Purnima Date This Month

January 2026 - Pausha Purnima

January 15, 2026

Thursday | Full Moon Day

Tithi Begins: January 14, 5:23 PM

Tithi Ends: January 15, 7:48 PM

What is Purnima?

Purnima is the full moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar, marking the end of Shukla Paksha (waxing moon fortnight). The word comes from Sanskrit meaning "full" or "complete." This day is considered highly auspicious as the moon's energy is at its peak.

Purnima is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is ideal for Satyanarayan Puja, charity, and starting new positive endeavors.

What to Do on Purnima

Highly Recommended

  • Satyanarayan Puja
  • Vishnu worship
  • Charity and donations
  • Holy river bath
  • Starting new ventures
  • Marriage discussions
  • Griha pravesh
  • Moon gazing meditation

Purnima Benefits

  • Maximum positive lunar energy
  • Prayers are more powerful
  • Good time for manifestation
  • Enhanced intuition
  • Spiritual growth accelerated

Pausha Purnima Significance

Pausha Purnima (January 15, 2026) holds special significance:

  • Falls one day after Makar Sankranti
  • Holy bath in Ganga especially auspicious
  • Marks beginning of Magh month
  • Traditional bonfire celebrations in some regions

Purnima Dates in 2026

January 15

Pausha Purnima

February 14

Magha Purnima

March 14

Phalguna Purnima (Holi)

April 13

Chaitra Purnima (Hanuman Jayanti)

May 12

Vaishakha Purnima (Buddha Purnima)

June 11

Jyeshtha Purnima (Vat Savitri)

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