On Saturday, 24 October 2026, it is Trayodashi of Shukla Paksha, in the month of Ashwin. The day falls on a Shanivara, traditionally ruled by Saturn, with the Moon resting in Uttara Bhadrapada nakshatra. Trayodashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions.
Between 9:33 AM and 11:00 AM, 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 12:03 PM to 12:49 PM, a good slot for anything important.
Vrat: પ્રદોષ is observed on Saturday, 24 October 2026, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Thirteenth day: good for ceremonies and important decisions
Obstruction: avoid travel and new starts
Trayodashi is the 13th day of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashwin. Thirteenth day: good for ceremonies and important decisions. In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, a month ends on Amavasya (new moon).
Vyaghata is one of the 27 Yogas, calculated from the combined longitudes of the Sun and Moon. Obstruction: avoid travel and new starts. At sunrise the Moon is in Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra, Pada 2. Deep, spiritual energy. Excellent for meditation, wisdom, and charitable work.