Aaj Ka Panchang, December 18, 2023: Tithi, Vrat, Rahu Kaal, and Other Details

AAJ KA PANCHANG, DECEMBER 18, 2023: This Monday, December 18, marks the Shashthi and Saptami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha, according to Drik Panchang. On this day, many devotees in Maharashtra will observe Champa Shashthi which is considered an auspicious day. In other parts of the country, most of the people worship Lord Skanda today, which is popularly called Skanda Shasti among Tamil Hindus. It is advisable to go through the Tithi, auspicious timings, and inauspicious periods before engaging in any activities. This information can offer valuable insights into the day’s occurrences and help you overcome all the obstacles coming your way.

SUNRISE, SUNSET, MOONRISE, AND MOONSET ON DECEMBER 18

The sun is expected to rise around 7.08 AM and set at 5:27 PM. On the other hand, the moon is anticipated to rise at 11:40 PM and set at 11:13 PM.

TITHI, NAKSHATRA, AND RASHI DETAILS FOR DECEMBER 18

The Shashthi Tithi is set to continue until 3:13 PM, at which point the Saptami Tithi will commence. The Shatabhisha Nakshatra is expected to be visible until 1:22 AM after which the Purva Bhadrapada Nakshatra will come into play. The moon is forecast to be in the Kumbha Rashi and the sun is anticipated to be positioned in the Dhanu Rashi.

SHUBH MUHURAT FOR DECEMBER 18

As for the auspicious timings on this day: The Brahma Muhurta is slated to occur from 5:18 AM to 6:13 AM. The Abhijit Muhurta extends from 11:57 AM to 12:38 PM. The Godhuli Muhurta is projected to fall between 5:25 PM and 5:52 PM, while the Vijaya Muhurta is expected to take place between 2:01 PM and 2:42 PM. Furthermore, the Sayahna Sandhya Muhurta is likely to span from 5:27 PM to 6:49 PM, and the Pratah Sandhya Muhurta can be observed from 5:27 AM to 6:49 AM. Lastly, the Amrit Kalam Muhurta is considered to take place from 6:37 PM to 8:07 PM.

ASHUBH MUHURAT FOR DECEMBER 18

The ashubh muhurta, or inauspicious timings, for the day, are as follows: The Rahu Kalam is anticipated to last from 8:25 AM to 9:43 AM. The Gulikai Kalam time frame is slated to occur between 1:35 PM and 2:52 PM, whereas the Yamaganda Muhurta is predicted to be effective from 11:00 AM to 12:18 PM. Lastly, the Banna Muhurat is considered to occur in Mrityu until 3:19 PM, post this, it will take place in Agni from 3:19 PM to full night.