Vijay Muhurat
2:44 PM — 3:28 PM
Vijayadashami — victory, and the beginning of new undertakings.
About the day
Ashvin Shukla Dashami marks Rama's victory over Ravana and Durga's over Mahishasura. It is considered self-auspicious for beginnings, and its Vijay Muhurat in the afternoon is especially sought.
How it is observed
Perform Shami and Aparajita puja, and begin a new undertaking in the Vijay Muhurat.
Timing on 20 October
- Dashami tithi
- 20 Oct, 12:20 AM — 21 Oct, 1:42 AM
- Sunrise
- 7:23 AM
- Sunset
- 6:24 PM
- Abhijit Muhurat
- 12:32 PM — 1:16 PM
- Rahu Kaal
- 3:39 PM — 5:01 PM
- Nakshatra
- Dhanishta
Want this done properly?
A practitioner can confirm the timing for your family's tradition and perform or guide the observance with you.
Talk it through in CounselAlso coming up
Calculated for San Francisco (America/Los_Angeles). Regional traditions may observe this date differently.