Amavasya Dates 2026
Amavasya Dates, or the No Moon Day, is one of the most significant phases in the Hindu lunar calendar. It marks the beginning of the new lunar month in the Amanta calendar and the mid-month in the Purnimanta calendar.
The year 2026 is spiritually unique. Due to the occurrence of Adhik Maas (Extra Month), this year will witness 13 Amavasyas instead of the usual 12. Furthermore, 2026 brings rare occurrences of Somvati Amavasya (falling on Monday) and Shani Amavasya (falling on Saturday), which are considered highly auspicious for remedies and ancestral rituals (Pitra Tarpan).
Below is the comprehensive schedule of Amavasya dates for 2026, along with their spiritual significance and ritual timings.
Amavasya Dates 2026: The Complete Schedule
Here is the month-wise list of No Moon days for the year 2026. This calendar is applicable for India, USA, and UK (adjusting for local time zones).
| Month | Amavasya Name | Date (2026) | Day | Significance & Yoga |
| January | Mauni Amavasya (Pausha) | Jan 18 | Sunday | Day of Silence & Holy Dip |
| February | Magha Amavasya | Feb 17 | Tuesday | worship of ancestors |
| March | Phalguna Amavasya | Mar 19 | Thursday | Precedes the New Year (Ugadi/Gudi Padwa) |
| April | Chaitra Amavasya | Apr 17 | Friday | Hanuman Jayanti (Tamil traditions) |
| May | Vaishakha Amavasya | May 16 | Saturday | Shani Amavasya (Rare Yoga) 🪐 |
| June | Adhik Jyeshtha Amavasya | Jun 15 | Monday | Somvati Amavasya (Highly Auspicious) 🌕 |
| July | Jyeshtha Amavasya | Jul 14 | Tuesday | Bheemana Amavasya (Karnataka) |
| August | Ashadha Amavasya | Aug 12 | Wednesday | Hariyali / Gatari / Deep Puja |
| September | Shravana Amavasya | Sep 11 | Friday | Pithori Amavasya / Pola |
| October | Mahalaya Amavasya | Oct 10 | Saturday | Sarvapitri + Shani Amavasya 🍂 |
| November | Ashwina Amavasya | Nov 9 | Monday | Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) + Somvati 🪔 |
| December | Kartika Amavasya | Dec 8 | Tuesday | Margashirsha begins |
Key Amavasya Dates in 2026 Explained
While every Amavasya is suitable for charity and meditation, specific dates in 2026 hold immense power due to planetary alignments.
1. Mauni Amavasya (January 18, 2026)
Falling in the month of Pausha (Magha month in North India), this is considered the most sacred day for bathing in holy rivers like the Ganga at Prayagraj. Devotees observe Maun Vrat (Vow of Silence) to control their senses and attain spiritual elevation.
2. The Rare Somvati Amavasyas of 2026
A “Somvati Amavasya” occurs when the No Moon day falls on a Monday. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is believed to grant the merit of visiting 1000 temples.
- June 15, 2026: This falls during the Adhik Maas (Extra Month), making it 100x more potent for rituals. Married women perform the Peepal Pradakshina (circumambulating the Peepal tree) for the long life of their husbands.
- November 9, 2026: A very rare coincidence where Diwali (Lakshmi Pujan) falls on a Somvati Amavasya. Worshiping Goddess Lakshmi along with Lord Shiva on this day brings immense wealth and stability.
3. Shani Amavasya (May 16 & October 10)
When Amavasya falls on a Saturday, it is known as Shanishchari Amavasya.
- Remedy: This is the best day to pacify Shani Sade Sati or Dhaiya. Devotees offer mustard oil and black sesame seeds to Lord Shani.
- October 10 is doubly significant as it is also Mahalaya Amavasya (Sarvapitri), making it the ultimate day to seek blessings from ancestors and remove obstacles caused by Saturn.
4. Mahalaya (Sarvapitri) Amavasya (October 10)
This marks the end of Pitru Paksha (the fortnight of ancestors). It is the final day to perform Shradh rituals for departed souls. If you missed performing rituals on the specific death anniversary (Tithi), you can perform them on this single day for all ancestors.
Significance of Adhik Maas in 2026
The Hindu Calendar 2026 includes an extra month known as Adhik Jyeshtha. This means there is one extra Amavasya (June 15).
- What to do: This extra month is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Purushottam Maas). Performing Dana (Charity) of food, clothes, or lamps (Deep Daan) on the Adhik Maas Amavasya brings inexhaustible merit (Akshaya Punya).
Universal Dos and Don’ts for Amavasya
Amavasya is characterized by high gravitational pull and a surge in negative energies. Following these guidelines helps maintain spiritual balance:
Dos (What to do):
- Pitra Tarpan: Offer water and black sesame seeds to ancestors.
- Charity: Donate food to the needy or animals (cows, dogs, crows).
- Meditation: The mind is naturally calm on this day; it is ideal for deep meditation.
- Cleanliness: Discard old, broken items from the house to remove negative energy.
Don’ts (What to avoid):
- Avoid New Beginnings: Do not start new businesses, marriages, or housewarmings (Griha Pravesh) on Amavasya.
- Avoid Non-Veg & Alcohol: Consuming Tamasic food attracts negative vibrations.
- Avoid Late Sleeping: It is advised to wake up early during the Brahma Muhurta.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How many Amavasyas are there in 2026?
A: Due to the Adhik Maas (Extra Month), there are 13 Amavasyas in the year 2026.
Q: Which is the most powerful Amavasya in 2026?
A: November 9, 2026, is exceptionally powerful as it marks Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) and is also a Somvati Amavasya.
Q: Can we perform Griha Pravesh on Amavasya?
A: No, Amavasya is generally considered inauspicious for auspicious beginnings like Griha Pravesh or weddings. It is reserved for ancestral worship and charity.
Q: What should we donate on Shani Amavasya?
A: On May 16 and October 10 (Shani Amavasya), donating black clothes, mustard oil, iron utensils, or black gram (Urad Dal) is highly beneficial.
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