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2026 panchangam calendar

Pradosham dates 2026 (Chennai, Thirukanitha)

Next Pradosham:10 Aug 2026(Monday)

Pradosham occurs on Trayodashi (13th tithi) of each fortnight during the twilight hour around sunset, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Below are all 24 Pradosham observances for 2026 computed for Chennai.

Chennai · 24 days · Lahiri

2026 date table (IST)

Next: 10 Aug 2026 · 14 past · 10 remaining

  • Upcoming

    • 10 Aug 2026

      Next
      Monday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start10 Aug 2026, 08:01
      Tithi end11 Aug 2026, 04:54
      Anchor Time10 Aug 2026, 18:31

    • 25 Aug 2026

      Tuesday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start25 Aug 2026, 06:21
      Tithi end26 Aug 2026, 07:59
      Anchor Time25 Aug 2026, 18:23

    • 08 Sept 2026

      Tuesday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start08 Sept 2026, 14:43
      Tithi end09 Sept 2026, 12:31
      Anchor Time08 Sept 2026, 18:14

    • 24 Sept 2026

      Thursday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start23 Sept 2026, 22:51
      Tithi end24 Sept 2026, 23:18
      Anchor Time24 Sept 2026, 18:02

    • 08 Oct 2026

      Thursday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start07 Oct 2026, 23:17
      Tithi end08 Oct 2026, 22:16
      Anchor Time08 Oct 2026, 17:53

    • 23 Oct 2026

      Friday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start23 Oct 2026, 14:36
      Tithi end24 Oct 2026, 13:37
      Anchor Time23 Oct 2026, 17:44

    • 06 Nov 2026

      Friday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start06 Nov 2026, 10:31
      Tithi end07 Nov 2026, 10:48
      Anchor Time06 Nov 2026, 17:39

    • 22 Nov 2026

      Sunday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start22 Nov 2026, 04:57
      Tithi end23 Nov 2026, 02:37
      Anchor Time22 Nov 2026, 17:38

    • 06 Dec 2026

      Sunday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start06 Dec 2026, 00:52
      Tithi end07 Dec 2026, 02:22
      Anchor Time06 Dec 2026, 17:40

    • 21 Dec 2026

      Monday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start21 Dec 2026, 17:36
      Tithi end22 Dec 2026, 14:24
      Anchor Time21 Dec 2026, 17:46
  • Past (14)

    • 01 Jan 2026

      Thursday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start01 Jan 2026, 01:48
      Tithi end01 Jan 2026, 22:22
      Anchor Time01 Jan 2026, 17:52

    • 16 Jan 2026

      Friday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start15 Jan 2026, 20:17
      Tithi end16 Jan 2026, 22:22
      Anchor Time16 Jan 2026, 18:01

    • 30 Jan 2026

      Friday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start30 Jan 2026, 11:09
      Tithi end31 Jan 2026, 08:26
      Anchor Time30 Jan 2026, 18:07

    • 14 Feb 2026

      Saturday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start14 Feb 2026, 16:02
      Tithi end15 Feb 2026, 17:05
      Anchor Time14 Feb 2026, 18:13

    • 01 Mar 2026

      Sunday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start28 Feb 2026, 20:43
      Tithi end01 Mar 2026, 19:09
      Anchor Time01 Mar 2026, 18:16

    • 16 Mar 2026

      Monday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start16 Mar 2026, 09:41
      Tithi end17 Mar 2026, 09:23
      Anchor Time16 Mar 2026, 18:18

    • 30 Mar 2026

      Monday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start30 Mar 2026, 07:10
      Tithi end31 Mar 2026, 06:56
      Anchor Time30 Mar 2026, 18:19

    • 15 Apr 2026

      Wednesday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start15 Apr 2026, 00:12
      Tithi end15 Apr 2026, 22:31
      Anchor Time15 Apr 2026, 18:20

    • 29 Apr 2026

      Wednesday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start28 Apr 2026, 18:52
      Tithi end29 Apr 2026, 19:52
      Anchor Time29 Apr 2026, 18:22

    • 14 May 2026

      Thursday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start14 May 2026, 11:21
      Tithi end15 May 2026, 08:31
      Anchor Time14 May 2026, 18:25

    • 28 May 2026

      Thursday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start28 May 2026, 07:57
      Tithi end29 May 2026, 09:51
      Anchor Time28 May 2026, 18:29

    • 27 Jun 2026

      Saturday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start26 Jun 2026, 22:22
      Tithi end28 Jun 2026, 00:43
      Anchor Time27 Jun 2026, 18:37

    • 12 Jul 2026

      Sunday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start12 Jul 2026, 02:04
      Tithi end12 Jul 2026, 22:30
      Anchor Time12 Jul 2026, 18:38

    • 26 Jul 2026

      Sunday
      Pradosham
      Tithi start26 Jul 2026, 13:58
      Tithi end27 Jul 2026, 16:15
      Anchor Time26 Jul 2026, 18:36

Significance of Pradosham Viratham

Special abhishekam and worship to Nandi and Lord Shiva during the pradosha hour are traditionally believed to alleviate afflictions and bring peace of mind.

Frequently asked questions

When is Pradosham puja performed?

The period from 1.5 hours before sunset to 1.5 hours after sunset is considered the auspicious pradosha window.

What is Sani Pradosham?

Pradosham occurring on a Saturday is called Sani Pradosham and is held in particularly high reverence.

Is this only for Chennai?

Yes. These times are computed for Chennai sunset coordinates. Local sunset times will vary slightly elsewhere.

Dates computed with Swiss Ephemeris, Lahiri ayanamsa, sunset-anchored for Chennai; validated against Drik Panchang as ground truth. Methodology · Vakya vs Thirukanitha

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