Rahu Kalam Vijayawada — Daily & Weekly
విజయవాడ రాహుకాలం
Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) · Sunrise: 5:55 AM · Sunset: 6:25 PM (typical)
Rahu Kalam in Vijayawada (విజయవాడ) is the 90-minute period each day ruled by Rahu — strongly inauspicious for new ventures. Each weekday has its own fixed Rahu Kalam window. Tuesday Rahu Kalam (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM) is the most powerful; Saturday and Sunday are also strict. For precise daily timing, see Vijayawada Panchangam.
Weekly Rahu Kalam Chart — Vijayawada
| Day | Rahu Kalam (Vijayawada) | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM (8th portion of day) | Standard avoidance for important matters |
| Monday | 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM (2nd portion) | Standard avoidance for important matters |
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (7th portion) | Most powerful — strict avoidance |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (5th portion) | Standard avoidance for important matters |
| Thursday | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM (6th portion) | Standard avoidance for important matters |
| Friday | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (4th portion) | Standard avoidance for important matters |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (3rd portion) | Powerful — strict avoidance |
Timings shown for typical Vijayawada sunrise/sunset. For exact daily timing including DST adjustments, see Vijayawada Daily Panchangam.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rahu Kalam in Vijayawada?
Rahu Kalam is the 90-minute period each day ruled by the malefic shadow planet Rahu — considered inauspicious for new ventures, travel, signing contracts, marriage, business launches, and any major life decision. In Vijayawada (విజయవాడ), the exact Rahu Kalam timing varies daily based on sunrise/sunset times. Standard Vijayawada sunrise: 5:55 AM; sunset: 6:25 PM.
How is Rahu Kalam calculated?
Calculate the day duration (sunset minus sunrise) and divide into 8 equal parts. Each weekday's Rahu Kalam falls in a different part — Sunday = 8th part, Monday = 2nd, Tuesday = 7th, Wednesday = 5th, Thursday = 6th, Friday = 4th, Saturday = 3rd. The 1st part (sunrise to ~7:30 AM) is never Rahu Kalam.
What activities to avoid during Rahu Kalam?
Avoid: starting new ventures, signing contracts, marriage ceremonies, business launches, long journeys, financial transactions, surgery (elective), making large purchases, important phone calls or meetings. Do NOT cancel ongoing tasks — Rahu Kalam is bad for STARTING new things, not for continuing what is already in motion.
Why does Rahu Kalam differ in Vijayawada vs other cities?
Rahu Kalam is calculated from local sunrise/sunset. Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) has slightly different sunrise/sunset times than other cities. The general "block" (e.g., Tuesday 3:00-4:30 PM) is a rough guide; for precise timing, use our daily Panchangam page for Vijayawada.
Can I do mantra japa during Rahu Kalam?
Yes — spiritual practices including mantra japa, meditation, scripture reading, and personal puja are encouraged during Rahu Kalam. The restriction is on NEW worldly ventures, not spiritual practice. Rahu Kalam is excellent for inner work, study, and self-reflection.