✓ Astronomical calculations for Madurai · Accurate to the minute⚙️ Lahiri Ayanāṃśa • NASA JPL Data
Solar and Lunar Events in Madurai on Saturday, May 23, 2026
Sunrise
5:55 AM
Sunset
6:32 PM
Moonrise
12:14 PM
Moonset
12:09 AM
Panchang Today in Madurai
Masa
Adhika Jyeshtha
all day
Paksha
Shukla Paksha
till 11:37 PM
Tithi
Saptami
Shukla Paksha
till 5:06 AM
Ashtami
Shukla Paksha
till 11:37 PM
Karana
Vanija
till 5:06 AM
Vishti
till 4:41 PM
Bava
till 11:37 PM
Yoga
Dhruva
till 6:13 AM
Vyaghata
till 11:37 PM
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Dishaashool
East
Avoid travel in East direction today
Muhurat Today in Madurai
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Rahu Kaal
9:05 AM - 10:39 AM
Strictly avoid new beginnings, deals, journeys, and rituals.
Abhijit Muhurat
11:50 AM - 12:38 PM
Most auspicious midday window for all good beginnings; best fallback when no other muhurat available.
Brahma Muhurat
4:19 AM - 5:07 AM
Pre-dawn period, ideal for meditation, study, and spiritual practice.
Godhuli Muhurat
6:20 PM - 6:44 PM
Twilight around sunset; best for housewarming, vehicle purchase, special rituals.
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Yamaganda
1:48 PM - 3:23 PM
Avoided for starting new work, business, or travel.
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Gulika Kaal
5:55 AM - 7:30 AM
Generally avoided for new ventures; in some traditions, considered good for travel.
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Durmuhurta
5:55 AM - 6:46 AM
Inauspicious period; avoid for all good work.
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Durmuhurta
6:46 AM - 7:36 AM
Inauspicious period; avoid for all good work.
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Varjyam
14:09 – 15:45
Magha Nakshatra Varjyam
Inauspicious nakshatra-based period. Avoid starting auspicious activities.
Location Info
Madurai
9.919, 78.11953 • Asia/Kolkata
Day Length:12h 37m
🌒Moon Phase:Shukla Ardhchandra (Waxing Crescent)
- Interior Tamil Nadu heat peaks in Apr–May; temples open early to beat heat.
- Northeast monsoon (Oct–Dec) brings occasional showers.
- Winter months offer ideal pilgrimage weather with clear skies.
Cultural Heritage
- Meenakshi Amman Temple with its towering gopurams defines the city.
- Chithirai Festival (Apr–May) celebrations last ten days.
- Thirukalyanam (divine wedding) is the festival's highlight.