Karva Chauth 2026 Timings by City
Sunrise, moonrise and key muhurta windows for Thursday, 29 October 2026, computed for each city in its local time.
Moonrise shown is the astronomical rise — the moon usually becomes clearly visible a few minutes later. Wait for a clear sighting of the moon before breaking your Karva Chauth fast.
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Moonrise | Rahu Kaal (avoid) | Brahma Muhurta | Abhijit Muhurta |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mumbai | 06:37 | 18:06 | 20:56 | 13:48–15:14 | 05:01–05:49 | 11:59–12:45 |
| Delhi | 06:31 | 17:38 | 20:12 | 13:28–14:52 | 04:55–05:43 | 11:42–12:27 |
| Bangalore | 06:12 | 17:54 | 20:51 | 13:30–14:58 | 04:36–05:24 | 11:39–12:26 |
| Chennai | 06:01 | 17:43 | 20:39 | 13:20–14:47 | 04:25–05:13 | 11:29–12:15 |
| Kolkata | 05:39 | 17:01 | 19:42 | 12:45–14:10 | 04:03–04:51 | 10:57–11:42 |
| Hyderabad | 06:13 | 17:46 | 20:36 | 13:26–14:52 | 04:37–05:25 | 11:36–12:22 |
| Pune | 06:33 | 18:03 | 20:53 | 13:44–15:10 | 04:57–05:45 | 11:55–12:41 |
| Ahmedabad | 06:42 | 18:03 | 20:47 | 13:48–15:13 | 05:06–05:54 | 12:00–12:45 |
| Jaipur | 06:34 | 17:46 | 20:23 | 13:34–14:58 | 04:58–05:46 | 11:48–12:32 |
| Lucknow | 06:13 | 17:25 | 20:01 | 13:13–14:37 | 04:37–05:25 | 11:27–12:12 |
| New York | 07:22 | 17:55 | 20:31 | 13:58–15:17 | 05:46–06:34 | 12:18–13:00 |
| London | 06:48 | 16:39 | 18:22 | 12:57–14:11 | 05:12–06:00 | 11:24–12:03 |
| Dubai | 06:24 | 17:40 | 20:23 | 13:26–14:51 | 04:48–05:36 | 11:39–12:25 |
| Toronto | 07:49 | 18:12 | 20:41 | 14:18–15:36 | 06:13–07:01 | 12:40–13:21 |
| Singapore | 06:46 | 18:50 | 21:57 | 14:18–15:49 | 05:10–05:58 | 12:24–13:12 |
Computed with an astronomical engine (NASA/JPL ephemeris, Lahiri ayanamsa), evaluated at local sunrise. The festival’s traditional puja muhurat shown above is a reference window for New Delhi. How we calculate these times.
Timings reviewed by Pandit Vikram Singh, Vedic Scholar & Temple Priest.
Karva Chauth 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Karva Chauth 2026?
- Karva Chauth 2026 is on Thursday, 29 October 2026. Fast for Husband's Long Life.
- What is the Karva Chauth 2026 puja muhurat?
- The traditional Karva Chauth 2026 muhurat (New Delhi reference) is — Karwa Chauth Puja Muhurat (New Delhi): 17:38–18:56; Moonrise (New Delhi): 20:17. Sunrise, moonrise and panchang windows for other cities are in the timings table.
- What time does the moon rise on Karva Chauth 2026?
- Moonrise on Thursday, 29 October 2026 (each city's local time): Delhi 20:12, Mumbai 20:56, New York 20:31, London 18:22. The full city list is in the timings table.
- What time is Rahu Kaal on Karva Chauth 2026?
- Rahu Kaal — an inauspicious window traditionally avoided for new beginnings — is 13:28–14:52 in Delhi on Thursday, 29 October 2026. It differs by city; see the timings table.
About Karva Chauth
Karva Chauth is a fasting festival observed by married Hindu women for the long life and well-being of their husbands. It's celebrated with great devotion and traditional rituals.
Karva Chauth is observed by married women who fast from sunrise to moonrise for the longevity and prosperity of their husbands. It symbolizes love, devotion, and marital bliss.
Historical Background
The festival has ancient roots in Hindu mythology and is mentioned in various Puranas. It's particularly popular in North India.
Mythological Story
According to legend, Queen Veeravati observed this fast for her husband's well-being. The story emphasizes the power of a wife's devotion and sacrifice.
Modern Relevance
Karva Chauth promotes marital harmony, love, and devotion while celebrating the bond between husband and wife.
