Amavasai Dates 2026 அமாவாசை
New Moon (Amavasya) — Deity: Ancestors (Pitru)
All Amavasai Dates in 2026
| # | Date | Day | Festival Name | Tithi | Lunar Month | Panchangam | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026-01-18 | Sunday | Thai Amavasai | Amavasya (ends 1:21 AM, Jan 19) | Thai | View › | January details › |
| 2 | 2026-02-17 | Tuesday | Maasi Amavasai | Amavasya (ends 5:31 PM) | Maasi | View › | February details › |
| 3 | 2026-03-18 | Wednesday | Panguni Amavasai | Chaturdashi (ends 8:25 AM) | Panguni | View › | March details › |
| 4 | 2026-04-17 | Friday | Chithirai Amavasai | Amavasya (ends 5:21 PM) | Chittirai | View › | April details › |
| 5 | 2026-05-18 | Monday | Vaikasi Amavasai | Dwitiya (ends 5:53 PM) | Vaikasi | View › | May details › |
| 6 | 2026-06-14 | Sunday | Aani Amavasai | Chaturdashi (ends 12:20 PM) | Aani | View › | June details › |
| 7 | 2026-07-14 | Tuesday | Aadi Amavasai | Amavasya (ends 3:13 PM) | Aadi | View › | July details › |
| 8 | 2026-08-12 | Wednesday | Aavani Amavasai | Amavasya (ends 11:06 PM) | Aavani | View › | August details › |
| 9 | 2026-09-10 | Thursday | Purattasi Amavasai (Mahalaya) | Chaturdashi (ends 10:33 AM) | Purattasi | View › | September details › |
| 10 | 2026-10-10 | Saturday | Aippasi Amavasai | Amavasya (ends 9:20 PM) | Aippasi | View › | October details › |
| 11 | 2026-11-08 | Sunday | Karthigai Amavasai | Chaturdashi (ends 11:28 AM) | Karthigai | View › | November details › |
| 12 | 2026-12-08 | Tuesday | Margazhi Amavasai | Amavasya (ends 6:21 AM, Dec 09) | Margazhi | View › | December details › |
Month-by-Month Amavasai – 2026
About Amavasai in the Tamil Calendar
Amavasai (அமாவாசை) is the New Moon day in the Hindu lunar calendar, occurring once every month when the Moon and Sun are at the same celestial longitude. It is the last day of the Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight). In Tamil tradition, Amavasai carries deep spiritual significance as the day dedicated to Pitru worship — honouring and propitiating one's ancestors.
The most important ritual on Amavasai is Pitru Tarpanam, where devotees offer water (Jala Tharpanam) and sesame seeds to their ancestors. This is believed to ensure peace for the departed souls and bring prosperity and health to the family. Visiting sacred rivers like the Ganga, Cauvery, or Yamuna for Tarpanam is considered especially meritorious on Amavasai.
Many temples conduct special pujas and abhishekams on Amavasai. It is also a day for fasting, charity, and visiting temples dedicated to Shiva and ancestral deities. The Amavasai that falls on a Monday (Soma Amavasai) is considered extra auspicious.
Rituals & Practices on Amavasai
- Pitru Tarpanam
- Fasting
- Charity (danam)
- River bath
- Temple visit
- Ancestor prayers
Amavasai – Other Years
Other Auspicious Days 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Amavasai in 2026?
See the exact Amavasai date 2026 with Tithi and day of week on this page.
What is Amavasai in Tamil calendar?
Amavasai (New Moon day) is considered the most auspicious day for Pitru Tarpanam — offering water and sesame seeds to honour departed ancestors. Hindus believe that performing Tarpanam on Amavasai day ensures peace for the souls of ancestors and brings blessings to the living family.
What are the rituals performed on Amavasai?
Pitru Tarpanam, Fasting, Charity (danam), River bath, Temple visit, Ancestor prayers
How many Amavasai are there in 2026?
There are 12 Amavasai days in 2026. See the complete list above with exact dates, Tithi, and monthly detail pages.
When is the next Amavasai in 2026?
The next Amavasai is on 18 May 2026 (Monday).