Rahu Nakshatra Transit 2026 New Delhi — Dates & Timings | PanchangBodh

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2026

Rahu's nakshatra transit is particularly significant because Rahu amplifies the characteristics of whatever nakshatra it occupies. Since Rahu spends about 7-8 months in each nakshatra, these periods create distinct phases within its 18-month sign transit. Rahu in Swati nakshatra accentuates independence and restlessness, in Ardra it intensifies turmoil and breakthrough, and in Magha it drives ambition for authority and ancestral recognition. Understanding Rahu's nakshatra helps decode the specific flavour of its otherwise mysterious influence.

Nakshatra Transit Calendar 2026

2 changes

Shatabhisha (शतभिषा)

Current

in Aquarius · Lord: Rahu · Deity: Varuna

23 Nov 2025, 12:33 PM → 2 Aug 2026, 3:12 AM

251.6d (~8.3mo)

Dhanishta (धनिष्ठा)

in Aquarius · Lord: Mars · Deity: Vasus

2 Aug 2026, 3:12 AM → 6 Feb 2027, 8:11 PM

188.7d (~6.2mo)

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What is Nakshatra Transit?

Nakshatras are 13°20' segments — finer than signs. Each has its own lord and deity. Essential for muhurat timing.

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Rashi Transit

30° sign-level — major life influences

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Pada Transit

3°20' pada-level — navamsha analysis

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Rahu and Ketu are mathematical shadow points (lunar nodes), not physical planets. They represent the intersection of the Moon's orbital plane with the ecliptic. Their natural motion is retrograde (backward through the zodiac), moving approximately 1.5 degrees per month.

Rahu stays in one zodiac sign for approximately 18 months (1.5 years). A full Rahu cycle through all 12 signs takes about 18 years. Rahu's transit is considered significant for material desires, sudden changes, and overseas opportunities.

Nakshatra transit tracks a planet's movement through the 27 lunar mansions (nakshatras). Each nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac. Nakshatra transit is more granular than rashi transit and reveals the planet's subtle influence through its nakshatra lord (Vimshottari Dasha lord).