Karthigai 2031
Vakya panchangam
The traditional reckoning that Tamil Nadu temples and printed calendars follow.Karthigai 2031 begins on Monday, 17 November 2031 and ends on 16 Dec 2031 (30 days); it has 8 muhurtham days, and festivals including Kandha Sashti (Soorasamharam), Bharani Deepam, Thirukarthigai Deepam, Pancharatra Deepam.
Karthigai 2031 start date
- BeginsKarthigai 1 · Monday, 17 November 2031
- EndsKarthigai 30 · Tuesday, 16 December 2031
- By 17 Nov 2031 – 15 Dec 2031
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 2031 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
- Nov19Wed Pooradam · Panchami Karthigai 3 Muhurtham time: 9:15 – 10:15 am · Dhanusu lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Nov20Thu Uthiradam · Sashti Karthigai 4 Muhurtham time: 5:00 – 6:00 am · Thulam lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Nov21Fri Avittam · Sapthami Karthigai 5 Muhurtham time: 5:00 – 6:00 am · Thulam lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Nov24Mon Uthirattathi · Dasami Karthigai 8 Muhurtham time: 6:15 – 7:15 am · Viruchigam lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Nov30Sun Mirugasirisham · Dwithiyai Karthigai 14 Muhurtham time: 7:45 – 8:45 am · Dhanusu lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Dec4Thu Poosam · Panchami Karthigai 18 Muhurtham time: 10:45 – 11:45 am · Magaram lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Dec10Wed Chithirai · Ekadasi Karthigai 24 Muhurtham time: 9:15 – 10:15 am · Magaram lagnam Your chandrashtamam
- Dec11Thu Swathi · Dwadasi Karthigai 25 Muhurtham time: 10:45 – 11:45 am · Magaram lagnam Your chandrashtamam
Confirm the final time with your family astrologer.
Karthigai 2031 festivals and special days
- Thu 20 NovKandha Sashti (Soorasamharam)
- Thu 27 NovBharani Deepam
- Fri 28 NovThirukarthigai Deepam
- Fri 28 NovPancharatra Deepam
Karthigai 2031 Amavasai, Pournami, Ekadasi, Pradosham, Sashti, Kiruthigai, Sankatahara Chathurthi
- AmavasaiSun 14 Dec
- PournamiFri 28 Nov
- EkadasiMon 24 Nov
- EkadasiWed 10 Dec
- PradoshamWed 26 Nov5:49 – 8:13 pm
- PradoshamFri 12 Dec5:54 – 8:18 pm
- Sankatahara ChathurthiTue 2 Dec
- Masa ShivaratriFri 12 Dec
- Thiruvonam VrathamThu 20 Nov
Karthigai 2031 Kari Naal
- Mon 17 NovKarthigai 1
- Wed 26 NovKarthigai 10
- Wed 3 DecKarthigai 17
By tradition, auspicious beginnings are not made on a kari naal.
Karthigai 2031 Vasthu Naal
- Mon 24 NovVasthu time 11:29 am – 12:05 pm
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 2031: more
Frequently asked
When does Karthigai 2031 begin?
Karthigai 2031 begins on Monday, 17 November 2031 and ends on Tuesday, 16 December 2031 (30 days, Chennai Vakya panchangam).
Can you marry in Karthigai?
Yes. Karthigai 2031 has 8 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 2031?
Karthigai 2031 has 8 muhurtham days: Wed 19 Nov; Thu 20 Nov; Fri 21 Nov; Mon 24 Nov; Sun 30 Nov; Thu 4 Dec; Wed 10 Dec; Thu 11 Dec.