Amavasya — the New Moon day — is the lunar tithi when the moon is not visible. In the Hindu calendar, it holds deep spiritual importance and is observed every month during Krishna Paksha. Below is the list of all Amavasya tithis in 2026 with their start and end times (based on standard calculated timings).
Amavasya Dates & Timings in 2026
Amavasya (the New Moon tithi) is observed monthly in the Hindu lunar calendar and holds religious importance in rituals like Pitru Tarpan, vrat (fasting), daan (charity), and special prayers.
| Month & Name | Amavasya Date (Day) | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| January – Mauni Amavasya | 18 Jan 2026 (Sun) | Jan 18, 12:04 am | Jan 19, 1:21 am |
| February – Bhaumvati Amavasya | 16–17 Feb 2026 (Mon–Tue) | Feb 16, 5:34 pm | Feb 17, 5:31 pm |
| March Amavasya | 18–19 Mar 2026 (Wed–Thu) | Mar 18, 8:25 am | Mar 19, 6:53 am |
| April Amavasya | 16–17 Apr 2026 (Thu–Fri) | Apr 16, 8:11 pm | Apr 17, 5:21 pm |
| May – Shani Amavasya | 16–17 May 2026 (Sat–Sun) | May 16, 5:11 am | May 17, 1:31 am |
| June – Somvati Amavasya | 14–15 Jun 2026 (Sun–Mon) | Jun 14, 12:20 pm | Jun 15, 8:24 am |
| July Amavasya | 13–14 Jul 2026 (Mon–Tue) | Jul 13, 6:50 pm | Jul 14, 3:13 pm |
| August – Hariyali Amavasya | 12 Aug 2026 (Wed) | Aug 12, 1:53 am | Aug 12, 11:06 pm |
| September Amavasya | 10–11 Sep 2026 (Thu–Fri) | Sep 10, 10:33 am | Sep 11, 8:57 am |
| October – Mahalaya/Shani Amavasya | 09–10 Oct 2026 (Fri–Sat) | Oct 09, 9:36 pm | Oct 10, 9:20 pm |
| November – Somvati Amavasya | 08–09 Nov 2026 (Sun–Mon) | Nov 08, 11:28 am | Nov 09, 12:32 pm |
| December – Bhaumvati Amavasya | 08–09 Dec 2026 (Tue–Wed) | Dec 08, 4:13 am | Dec 09, 6:21 am |
Note: These are tithi timings; for ritual observance, the date on which the majority of Amavasya falls is usually considered the Amavasya day.
What is Amavasya?
Amavasya literally means “no moon” — a lunar phase when the moon is not visible in the sky. In Hindu tradition:
- It is a sacred day for ancestor rites (Shraddha/Tarpan) and paying homage to forefathers. (The Times of India)
- Many people observe fasts (vrat) and perform religious rites seeking peace, prosperity, and removal of negative influences. (The Times of India)
Amavasya is believed to be a spiritually powerful moment for introspection, letting go of the old, and beginning fresh intentions for the future.