Vedic Marriage Timing
Vivah Muhurat 2026
Shubh Vivah Muhurat dates for 2026 — three auspicious marriage seasons based on Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Vara, and the Hindu solar calendar. Use our Muhurat Finder for precise timings at your location.
2026 Vivah Muhurat Seasons
January 14 – March 13, 2026
Winter Season
Opens: After Makar Sankranti (January 14)
Closes: Before Phalguna Kharmas (Sun enters Pisces ~March 14)
Peak: February 2026 — the richest month for Vivah Muhurtas
⚠ Avoid Holashtak (approx. March 5–12, the 8 days before Holi)
April 14 – July 5, 2026
Spring & Summer Season
Opens: After Mesha Sankranti (April 14)
Closes: Before Devshayani Ekadashi (Chaturmas begins ~July 6)
Peak: May 2026 — peak wedding season with most Muhurta-rich dates
⚠ July is extremely limited — only a few dates before Chaturmas
October 30 – December 15, 2026
Autumn Season
Opens: After Devuthani Ekadashi (October 29–30) — Vishnu awakes
Closes: Before Dhanu Kharmas (Sun enters Sagittarius ~December 16)
Peak: November 2026 — full month available with many auspicious dates
⚠ October contributes only the last 2 days; plan mainly for November
Month-by-Month Guide
Months when marriages are auspicious are shown below. For exact date and time, use the Muhurat Finder.
❄ Winter Season — January 14 – March 13, 2026
January 2026
After 14th — check Shukla Paksha Tithis on Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri
February 2026
Entire month available — maximum good dates this window
March 2026
Until 4th — pause for Holashtak (5–12), then Kharmas starts 14th
🌸 Spring & Summer Season — April 14 – July 5, 2026
April 2026
From 14th onwards — good options in Shukla Paksha
May 2026
Best month in this window — majority of 2026 weddings happen now
June 2026
Good through most of the month; check individual Nakshatra
July 2026
Only until ~5th; Chaturmas begins July 6 — no marriages after
🍂 Autumn Season — October 30 – December 15, 2026
October 2026
29th and 30th only — Devuthani marks the season opening
November 2026
Full month — excellent options throughout
December 2026
Until ~15th before Kharmas; early December is best
⛔ Blocked Periods — No Marriages
• March 14 – April 13 — Kharmas (Sun in Pisces / Meen Rashi)
• July 6 – October 29 — Chaturmas (Devshayani to Devuthani Ekadashi)
• December 16 onwards — Kharmas (Sun in Sagittarius / Dhanu Rashi)
• Holashtak (approx. March 5–12) — avoided by many communities
What Makes a Date Auspicious for Vivah?
✦ Auspicious Nakshatras
☽ Auspicious Tithis (Shukla Paksha)
Avoid these Tithis:
✗ Ashtami (8th) — sharp and afflicted
✗ Navami (9th) — inauspicious for new unions
✗ Chaturdashi (14th) — very sharp Tithi
✗ Amavasya (15th Krishna = 30th) — new moon, no light
☉ Auspicious Varas (Weekdays)
Monday (Somavar)
Moon — Emotions, harmony, family bonds
Wednesday (Budhavar)
Mercury — Communication, intellect, partnership
Thursday (Guruvar)
Jupiter — Wisdom, expansion, auspiciousness
Friday (Shukravar)
Venus — Love, beauty, marital happiness — best for Vivah
Avoid Tuesday (Mangalvar) and Saturday (Shanivar)
Find the Exact Muhurat for Your Date
Enter any date within the auspicious windows above into our Muhurat Finder to get a full analysis — Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Choghadiya, auspicious windows, and an overall score out of 100. Personalised to your city.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Vivah Muhurat seasons are there in 2026?
Three — January 14 to March 13; April 14 to July 5; and October 30 to December 15. The gaps are Kharmas and Chaturmas periods when new auspicious activities including marriages are traditionally avoided.
What is Kharmas and why are marriages avoided?
Kharmas (Malamas) occurs when the Sun transits through Sagittarius (Dhanu) or Pisces (Meen). These are considered spiritually charged transitions. In 2026, Kharmas runs approximately March 14–April 13 and starts again December 16.
What is Chaturmas and when is it in 2026?
Chaturmas is the monsoon retreat — from Devshayani Ekadashi (July 6) to Devuthani Ekadashi (October 29). During these ~4 months, Vishnu is in Yoga Nidra, and marriages are not performed.
Which Nakshatra is best for marriage?
Rohini — ruled by Brahma — is the most auspicious Nakshatra for Vivah across all classical texts. Others include Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Swati, Anuradha, Uttara Ashadha, Uttara Bhadrapada, and Revati.
Which weekday is most auspicious for marriage?
Friday (Shukravar), ruled by Venus (Shukra — the planet of marriage and love), is the most auspicious. Thursday (Guruvar, Jupiter) is a strong second. Monday and Wednesday are also good. Tuesday and Saturday are generally avoided.
Should I do Kundali Milan before fixing a Vivah Muhurat?
Yes — Kundali Milan (Ashtakoot Guna matching) should precede Muhurat selection. A score of 18+ out of 36 with no serious Doshas (especially Nadi Dosha) is recommended. Use our free Kundali Milan tool at /kundali-milan.
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