Karwa Chauth 2027
Krishna-paksha Chaturthi of Kartik.
🕐 Which day and time to celebrate
Good windows use the same rules as the calendar’s Good Windows box — Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda are avoided; Brahma Muhurta and Abhijit are excellent; otherwise the Choghadiya decides.
Karwa Chauth Monday, 18 October 2027 · best 1:40 am (+1 day) – 4:43 am (+1 day) 2-day tithi
Krishna-paksha Chaturthi of Kartik.
Tithi: Chaturthi — 18 Oct, 5:51 pm → 19 Oct, 4:42 pm. The tithi spans two calendar days, so the day matters:
Classically observed in the Pradosh (after sunset) — each day below lists ALL good windows while the tithi is active, marks those inside this period (★), and shows this period separately. If none is good inside it, choose the best listed window and follow your family tradition.
| Date | Tithi active (IST) | Good windows | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, 18 October 2027 ★ Recommended |
5:51 pm – 4:43 am (+1 day) | ✓ 10:32 pm – 12:06 am (+1 day) (Good · Labh) ✓ 1:40 am (+1 day) – 4:43 am (+1 day) (Good · Shubh, Amrit) Pradosh (after sunset) 5:51 pm – 8:13 pm: no good slot; acceptable: 5:51 pm – 7:23 pm |
Rahu Kaal 7:49 am–9:14 am · Yamaganda 10:40 am–12:06 pm · Gulika 1:32 pm–2:57 pm |
| Tuesday, 19 October 2027 Tithi at sunrise |
4:43 am – 4:42 pm | ⭐ 4:43 am – 5:31 am (Excellent · Brahma) ✓ 10:36 am – 11:39 am (Good · Labh) ⭐ 11:39 am – 12:02 pm (Excellent · Abhijit) Pradosh (after sunset): tithi not active in this period |
Rahu Kaal 2:53 pm–4:19 pm · Yamaganda 9:11 am–10:36 am · Gulika 12:02 pm–1:28 pm |
About Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is a day-long fast kept by married women in North India for the long life and well-being of their husbands. Unmarried women also keep it in the hope of a good partner.
Tithi rule: Krishna Paksha Chaturthi after Sharad Purnima — Kartik in the Purnimanta count (Ashwin in Amanta). Observed in the evening (Pradosh) and at moonrise.
🪔 How it is observed
The fast begins before sunrise (often with a pre-dawn meal, sargi) and ends at night after sighting the moon, usually through a sieve, and offering water. Evening puja with the Karwa Chauth katha is done in a group.
Customs vary by region and family — follow your own tradition and your family priest’s guidance.
Upcoming dates
| Date | Tithi (IST) |
|---|---|
| Thursday, 29 October 2026 | 29 Oct, 1:07 am → 29 Oct, 10:10 pm |
| Tuesday, 19 October 2027 | 18 Oct, 5:51 pm → 19 Oct, 4:42 pm |
Frequently Asked Questions
Karwa Chauth in 2027 falls on Monday, 18 October 2027 (tithi: 18 Oct, 5:51 pm to 19 Oct, 4:42 pm IST).
In 2027 the tithi touches 2 calendar days. The recommended day is Monday, 18 October 2027; the table above lists the good windows on each day, avoiding Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda. Follow your family tradition if it differs.
Karwa Chauth is a day-long fast kept by married women in North India for the long life and well-being of their husbands. Unmarried women also keep it in the hope of a good partner.