Amavasya Date This Month

January 2026 - Pausha Amavasya

January 29, 2026

Thursday | New Moon Day

Tithi Begins: January 28, 11:42 PM

Tithi Ends: January 29, 10:18 PM

What is Amavasya?

Amavasya is the new moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar when the moon is not visible in the sky. The word comes from Sanskrit "ama" (together) and "vasya" (to dwell) - referring to the Sun and Moon dwelling together in the same zodiac sign.

This day is considered significant for ancestral worship (Pitru Tarpan) as it is believed that the souls of ancestors are closest to Earth during this time.

What to Do on Amavasya

Recommended Activities

  • Pitru Tarpan (ancestral offerings)
  • Shani puja (Saturn worship)
  • Charity and donations
  • Meditation and introspection
  • Fasting (if health permits)
  • Feeding crows and animals

Things to Avoid

  • Starting new ventures or projects
  • Important business decisions
  • Signing contracts
  • Beginning new relationships
  • Long distance travel
  • Purchasing property or vehicles

Amavasya Dates in 2026

January 29

Pausha Amavasya

February 28

Magha Amavasya

March 29

Phalguna Amavasya

April 28

Chaitra Amavasya

May 27

Vaishakha Amavasya

June 26

Jyeshtha Amavasya

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