According to the Hindu calendar, Purnima (Full Moon) and Amavasya (New Moon) are considered highly auspicious and spiritually powerful days. Many religious rituals, fasting (vrat), ancestor worship (Pitru Karya), charity, meditation, and spiritual practices are performed on these dates.

As the New Year approaches, knowing the complete Purnima–Amavasya calendar for 2026 helps people plan important rituals, fasts, and religious observances in advance.

Why purnima and Amavasya Are Important

Purnima (Full moon Day)

· Associated with positivity, completion, and spiritual energy

· Important for Satyanarayan Katha, Guru Purnima, buddha Purnima, and lakshmi worship

· Considered auspicious for charity, meditation, and mantra chanting

Amavasya (New moon Day)

· Dedicated to ancestor worship (Pitru Tarpan & Shraddha)

· Ideal for spiritual cleansing, introspection, and charity

· Considered powerful for removing negative energies and karmic blocks

Purnima–Amavasya Dates 2026 (Month-Wise)

(Dates may vary slightly by location; always check your local Panchang for exact timings.)

January 2026

· Purnima: 3 January

· Amavasya: 23 January

February 2026

· Purnima: 1 February

· Amavasya: 22 February

March 2026

· Purnima: 3 March

· Amavasya: 23 March

April 2026

· Purnima: 2 April

· Amavasya: 21 April

May 2026

· Purnima: 1 May & 30 May

· Amavasya: 21 May

June 2026

· Purnima: 28 June

· Amavasya: 19 June

July 2026

· Purnima: 27 July

· Amavasya: 19 July

August 2026

· Purnima: 25 August

· Amavasya: 17 August

September 2026

· Purnima: 24 September

· Amavasya: 16 September

October 2026

· Purnima: 23 October

· Amavasya: 16 October

November 2026

· Purnima: 22 November

· Amavasya: 14 November

December 2026

· Purnima: 21 December

· Amavasya: 14 December

What to Do on purnima and Amavasya

Recommended Practices

· Early morning bath

· Fasting or light satvik meals

· Donation of food, clothes, or money

· Lighting lamps and incense

· Meditation, mantra chanting, and prayers

Activities to Avoid

· Major arguments or negativity

· Starting risky ventures (especially on Amavasya)

· Excessive indulgence or impulsive decisions

Conclusion

The Purnima–Amavasya 2026 calendar is essential for anyone following Hindu traditions, astrology, or spiritual practices. These lunar days are not only religiously significant but also deeply connected to mental clarity, emotional balance, and spiritual growth.

By planning ahead, you can make the most of these powerful lunar energies throughout 2026.

 

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Balasahana Suresh

14/12/2025 05:39 PM