Auspicious Timings
Daily Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam and Kuligai for Chennai, a full weekly table, and guidance on the best times for rituals.
Today's Inauspicious Periods
Thursday, 17 Sept 2026 · Chennai
Weekly Timings (Chennai)
| Day | Rahu Kalam | Yamagandam | Kuligai |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM |
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thursday | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM |
Based on the traditional 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM day divided into eight equal parts. Local sunrise/sunset can shift these by a few minutes.
Periods to Avoid
Rahu Kalam
A daily period of about 90 minutes ruled by Rahu, traditionally avoided for beginning auspicious activities. Its slot shifts each weekday.
Yamagandam
A daily inauspicious period associated with Yama. New or important undertakings are usually not started during this window.
Kuligai
The period of Gulika, son of Saturn. Generally avoided for new beginnings, though it is considered acceptable for certain remedial and ancestral rites.
Best Times for Rituals
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