Magha Nakshatra Timings & Dates Calendar
Note: Magha Nakshatra Timings given below are in Indian Standard Time (IST). All Magam/Makam Natchathiram dates and boundary transitions are computed based on the traditional Tamil Panchangam.
Current Nakshatra Timings
20 June 2026 - Saturday - Magam Nakshatra
Time: 4.00 pm (19-6-2026) to 3.26 pm (20-6-2026)
Tamil Month: Aani Maasam - 6th Day (Saturday)
Time: 4.00 pm (19-6-2026) to 3.26 pm (20-6-2026)
Tamil Month: Aani Maasam - 6th Day (Saturday)
Timings in Detail:
- Magam Natchathiram starts at 4.00 pm IST (on Friday Evening - 19 June 2026)
- Makam Natchathiram ends at 3.26 pm IST (on Saturday Afternoon - 20 June 2026)
- Makam Natchathiram ends at 3.26 pm IST (on Saturday Afternoon - 20 June 2026)
Next Magha Nakshatra Dates (2026 - 2027)
| Date & Day | Tamil Month | Timing Details & Festivals |
|---|---|---|
| 17 July 2026 Friday |
Aadi | 12.02 am (17-7-2026) to 11.23 pm (17-7-2026) |
| 13 August 2026 Thursday |
Aadi | 7.58 am (13-8-2026) to 7.14 am (14-8-2026) |
| 10 September 2026 Thursday |
Aavani | Timings to be updated |
| 7 October 2026 Wednesday |
Purattasi | Observed as Magha Natchathiram. Timings to be updated |
| 3 November 2026 Tuesday |
Aippasi | Observed as Makam Nakshatra. Timings to be updated |
| 1 December 2026 Tuesday |
Karthigai | Timings to be updated |
| 28 December 2026 Monday |
Margazhi | Observed as Maham Nakshatra. Timings to be updated |
| 24 January 2027 Sunday |
Thai | Timings to be updated |
| 21 February 2027 Sunday |
Masi | Note: In Tamil Nadu, the auspicious Masi Magam festival is grandly celebrated on 21 Feb, 2027 (Sunday). |
| 20 March 2027 Saturday |
Panguni | Timings to be updated |
| 16 April 2027 Friday |
Chithirai | Observed as Maham Natchathiram. Timings to be updated |
| 14 May 2027 Friday |
Chithirai | Observed as Makam Nakshatra. Timings to be updated |
| 10 June 2027 Thursday |
Vaikasi | Timings to be updated |
| 7 July 2027 Wednesday |
Aani | Observed as Magha Natchathiram. Timings to be updated |
Nomenclature & Significance
• Magam (Magha): It holds an important status as one of the fundamental 27 Nakshatras in the Vedic astrological matrix.
• Phonetic Variations: Depending on local scripts and dialects, it is interchangeably rendered as Magha, Magam, Makam, or Maham.
• Dynamic Occurrences: Due to standard planetary motion cycles, there are roughly 13 to 14 Magam Nakshatram days mapped in an annual calendar timeline.
• Masi Magam Festival: A highly revered annual festival in Tamil Nadu that occurs when the full moon coincides with Magha Nakshatra in the Tamil month of Masi. Devotees take ritual holy baths in seas, ponds, and rivers.
• Phonetic Variations: Depending on local scripts and dialects, it is interchangeably rendered as Magha, Magam, Makam, or Maham.
• Dynamic Occurrences: Due to standard planetary motion cycles, there are roughly 13 to 14 Magam Nakshatram days mapped in an annual calendar timeline.
• Masi Magam Festival: A highly revered annual festival in Tamil Nadu that occurs when the full moon coincides with Magha Nakshatra in the Tamil month of Masi. Devotees take ritual holy baths in seas, ponds, and rivers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Masi Magam celebrated in 2027?
Masi Magam is celebrated on 21 February, 2027 (Sunday) across prominent coastal and temple locations in Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry.
What are the alternative names for Magha Nakshatra?
It is popularly designated using various localized spellings such as Magam, Makam, and Maham Natchathiram within the regional Tamil calendar ecosystem.
How many Magam Nakshatram days occur in a single year?
There are typically 13 to 14 occurrences of this specific lunar mansion over a single year cycle.
What are the specific timings for Magam Nakshatra on 20 June 2026?
The nakshatra commences at 4.00 pm IST on Friday evening (June 19) and wraps up at 3.26 pm IST on Saturday afternoon (June 20).
Disclaimer: The astronomical calculations, regional transit markers, and solar Tamil month parameters displayed in this table are compiled according to traditional Panchangam math rules aligned with Indian Standard Time (IST). Devotees are advised to sync up with local mathematical almanacs or family priests before designing fast itineraries.