Sankatahara Chaturthi Timings & Dates Calendar
Note: Chaturthi Tithi Timings given below is in Indian Standard Time (IST). - Sathurthi date and time based on Tamil Panchangam.
Featured Tithi Timing
3 July 2026 - Friday - Sankatahara Sathurthi
Chaturthi Tithi Time: 10.27 am (3-7-2026) to 10.58 am (4-7-2026)
Chaturthi Tithi Time: 10.27 am (3-7-2026) to 10.58 am (4-7-2026)
Timings in Detail:
- Krishna Paksha Chaturthi Tithi starts at 10.27 am IST (on Friday Morning - 3-July-2026)
- Krishna Paksha Chaturthi Tithi ends at 10.58 am IST (on Saturday Forenoon - 4-July-2026)
• Tamil Month (Solar Calendar): 3rd July is Aani Masam 19th Day (Friday) - Theipirai
• Telugu / Kannada Month (Lunar Calendar): Nija Jyeshta Maas - Krishna Paksha
• Krishna Paksha is the dark fortnight i.e., Theipirai in Tamil, which is the fortnight that comes after Pournami.
- Krishna Paksha Chaturthi Tithi ends at 10.58 am IST (on Saturday Forenoon - 4-July-2026)
• Tamil Month (Solar Calendar): 3rd July is Aani Masam 19th Day (Friday) - Theipirai
• Telugu / Kannada Month (Lunar Calendar): Nija Jyeshta Maas - Krishna Paksha
• Krishna Paksha is the dark fortnight i.e., Theipirai in Tamil, which is the fortnight that comes after Pournami.
Next Sangadahara Chaturthi Dates
| Date & Day | Timing Details | Regional Calendar Alignments |
|---|---|---|
| 2 August 2026 Sunday |
Chaturthi Tithi Timing: 10.31 pm (1-8-2026) to 10.03 pm (2-8-2026) |
Tamil Month: Aadi - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Ashada - Krishna Paksha |
| 31 August 2026 Monday |
Chaturthi Tithi Timing: 9.10 am (31-8-2026) to 7.51 am (1-9-2026) |
Tamil Month: Aavani - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Shravana - Krishna Paksha |
| 29 September 2026 Tuesday |
Chaturthi Tithi Timings: 6.59 pm (29-9-2026) to 5.01 pm (30-9-2026) |
Tamil Month: Purattasi - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Bhadrapada / Bhadra - Krishna Paksha |
| 29 October 2026 Thursday |
Sankatahara Chaturthi Details | Tamil Month: Aippasi - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Ashvayuja / Asvina - Krishna Paksha Note: Karaka Chaturthi is on 29 October, 2026 (Thursday) |
| 27 November 2026 Friday |
Sangadahara Chaturthi Details | Tamil Month: Karthigai - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Kartika - Krishna Paksha |
| 27 December 2026 Sunday |
Sankata Hara Sathurthi Details | Tamil Month: Margazhi - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Margashirsa - Krishna Paksha |
| 25 January 2027 Monday |
Sangadahara Chathurthi Details | Tamil Month: Thai - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Pausha - Krishna Paksha |
| 24 February 2027 Wednesday |
Sangada Hara Sathurthi Details | Tamil Month: Masi - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Magha - Krishna Paksha |
| 25 March 2027 Thursday |
Sangada Hara Chaturthi Details | Tamil Month: Panguni - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Phalguna - Krishna Paksha |
| 24 April 2027 Saturday |
Sankatahara Sathurthi Details | Tamil Month: Chithirai - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Chaithra - Krishna Paksha |
| 24 May 2027 Monday |
Sankatahara Chathurthi Details | Tamil Month: Vaikasi - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Vaishaka - Krishna Paksha |
| 22 June 2027 Tuesday |
Sankatahara Chathurthi Details | Tamil Month: Aani - Theipirai Lunar Calendar: Jyeshta - Krishna Paksha |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the precise timings for Sankatahara Chaturthi on 3 July 2026?
The Chaturthi Tithi starts at 10.27 am IST on Friday morning (3 July 2026) and ends at 10.58 am IST on Saturday forenoon (4 July 2026).
What is the significance of Krishna Paksha or Theipirai?
Krishna Paksha (known as Theipirai in Tamil) refers to the dark fortnight or the waning phase of the moon, which begins immediately following a full moon day (Pournami).
When is Karaka Chaturthi observed in late 2026?
Karaka Chaturthi is observed on 29 October, 2026 (Thursday), corresponding to the Aippasi month in the Tamil calendar and Ashvayuja/Asvina maas in the lunar calendar.
How do solar and lunar months differ for the July 3rd Chaturthi?
On July 3rd, 2026, the solar calendar marks the 19th day of the Tamil month Aani, while the lunar calendar used in Telugu and Kannada regions marks it as Nija Jyeshta Maas.
Disclaimer: The dates, structural timings, and traditional alignments mapped in this calendar are structured using conventional Tamil Panchangam references and traditional lunar metrics synchronized to Indian Standard Time (IST). True celestial transitions can marginally deviate depending on localized geographic coordinates or alternative planetary tracking models. Devotees are encouraged to cross-verify exact fast timings with their family priests or local temple coordinates before executing corresponding vrathams.