Karthigai 2026
Vakya panchangam
The traditional reckoning that Tamil Nadu temples and printed calendars follow.Karthigai 2026 begins on Tuesday, 17 November 2026 and ends on 15 Dec 2026 (29 days); it has 7 muhurtham days, and festivals including Bharani Deepam, Thirukarthigai Deepam, Pancharatra Deepam.
Karthigai 2026 start date
- BeginsKarthigai 1 · Tuesday, 17 November 2026
- EndsKarthigai 29 · Tuesday, 15 December 2026
- By 17 Nov 2026 – 15 Dec 2026
The month begins with the Sun's entry into the next sign. Vakya and Thirukanitha reckon that moment slightly differently, so for some months the first day differs by one.
Karthigai 2026 muhurtham dates
valarpirai
The 15 days the moon grows, new moon to full moon; theipirai is the waning half.Lagnam
The sign rising in the east at that moment; ceremonies such as weddings are timed by it.Lagnam
the sign rising in the east at that hour; the muhurtham time is fixed by it.Valarpirai
the fortnight the moon waxes after the new moon; many families prefer it for auspicious events.Thirukanitha almanac
the almanac worked from the moon's true position. This list follows the Vakya panchangam; if a day is not in the Thirukanitha almanac, ask your astrologer.Chandrashtamam
the two or three days the moon is in the eighth sign from yours; auspicious events are not fixed on them.Karthigai: some families avoid weddings this month
- Nov20Fri Uthirattathi · Ekadasi Karthigai 4 Muhurtham time: 9:15 – 10:15 am · Dhanusu lagnam Not a muhurtham day in the Thirukanitha almanac Your chandrashtamam
- Nov29Sun Poosam · Panchami Karthigai 13 Muhurtham time: 7:45 – 8:45 am · Dhanusu lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Dec4Fri Hastham · Ekadasi Karthigai 18 Muhurtham time: 9:15 – 10:15 am · Dhanusu lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Dec6Sun Swathi · Thirayodasi Karthigai 20 Muhurtham time: 7:45 – 8:45 am · Dhanusu lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Dec10Thu Moolam · Prathamai Karthigai 24 Muhurtham time: 10:45 – 11:45 am · Magaram lagnam Not a muhurtham day in the Thirukanitha almanac Your chandrashtamam
- Dec13Sun Thiruvonam · Chathurthi Karthigai 27 Muhurtham time: 7:45 – 8:45 am · Dhanusu lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Dec14Mon Thiruvonam · Panchami Karthigai 28 Muhurtham time: 6:15 – 7:15 am · Viruchigam lagnam Your chandrashtamam
Confirm the final time with your family astrologer.
Karthigai 2026 festivals and special days
Karthigai 2026 Amavasai, Pournami, Ekadasi, Pradosham, Sashti, Kiruthigai, Sankatahara Chathurthi
Karthigai 2026 Kari Naal
- Nov17TueKarthigai 1Kari naal
- Nov23MonKarthigai 7Kari naal
- Nov26ThuKarthigai 10Kari naal
- Dec3ThuKarthigai 17Kari naal
By tradition, auspicious beginnings are not made on a kari naal.
Karthigai 2026 Vasthu Naal
What Karthigai is known for
Karthigai is the month of lamps. Many begin the Sabarimala vratham by wearing the mala on Karthigai 1; on Thirukarthigai homes are lit with agal lamps and the Maha Deepam burns on Tiruvannamalai. Its Mondays are special to Shiva. Weddings are held, though some families avoid the month.
Karthigai 2026: more
Frequently asked
When does Karthigai 2026 begin?
Karthigai 2026 begins on Tuesday, 17 November 2026 and ends on Tuesday, 15 December 2026 (29 days, Chennai Vakya panchangam).
Can you marry in Karthigai?
Yes. Karthigai 2026 has 7 muhurtham days (4 in the waxing fortnight). Customs vary between families and places; confirm the final date with your family astrologer.
How many muhurtham days are there in Karthigai 2026?
Karthigai 2026 has 7 muhurtham days: Fri 20 Nov; Sun 29 Nov; Fri 4 Dec; Sun 6 Dec; Thu 10 Dec; Sun 13 Dec; Mon 14 Dec.