Amavasya Dates 2026–2027 — New Moon Calendar
అమావాస్య తేదీలు 2026–2027
Complete list of all 12 Amavasya (New Moon) dates in 2026 with Hindu month names, day of week, significance, and Somavati Amavasya identification.
All Amavasya Dates in 2026 — 2026 అమావాస్య తేదీలు
| Date | Hindu Month | Day | Special |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 13, 2026 | Pausha | Tuesday | |
| February 12, 2026 | Magha | Thursday | |
| March 14, 2026 | Phalguna | Saturday | |
| April 12, 2026 | Chaitra | Sunday | |
| May 12, 2026 | Vaishakha | Tuesday | |
| June 10, 2026 | Jyeshtha | Wednesday | |
| July 10, 2026 | Ashadha | Friday | |
| August 8, 2026 | Shravana | Saturday | |
| September 7, 2026 | Bhadrapada | Monday | Somavati Amavasya |
| October 6, 2026 | Ashwin | Tuesday | |
| November 5, 2026 | Kartika | Thursday | |
| December 4, 2026 | Margashirsha | Friday |
Monthly Significance — నెలవారీ ప్రాముఖ్యత
Pausha Amavasya — ideal for Pitru Tarpan and charity
Magha Amavasya — Mauni Amavasya, day of silence and meditation
Phalguna Amavasya — concludes the month of Holi festivities
Chaitra Amavasya — sacred for ancestor worship in the new year
Vaishakha Amavasya — highly auspicious for river bathing and Tarpan
Jyeshtha Amavasya — Vat Savitri Purnima month; Tarpan for ancestors
Ashadha Amavasya — beginning of Dakshinayana period
Shravana Amavasya — sacred during the auspicious Shravana month
Bhadrapada Amavasya — Somavati Amavasya (falls on Monday); highly auspicious
Mahalaya Amavasya — most important Amavasya for Pitru Tarpan; end of Pitru Paksha
Kartika Amavasya — Diwali Amavasya; Lakshmi Puja performed on this night
Margashirsha Amavasya — sacred month for Vishnu worship
Somavati Amavasya — సోమవతి అమావాస్య
Somavati Amavasya occurs when Amavasya falls on a Monday (Somavar). This is considered extremely auspicious for:
- Pitru Tarpan — offering water to ancestors at sacred rivers
- Pipal tree (Ashwattha Vriksha) worship and parikrama
- Married women observe vrat for the longevity of their husbands
- Charity and feeding Brahmins
- Holy river bathing at Prayag, Varanasi, or any sacred tirtha
In 2026, Somavati Amavasya falls on September 7, 2026 (Bhadrapada month).
FAQ
What is Amavasya?
Amavasya is the New Moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar, occurring when the Moon is not visible in the sky. It falls on the 15th Tithi of Krishna Paksha (waning phase). Amavasya is considered significant for Pitru Tarpan (ancestor worship), charity, and spiritual practices.
What should you do on Amavasya?
On Amavasya, devotees perform Pitru Tarpan (offering water to ancestors), give charity to the needy, observe fasts, visit temples, and perform special pujas. Bathing in sacred rivers on Amavasya is considered highly meritorious. It is also a good day for meditation and introspection.
Can we do puja on Amavasya?
Yes, puja can be performed on Amavasya. Certain deities like Goddess Kali, Lord Shani, and Lord Hanuman are specifically worshipped on Amavasya. Pitru Puja (ancestor worship) is especially recommended. However, some traditions advise against starting new ventures or performing Griha Pravesh on Amavasya.