Shubh Vivah Muhurat 2026: All 59 Hindu Wedding Dates, Month by Month
2026 has around 59 shubh vivah muhurat spread across 8 months. Four months have no auspicious wedding dates at all. February leads with 12 dates, April follows with 10, and the season completely pauses from August through October because of Chaturmas. If you are planning a wedding this year, the window is real, and it is limited. Book your date before someone else does.
What Is a Shubh Muhurat for Marriage
A shubh muhurat is not just a lucky date picked off a calendar. It is a precise window calculated by aligning five Vedic factors together, which are the Tithi (lunar day), Nakshatra (constellation), Vara (day of the week), Yoga and Karana. Together, these five elements are called Panchang Shuddhi.
Once Panchang Shuddhi is confirmed, the Lagna or Ascendant at the exact time of the ceremony is also verified. The most favourable lagnas for a marriage ceremony are Mithuna (Gemini), Kanya (Virgo) and Tula (Libra).
The idea behind all of this is straightforward. When you begin something at a moment where the planetary conditions are supportive, you are working with the natural flow rather than against it. A well-chosen muhurat reduces obstacles and gives the couple’s shared life a stable foundation from the very first ritual.
The 5 Panchang Elements That Make a Muhurat Auspicious
| Factor | What It Checks | Auspicious Options |
| Tithi | Lunar day | Dwitiya, Tritiya, Panchami, Saptami, Ekadashi, Trayodashi |
| Nakshatra | Constellation is active at the ceremony | Rohini, Mrigashira, Magha, Hasta, Swati, Anuradha, Revati and more |
| Vara | Day of the week | Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
| Lagna | Rising sign at the moment of the ceremony | Gemini, Virgo, Libra |
| Chaturmas | Restriction period | Avoid completely, Lord Vishnu is said to be in Yoga Nidra |
Shubh Vivah Muhurat 2026 Month by Month
Not every month in 2026 carries the right energy for marriage. January, August, September and October have no shubh vivah muhurat as per the Hindu Panchang. Here is the full list for every month that does.
January 2026
No auspicious wedding dates this month. Most couples use January to finalise venues, do pre-wedding shoots and get their planning foundation sorted.
February 2026: 12 Auspicious Dates
February is the peak wedding month of 2026. The weather is beautiful, outdoor ceremonies are a dream, and the soft winter light makes everything look better in photographs. There are 12 shubh muhurat this month which is the highest of any month in 2026.
Auspicious dates: 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25, 26
For exact timings and nakshatra details, verify with your local Panchang since muhurat windows vary slightly by city and sunrise time.
March 2026: 9 Auspicious Dates
March is ideal for bright, festive spring weddings. Colour themes, floral-heavy decor and outdoor mandaps all work beautifully this month.
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | Timing |
| Mar 2 | Monday | Magha | — | 05:28 AM onwards |
| Mar 3 | Tuesday | Purva Phalguni / Magha | — | 06:44 AM onwards |
| Mar 4 | Wednesday | Uttara Phalguni | — | 07:39 AM onwards |
| Mar 7 | Saturday | Swati | — | 11:15 AM onwards |
| Mar 8, 9, 11, 12 | Various | — | — | Check local Panchang |
April 2026: 10 Auspicious Dates
April has a great run of muhurat dates, and the weather still holds for most of India. It is one of the better months for destination weddings in Rajasthan before the summer heat peaks.
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | Timing |
| Apr 15 | Wednesday | Uttara Bhadrapada | Trayodashi | 03:22 AM – 10:31 AM |
| Apr 20 | Monday | Mrigashira | Panchami | 04:14 AM – 05:50 AM |
| Apr 26 | Sunday | Magha | — | 05:45 AM – 08:27 PM |
| Apr 27 | Monday | Uttara Phalguni | — | 09:18 PM – 09:36 PM |
| Apr 28 | Tuesday | Uttara Phalguni / Hasta | — | 09:04 PM – 05:42 AM |
| Apr 21, 25, 29 | Various | — | — | Check local Panchang |
May 2026: 8 Auspicious Dates
May is the last full month before the monsoon arrives, and it has 8 solid muhurat dates. Summer mehndi functions, marigold decor and late evening ceremonies all work well in this month.
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Timing |
| May 1 | Friday | Swati | 10:00 AM – 09:13 PM |
| May 3 | Sunday | Anuradha | 07:10 AM – 10:28 PM |
| May 5 | Tuesday | Mula | 07:39 PM – 05:37 AM |
| May 6 | Wednesday | Mula | 05:37 AM – 03:54 PM |
| May 7 | Thursday | Uttara Ashadha | 06:46 PM – 05:35 AM |
| May 8 | Friday | Uttara Ashadha | 05:35 AM – 12:21 PM |
| May 13 | Wednesday | Uttara Bhadrapada / Revati | 08:55 PM – 05:31 AM |
| May 14 | Thursday | Revati | 05:31 AM – 04:59 PM |
June 2026: 9 Auspicious Dates
June marks the closing of the first wedding season before Chaturmas begins. Warm evenings, the first hint of monsoon in the air and a certain intimacy that comes with smaller guest counts make June weddings feel genuinely special.
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Timing |
| Jun 21 | Sunday | Uttara Phalguni | 09:31 AM – 11:21 AM |
| Jun 22 | Monday | Hasta | 10:31 AM – 05:24 AM |
| Jun 23 | Tuesday | Hasta | 05:24 AM – 10:13 AM |
| Jun 24 | Wednesday | Swati | 01:59 PM – 05:25 AM |
| Jun 25 | Thursday | Swati | 05:25 AM – 07:08 AM |
| Jun 26, 27, 29 | Various | — | Check local Panchang |
July 2026: 4 Auspicious Dates
July has only four dates before the season officially pauses. If you want a monsoon wedding, this is your only real window.
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | Timing |
| Jul 1 | Wednesday | Uttara Ashadha | Dwitiya | 06:51 AM – 04:03 PM |
| Jul 6 | Monday | Uttara Bhadrapada | Saptami | 01:43 AM – 06:00 AM |
| Jul 7 | Tuesday | Uttara Bhadrapada | Saptami / Ashtami | 06:01 AM – 02:31 PM |
| Jul 11 | Saturday | — | — | Check local Panchang |
August, September, October 2026: No Muhurat
These three months have no shubh vivah muhurat because of Chaturmas, the four-month period when Lord Vishnu is believed to be in Yoga Nidra or divine sleep. The belief across the Vedic tradition is that when the almighty is resting, no auspicious beginning should be made. This is not just a restriction, it is also considered the most powerful period for spiritual practice, fasting, worship and seva.
Chaturmas is non-negotiable in traditional households, and most pandits will not set a vivah muhurat during this window.
November 2026: 4 Auspicious Dates
The wedding season comes back to life after Dev Uthani Ekadashi 2026, which marks the end of Chaturmas. November has four auspicious dates, and there is always a rush of bookings the moment this window opens.
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Timing |
| Nov 21 | Saturday | Revati | 06:48 AM – 12:08 AM (22nd Nov) |
| Nov 24 | Tuesday | Rohini | 11:25 PM – 06:52 AM (25th Nov) |
| Nov 25 | Wednesday | Rohini / Mrigashira | 06:52 AM – 06:52 AM (26th Nov) |
| Nov 26 | Thursday | Mrigashira | 05:52 AM – 05:47 PM |
December 2026: 8 Auspicious Dates
December closes the year with a strong run of muhurat dates, and the weather in north India is gorgeous for weddings at this time. Palace weddings, garden ceremonies, and rooftop functions all find their best season here.
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Tithi | Timing |
| Dec 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 | Various | — | — | Check local Panchang |
| Dec 11 | Friday | Anuradha | Dashami | 07:30 AM – 09:19 AM |
| Dec 12 | Saturday | Moola | Ekadashi / Dwadashi | 05:47 PM – 07:32 AM |
| Dec 14 | Monday | Uttara Ashadha | Trayodashi | 04:08 PM – 03:42 AM |
Which Months Have the Most Shubh Muhurat in 2026
| Month | Number of Shubh Dates | Season |
| February | 12 | Peak Winter Wedding Season |
| March | 9 | Spring Season |
| April | 10 | Peak Spring Wedding Season |
| May | 8 | Late Spring |
| June | 9 | Early Summer |
| July | 4 | Last window before Chaturmas |
| August to October | 0 | Chaturmas, no muhurat |
| November | 4 | Post Dev Uthani Ekadashi |
| December | 8 | Peak Winter Season |
How to Choose the Right Muhurat for Your Wedding
A shubh muhurat is not one size fits all. The same date can be completely auspicious for one couple and neutral or even unfavourable for another. It all depends on the individual Rashi and Kundali of both the bride and groom.
Before confirming any date from the list above, it is best to consult a qualified astrologer who will match the birth charts, check gun milan, mangal dosha, nadi dosha and chandra bala for both individuals.
As a general guide, here is how different rashis align with the months in 2026:
| Rashi | Best Month 2026 | Favourable Nakshatra |
| Mesh (Aries) | April, November | Mrigashira, Rohini |
| Vrishabh (Taurus) | June, November | Rohini, Hasta |
| Mithun (Gemini) | December | Uttara Phalguni, Swati |
| Karka (Cancer) | February, May | Hasta, Anuradha |
| Simha (Leo) | March, April | Uttara Phalguni, Magha |
| Kanya (Virgo) | February, June | Hasta, Uttara Phalguni |
| Tula (Libra) | April, December | Swati, Anuradha |
| Vrischik (Scorpio) | May, November | Anuradha, Jyeshtha |
| Dhanu (Sagittarius) | February, April | Moola, Mrigashira |
| Makar (Capricorn) | June, December | Uttara Ashadha, Rohini |
| Kumbh (Aquarius) | March, May | Swati, Uttara Bhadrapada |
| Meen (Pisces) | February, June | Revati, Uttara Bhadrapada |
Things to Avoid When Fixing a Marriage Date in 2026
Getting the right date matters, but so does knowing what to steer clear of. Here is what most pandits and astrologers will flag:
Chaturmas, from roughly August through October, is the most firm restriction. No traditional pandit will set a vivah muhurat during this window.
Certain tithis carry natural obstacles for new beginnings. These include Chaturthi (4th), Ashtami (8th), Navami (9th), Chaturdashi (14th) and Amavasya or New Moon.
Most Panchang traditions also flag Tuesday as an unfavourable day for marriage. It is ruled by Mars and carries an energy that does not support new unions in the way Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday do.
If either partner has a mangal dosha in their chart, date selection needs extra care and should factor in specific remedial Nakshatras and Tithis. This is not something to shortcut.
One thing worth saying directly: choosing a date purely because the venue is available that weekend or because it fits the budget defeats the whole purpose of a muhurat. The point of the muhurat is to let cosmic timing support the effort you are putting in. Reversing that logic cancels the benefit out.
Conclusion
There are 59 shubh vivah muhurat in 2026, but the dates are spread unevenly, and they move fast once the wedding season opens up. February, April and June carry the heaviest load of auspicious dates. The entire August to October window is completely closed.
A shubh muhurat does not promise a perfect marriage. No date on the Panchang does that. What it gives you is alignment, a moment where the planetary energies are working for the couple rather than neutral or against them. The love, the patience and the partnership that make a marriage work, that part is still yours to build.
Plan early, verify your personal chart and when the date arrives, begin with full intention.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to Jyotish calculations, 2026 has approximately 59 shubh muhurat spread across February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December.
January, August, September and October have no auspicious wedding dates. August through October are blocked because of Chaturmas, and January simply has no favourable Panchang combination this year.
February has the most with 12 auspicious dates, making it the peak wedding month of the year.
A Tithi is one of the 30 lunar days in a month, representing a phase of the Moon. A muhurat is the precise auspicious time window within a favourable tithi, further refined by nakshatra, vara (weekday), yoga and lagna.
Rohini, Mrigashira, Uttara Ashadha, Magha, Hasta, Swati, Moola, Anuradha, Uttara Bhadrapada, Uttara Phalguni and Revati are all considered auspicious nakshatras for vivah under Vedic tradition.
Tuesday is ruled by Mars, which is generally considered inauspicious for new unions in most Hindu Panchang traditions. Most astrologers advise avoiding it for the main marriage ceremony.
Chaturmas is the period when Lord Vishnu is believed to be in Yoga Nidra (cosmic sleep). During this time, auspicious rites including marriages, griha pravesh, and new beginnings are traditionally suspended in Vedic practice.