The longest day in the Northern Hemisphere (the Sun’s tropical longitude 90°), after which the Sun turns south. The Vedic Dakshinayana traditionally begins with Karka Sankranti — about 24–25 days later.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Shukla-tritya
any undertakings

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 3
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.

Shukla-chaturti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Pushya
The Moon in Pushya, the best of the nakshatras for new undertakings (except weddings).

Shukla-chaturti (4, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Yama.
The ruler of the fourth lunar day is Yama. Important matters should not be started. It is possible to conduct military maneuvers, remove obstacles and destroy something.

Ashlesha (9)
Meaning: Wrapping around (like a snake), hugging
Symbol: Curled snake
Deity: Naga - the lord of snakes (Sharpa)
Type: sharp (tikshna, daruna) — For drastic actions: surgery, severing ties, taming, exorcism, fighting diseases and enemies; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Mula is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Mercury
Shakti: cause suffering with poison, paralyze

Harshana (14) — “delighting”
Auspicious: festivals, joyful occasions, rest and recreation.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

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

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

Shukla-chaturti
felling trees, for pruning and uprooting, but not for anything else

Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 4
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.

Ashlesha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-panchami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-panchami (5, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Soma.
The fifth lunar day is owned by Soma, who patronizes medicine, surgery and cleansing the body of poisons. You can begin other important things.

Magha (10)
Meaning: Powerful, sufficient
Symbol: Throne, palanquin, royal canopy
Deity: Pitris or Pitars - ancestors of the clan, forefathers
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Ketu
Shakti: leave the body (temporarily or completely), give transformation similar to death

Vajra (15) — “diamond, thunderbolt”
Inauspicious: sudden hindrances, a “lightning strike”; the first 3 ghatis (about 1 h 12 min) are skipped.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

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

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

Shukla-panchami
do not fell trees, any undertakings

Shukla-shashti
plowing the ground

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 5
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.

Magha
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-shashti
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-shashti (6, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Kartikeya.
Kartikeya presides on the sixth lunar day, favoring coronations (taking office), establishing new friendships, celebrating holidays and performances.

Siddhi (16) — “success, accomplishment”
Especially auspicious: success in any undertaking, study and spiritual practice.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

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

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 6
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.

Purva-Phalguni
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-saptami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-saptami (7, waxing Moon)
Group: Bhadra. Deity: Indra.
The seventh lunar day is ruled by Indra and this favors the start of travel, the purchase of vehicles, as well as other matters where movement is a characteristic feature.

Purva-Phalguni (11)
Meaning: Prior red
Symbol: Headboard, rarely: hammock, ficus
Deity: Bhaga (Share, Distributor) - god of wealth and family
Type: fierce (ugra, krura) — For destructive and dangerous tasks: demolition, work with fire and weapons, disputes; unsuitable for other auspicious undertakings (the exception is weddings: Magha is among the nakshatras for marriage).
Vimshottari lord: Venus
Shakti: give reproduction, the receiving of fruit

Vyatipata (17) — “calamity, downfall”
One of the two most inauspicious yogas: worldly undertakings are not begun in it at all. It is, however, very good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.
A nitya yoga is one of the 27 segments of the sum of the sidereal longitudes of the Sun and the Moon (each spanning 13 degrees 20 minutes of arc). Nine yogas are inauspicious: Vishkambha, Atiganda, Shula, Ganda, Vyaghata, Vajra, Parigha and especially Vyatipata and Vaidhriti; the rest are auspicious.

Sunday — Day of the Sun
what to do (Tibetan tradition): planting trees, sowing grain crops
plants of the day: laurel, spices, for example hot peppers

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

Shukla-saptami
soaking seeds is allowed, farming

nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 7
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.

Samvartaka Yoga
The yoga of the “destruction of the world”: Sunday with the 7th tithi or Wednesday with the 1st. One of the worst yogas: auspicious activities are postponed.

Uttara-Phalguni
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Vyatipata
The nitya yoga of “calamity” is in force for most of the day: worldly undertakings are postponed, but the day is good for holy baths, dana, japa and ancestor rites.

Shukla-ashtami (8, waxing Moon)
Group: Jaya. Deity: Vasus.
The ruler of the eighth lunar day is Vasu, which favors the beginning of military operations, the construction of defenses and fortifications.

Uttara-Phalguni (12)
Meaning: Following red
Symbol: Half of the bed under the feet (foot)
Deity: Aryaman (Lord of Hospitality)
Type: fixed (dhruva, sthira) — For what is firm and lasting: laying house foundations, housewarming, planting, weddings, taking office, long-term projects.
Vimshottari lord: Sun
Shakti: accumulate and prosper through alliances

Monday — Day of the Moon
what to do (Tibetan tradition): field work, planting rice, grain, trees or flowers
plants of the day: watery vegetables such as cucumbers and zucchini, water-loving plants such as rice

nakshatra Uttara-Phalguni
Planting and sowing are allowed.

Shukla-ashtami
tillage and sowing are forbidden

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

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 8
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.

Hasta
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-ashtami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-navami (9, waxing Moon)
Group: Rikta. Deity: Serpent (Naga).
The serpent (Naga) patronizes the ninth lunar day, which is suitable for struggle, destruction, coercion and for efforts to overcome obstacles.

Hasta (13)
Meaning: Hand, fist
Symbol: Palm or fist
Deity: Savitar (Animating, Awakening)
Type: light (kshipra, laghu) — For quick matters: trade, healing, study, travel, purchases and starting a business.
Vimshottari lord: Moon
Shakti: give the obtaining of what you want with your own hands, dexterity

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

Ashadha Gupta Navaratri, day 9
The “secret” Navaratri of the month of Ashadha — a time of hidden sadhana devoted to the Goddess.

Shukla-navami
−1 — unfavourable for a haircut

Shukla-dashami (10, waxing Moon)
Group: Purna. Deity: Dharma.
The tenth lunar day is patronized by Dharma, which favors virtuous deeds, religious events, spiritual practices, as well as other pious activities. You can start any important work.

Wednesday — Day of Mercury
what to do (Tibetan tradition): doing work related to water and earth - plowing and sowing, planting flowers and trees
plants of the day: climbers, plants that depend on others and adapt quickly, all leafy greens

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

Shukla-dashami
any undertakings

Shukla-dashami
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Shukla-ekadashi (11, waxing Moon)
Group: Nanda. Deity: Rudra.
The ruler of the eleventh lunar day is Rudra, which is favorable for fasting and religious (spiritual) activities. Remembering the Supreme Deity will give especially positive results.

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

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

Shukla-ekadashi
pruning and weeding

Chaturmasya
Four months of Vishnu’s sleep — from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi. A time for vows, fasting and sadhana; weddings, housewarmings and upanayanas are not held.

Shukla-ekadashi
+1 — favourable for a haircut

Chaturmasya
The four months from Devshayani to Devutthana Ekadashi, when “Vishnu sleeps”: a time for vows; weddings and housewarmings are not held.

Vishakha (16)
Meaning: Forked branch (also called Radha - gift)
Symbol: Triumphal arch for marriage, potter's wheel
Deity: Indra and Agni
Type: mixed (mishra, sadharana) — For everyday and routine tasks, work with fire and metal; it is better not to begin important new matters.
Vimshottari lord: Jupiter
Shakti: achieve (many and different goals, fruits)

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

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

Shukla-dvadashi
neutral

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