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Wednesday, 6 May 2026
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What is Panchang?+
Panchang(literally "five limbs") is the traditional Hindu calendar and almanac. It consists of five elements: Tithi (lunar day), Nakshatra (lunar mansion), Yoga (luni-solar combination), Karana (half of tithi), and Vara (weekday). It is used daily to determine auspicious timings for rituals, ceremonies, and important activities.
The Tithiis calculated from the angular distance between the Sun and Moon. Each 12 degrees of separation equals one tithi, giving 30 tithis in a lunar month — 15 in the waxing phase (Shukla Paksha) and 15 in the waning phase (Krishna Paksha).
Checking the daily panchang is an integral part of Hindu tradition. It helps in selecting muhurtas (auspicious moments) for starting new ventures, performing puja, fasting on specific tithis like Ekadashi, and understanding the planetary influences of the day.
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Madurai Panchang — मदुरई पंचांग
State
Tamil Nadu
Sunrise Range
6:00–6:35 AM
Coordinates
9.93°N, 78.12°E
Madurai, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, has a near-constant sunrise around 6:00–6:35 AM due to its equatorial proximity. Meenakshi Amman Temple — one of India's grandest Dravidian temples — defines the city spiritually. Chithirai Festival (Meenakshi Thirukalyanam) is the world's largest temple festival, attracting over a million devotees. Tamil Panchanga traditions in Madurai date back over 2,000 years.
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Why does the same choghadiya not work for everyone?
A good muhurat depends on your city, purpose, Moon sign, and active dasha. Get the timing and sankalp together.
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What your personal muhurat plan will show
- Why the same choghadiya does not work for everyone.
- How your city, Moon sign, dasha, and purpose decide the better window.
- Which timing to avoid and what sankalp to take before starting.
Five Elements of Madurai Panchang
The traditional Panchang (पंचांग, meaning “five limbs”) comprises five essential elements that determine auspiciousness for any activity in Madurai:
Tithi (तिथि)
Lunar day — the angular relationship between Sun and Moon. 30 Tithis per lunar month.
Nakshatra (नक्षत्र)
Lunar mansion — the constellation the Moon occupies. 27 Nakshatras in the lunar zodiac.
Yoga (योग)
Combination of Sun and Moon longitudes. 27 Yogas from Vishkambha to Vaidhriti.
Karana (करण)
Half-Tithi — there are 11 Karanas, cycling through 60 Karanas in a lunar month.
Vara (वार)
Day of the week, each ruled by a planet (Sun=Sunday through Saturn=Saturday).
MaduraiFestivals & Panchang
Madurai's major festivals — Chithirai Festival, Pongal, Karthigai Deepam— are calculated using the Hindu lunisolar calendar. Festival dates change each year because the lunar calendar drifts against the solar calendar. The Panchang above shows today's Tithi and Nakshatra. For complete annual festival almanacs with specific timings for Madurai, use the Ishvaram Jyotish app.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is today's Panchang calculated for Madurai?
The Panchang for Madurai is calculated using Swiss Ephemeris with Madurai's exact coordinates (Tamil Nadu, latitude/longitude). Sunrise in Madurai ranges from 6:00–6:35 AM seasonally, which affects the start of each Tithi. The Panchang shows today's Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, and planetary positions — all calibrated to Madurai's local time.
What is today's auspicious Muhurat in Madurai?
Auspicious muhurtas in Madurai depend on today's Tithi, Nakshatra, and Choghadiya periods. The Panchang above shows planetary positions and the current Tithi. For specific muhurtas (Vivah, Griha Pravesh, Vyapar, etc.), combine the Panchang data with the Choghadiya calculator — both are available for Madurai on this site.
Why are Madurai's Panchang timings different from other cities?
Panchang timings vary because they are based on actual astronomical observations for a specific location. Madurai's sunrise (6:00–6:35 AM), longitude, and latitude determine the precise start and end times of Tithis, Nakshatras, and Yogas. A Madurai Panchang uses the city's actual coordinates rather than a single standard Indian time.
When is Chithirai Festival in Madurai in 2025–2026?
Chithirai Festival dates are determined by the Hindu lunisolar calendar and are the same across India, though local observance customs vary. The Panchang above shows today's Tithi and Nakshatra, which you can use to track approaching festivals. For annual festival calendars, the Ishvaram Jyotish app provides complete Indian festival almanacs with Madurai-specific timing where relevant.