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Solar and Lunar Events in Rajkot on Saturday, May 23, 2026

Sunrise
6:04 AM
Sunset
7:22 PM
Moonrise
12:33 PM
Moonset
12:53 AM

Panchang Today in Rajkot

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
Nakshatra
till 2:08 AM
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 Rajkot

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Rahu Kaal
9:24 AM - 11:03 AM
Strictly avoid new beginnings, deals, journeys, and rituals.
Abhijit Muhurat
Auspicious
12:19 PM - 1:07 PM
Most auspicious midday window for all good beginnings; best fallback when no other muhurat available.
Brahma Muhurat
Auspicious
4:28 AM - 5:16 AM
Pre-dawn period, ideal for meditation, study, and spiritual practice.
Godhuli Muhurat
Auspicious
7:10 PM - 7:34 PM
Twilight around sunset; best for housewarming, vehicle purchase, special rituals.
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Yamaganda
2:23 PM - 4:03 PM
Avoided for starting new work, business, or travel.
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Gulika Kaal
6:04 AM - 7:44 AM
Generally avoided for new ventures; in some traditions, considered good for travel.
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Durmuhurta
6:04 AM - 6:57 AM
Inauspicious period; avoid for all good work.
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Durmuhurta
6:57 AM - 7:50 AM
Inauspicious period; avoid for all good work.
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Varjyam
96 min
14:0915:45
Magha Nakshatra Varjyam
Inauspicious nakshatra-based period. Avoid starting auspicious activities.
Location Info
Rajkot
22.29161, 70.79322Asia/Kolkata
Day Length:13h 18m
🌒Moon Phase:Shukla Ardhchandra (Waxing Crescent)
  • Saurashtra region city with semi‑arid climate.
  • Navratri garba celebrations are among Gujarat's largest.
  • Summer heat can be intense; early mornings recommended for outings.
Cultural Heritage
  • Kaba Gandhi No Delo (Gandhi's ancestral home) adds historical depth.
  • Ranchhodray Dakor Mandir is nearby for Vaishnava pilgrims.
  • Navratri garba raas is celebrated with characteristic Kathiawari fervor.