On Friday, 18 December 2026, it is Navami of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Margashirsh. The day falls on a Shukravara, traditionally ruled by Venus, with the Moon resting in Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra. Navami is a neutral tithi, suitable for routine work without any specific restriction.
Between 11:17 AM and 12:37 PM, Rahu Kaal is in effect; elders advise against starting anything new during this window. The most auspicious moment of the day is Abhijit Muhurta, from 12:16 PM to 12:58 PM, a good slot for anything important.
Ninth day: good for weapons, machinery and valor
Calamity: avoid auspicious events
Navami is the 9th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Margashirsh. Ninth day: good for weapons, machinery and valor. In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, a month ends on Amavasya (new moon).
Vyatipata is one of the 27 Yogas, calculated from the combined longitudes of the Sun and Moon. Calamity: avoid auspicious events. At sunrise the Moon is in Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra, Pada 3. Deep, spiritual energy. Excellent for meditation, wisdom, and charitable work.