Ratha Saptami 2027
Shukla-paksha Saptami of Magha (popularly cited name; own Amanta segment is Phalguna).
🕐 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.
Ratha Saptami Saturday, 13 February 2027 · best 5:22 am – 6:10 am 2-day tithi
Shukla-paksha Saptami of Magha (popularly cited name; own Amanta segment is Phalguna).
Tithi: Saptami — 13 Feb, 2:59 am → 14 Feb, 2:07 am. The tithi spans two calendar days, so the day matters:
Day chosen: the day the tithi is present at sunrise (Udaya) — the common default for day-time festivals. Windows cover the whole time the tithi is active, day and night; if your family observes this festival at night or at moonrise, use the evening/night windows and check your own tradition.
| Date | Tithi active (IST) | Good windows | Avoid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 13 February 2027 ★ Recommended Tithi at sunrise |
5:22 am – 2:07 am (+1 day) | ⭐ 5:22 am – 6:10 am (Excellent · Brahma) ✓ 8:21 am – 9:45 am (Good · Shubh) ⭐ 12:09 pm – 12:53 pm (Excellent · Abhijit) ✓ 1:54 pm – 3:17 pm (Good · Labh) ✓ 6:04 pm – 7:41 pm (Good · Labh) ✓ 9:17 pm – 12:31 am (+1 day) (Good · Shubh, Amrit) |
Rahu Kaal 9:45 am–11:08 am · Yamaganda 3:17 pm–4:41 pm · Gulika 6:58 am–8:21 am |
| Sunday, 14 February 2027 | — | The whole time the tithi is active falls in avoid periods | Rahu Kaal 4:37 pm–6:00 pm · Yamaganda 12:27 pm–1:50 pm · Gulika 3:13 pm–4:37 pm |
About Ratha Saptami
Ratha Saptami honours Surya, the Sun god, whose chariot (ratha) is drawn by seven horses, and is regarded as the day he turned his chariot northward, bringing the warmer season. It is also called Surya Jayanti.
Tithi rule: Shukla Paksha Saptami of Magha.
🪔 How it is observed
Devotees bathe at sunrise (traditionally with arka leaves on the head), offer arghya to the rising Sun, draw a chariot in rangoli and cook sweet rice in the open.
Customs vary by region and family — follow your own tradition and your family priest’s guidance.
Upcoming dates
| Date | Tithi (IST) |
|---|---|
| Sunday, 25 January 2026 | 25 Jan, 12:40 am → 25 Jan, 11:10 pm |
| Saturday, 13 February 2027 | 13 Feb, 2:59 am → 14 Feb, 2:07 am |
Frequently Asked Questions
Ratha Saptami in 2027 falls on Saturday, 13 February 2027 (tithi: 13 Feb, 2:59 am to 14 Feb, 2:07 am IST).
In 2027 the tithi touches 2 calendar days. The recommended day is Saturday, 13 February 2027; the table above lists the good windows on each day, avoiding Rahu Kaal, Gulika and Yamaganda. Follow your family tradition if it differs.
Ratha Saptami honours Surya, the Sun god, whose chariot (ratha) is drawn by seven horses, and is regarded as the day he turned his chariot northward, bringing the warmer season. It is also called Surya Jayanti.