| Gulika Kalam | 13:49 – 15:24 |
| Yama Gandam | 10:38 – 12:14 |
| Sunrise | 05:52 |
| Sunset | 18:35 |
Approximate Rahu Kalam timings (based on 6:00 AM sunrise). Actual times vary by city and season.
| Day | Period | Approximate Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 8th part of day | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Monday (Today) | 2nd part of day | 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM |
| Tuesday | 7th part of day | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5th part of day | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6th part of day | 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 4th part of day | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Saturday | 3rd part of day | 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
Rahu Kalam is a daily inauspicious period associated with the shadow planet Rahu. It is calculated by dividing the total daytime (sunrise to sunset) into eight equal parts. The position of Rahu Kalam shifts each day following a fixed cycle.
The mnemonic for remembering the order is: Mother Saw Father Wearing The Turban on Sunday (Monday-7:30, Saturday-9:00, Friday-10:30, Wednesday-12:00, Thursday-1:30, Tuesday-3:00, Sunday-4:30).
During Rahu Kalam, it is traditionally advised to avoid starting new ventures, signing important documents, or beginning journeys. However, ongoing activities may continue without concern.