When Is Somvati Amavasya In June 2026? Date, Timings And 5 Rituals To Follow
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On Somvati Amavasya, married couples worship Shiva and Parvati together, believing it strengthens marital harmony and removes obstacles from family life.
Somvati Amavasya is regarded as a powerful day for prayer, charity, and spiritual reflection. (AI-generated image)
Somvati Amavasya is considered one of the most significant new moon days in the Hindu calendar. It occurs when Amavasya falls on a Monday, a day dedicated to Lord Shiva. In 2026, the first Somvati Amavasya of the year coincides with Adhik Maas (the extra lunar month), making the occasion especially auspicious for prayers, charity, and spiritual practices.
According to Hindu beliefs, worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on this day can bring harmony, prosperity, and blessings for the family. This year’s observance is considered even more special due to the rare alignment of Amrit Siddhi Yoga and Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga.
Somvati Amavasya 2026: Date And Timings
According to the Hindu Panchang, the Amavasya Tithi begins at 12:19 PM on June 14, 2026, and ends at 8:23 AM on June 15, 2026.
As the new moon day is present during sunrise, Somvati Amavasya will be observed on Monday, June 15, 2026.
Auspicious Timings
- Brahma Muhurta: 4:03 AM to 4:43 AM
- Amrit Siddhi & Sarvartha Siddhi Yoga: 5:23 AM to 7:08 AM
- Abhijit Muhurta: 11:54 AM to 12:50 PM
- Amrit Kaal: 11:28 AM to 12:52 PM
These periods are considered favourable for prayers, holy baths, donations, and other spiritual activities.
Why Is Somvati Amavasya Important?
In Hindu tradition, Somvati Amavasya is associated with Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, and ancestor worship. Many devotees observe a fast and perform special prayers seeking peace, prosperity, and family well-being.
Married couples often worship Shiva and Parvati together, believing it strengthens marital harmony and removes obstacles from family life. The day is also considered important for offering prayers to ancestors through rituals such as tarpan and shradh.
5 Rituals Believed To Bring Good Fortune
1. Feed Ants With Flour And Sugar
A popular astrological remedy involves mixing sugar with wheat flour and offering it to ants. It is believed to help remove financial obstacles and attract positive energy.
2. Worship Tulsi In The Evening
Lighting a ghee lamp near the Tulsi plant after sunset is considered highly auspicious. Many devotees believe this ritual invites the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and promotes prosperity.
3. Light A Lamp In The North-East Corner
The north-east direction, or Ishan Kon, holds special significance in Vastu Shastra. Lighting a ghee lamp in this corner during the evening is believed to bring peace and good fortune to the household.
4. Offer Prayers To A Peepal Tree
After taking a holy bath, devotees often worship a Peepal tree and perform circumambulation around it. According to traditional beliefs, this practice helps remove financial difficulties and brings stability.
5. Donate Essential Items
Donating white sweets, food grains, sesame seeds, clothes, footwear, and other useful items is considered highly meritorious on Somvati Amavasya. Charity performed on this day is believed to bring blessings and abundance.
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