Mauni Amavasya: Meaning, Vrat, Snan, Tithi, and Panchang

Learn Mauni Amavasya meaning, Magha Amavasya tithi, vrat and snan traditions, and local panchang timing.


Mauni Amavasya is a major Amavasya observance associated with silence, inner discipline, and sacred bathing traditions.

Mauni Amavasya Dates 2026 and 2027

2026 Sunday, 18 January 2026

Amavasya Sun, 18 Jan 2026, 00:04 to 01:22

2027 Saturday, 06 February 2027

Amavasya Fri, 05 Feb 2027, 19:05 to 21:26

Times in IST, calculated for Delhi. Check panchang by city for your location.

Mauni Amavasya Panchang Context

Tithi Amavasya
Lunar month Magha
Common observance Silence, meditation, holy bathing, ancestor remembrance

Why Local Timing Matters

Vrat timing is based on tithi and observance rules, not only the printed calendar date. Depending on the vrat, sunrise, sunset, pradosh period, moonrise, or the presence of a tithi during a specific part of the day may matter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What tithi is used for Mauni Amavasya?

Mauni Amavasya is connected with Amavasya in the lunar month context of Magha.

Why should vrat timing be checked locally?

Vrat observance can depend on sunrise, sunset, moonrise, pradosh period, or a tithi's presence during a specific local time window.

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