Amavasya September 2026 — Date, Time & Significance
Date: Friday, 11 September 2026 (New Delhi timings) — nakshatra Purva Phalguni, sunrise 06:04 AM, sunset 06:31 PM.
Significance of Amavasya
Amavasya (new moon) is traditionally observed for ancestor worship (Pitru Tarpan), fasting and starting a fresh lunar cycle with intention-setting.
How This Date Is Calculated
Amavasya falls on the day the Moon's angular distance from the Sun reaches its 360°/0° point (same longitude as the Sun) — computed from actual Sun-Moon positions for september 2026, not a fixed yearly repeat (the exact date shifts every year).
Get the Exact Time, Not Just the Date
The precise start/end time of Amavasya (needed for correctly timed vrat or puja) requires minute-level calculation — check our free Panchang tool for the live, exact timing.
Preparing For The Observance
Many families begin preparation a day ahead — planning the fast (if observed), arranging offerings, and confirming the exact start time so the ritual begins within the correct window rather than approximated from a generic printed calendar.
A Personal Angle
Some Amavasya observances are especially significant depending on your Moon sign or current planetary period — your free Kundli can show if this one is particularly relevant for you.
FAQs
Why does the Amavasya date change every month and year?
Amavasya follows the lunar cycle (about 29.5 days), which doesn't align exactly with the solar calendar, so the exact date shifts month to month and year to year.
Is the date the same across India?
The tithi itself is the same nationwide on a given date; only the exact start/end TIME shifts slightly by city due to sunrise/sunset differences.
What if I need the exact start and end time, not just the date?
Use our free Panchang tool for your exact city — it computes the precise tithi transition time, not just the calendar date.