Astrological Calendar for September 16, 2026 – Beneficial Times for Ganesha Rituals

The Hindu Panchang for 16 September 2026 (Wednesday) records the Shukla Paksha Panchami tithi until 08:59 a.m., after which the Shashthi tithi begins. Sunrise is scheduled for 06:17 a.m. and sunset at 06:26 p.m.; lunar rise and set occur at 10:52 a.m. and 09:42 p.m., respectively. The sun resides in the Uttara Phalguni star and the moon in the Libra sign. The day’s most auspicious window, the Abhijit muhurat, runs from 11:51 a.m. to 12:40 p.m., ideal for performing Ganesha puja. The Amrit kaal, another favourable phase, is from 07:53 a.m. to 09:37 a.m. Periods considered inauspicious are Rahukala (12:21 p.m.–01:52 p.m.), Gulika (10:50 a.m.–12:21 p.m.) and Yamaganda (07:48 a.m.–09:19 a.m.). Traditional practice recommends postponing the start of new activities during these intervals. The northward direction is flagged as a Disha Shool, and travel towards it is discouraged unless appropriate astrological safeguards are employed.