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Purnima & Amavasya 2026: All Dates & Significance
July 18, 2026
The complete Purnima and Amavasya 2026 dates form the backbone of the Hindu lunar calendar. Purnima (the full moon) and Amavasya (the new moon) mark the two most spiritually charged tithis of every lunar month — days of fasting, worship, meditation, charity and ancestral rites. Because 2026 contains an Adhik Maas (Adhik Jyeshtha), the year has an extra Purnima, giving 13 full moon days. Below is the full-year list of Purnima and Amavasya 2026 dates.
Purnima 2026 Dates — Full Moon Days
Here are all the Purnima 2026 dates. Tithi timings vary by location, so please confirm the exact muhurat and moonrise with a current panchang for your city.
| Purnima | Date 2026 |
|---|---|
| Paush Purnima | 3 January 2026 |
| Magha Purnima | 1 February 2026 |
| Phalguna Purnima (Holika) | 3 March 2026 |
| Chaitra Purnima (Hanuman Jayanti) | 2 April 2026 |
| Vaishakha Purnima (Buddha Purnima) | 1 May 2026 |
| Adhik Jyeshtha Purnima (Purushottam) | 31 May 2026 |
| Jyeshtha Purnima (Vat Purnima) | 29 June 2026 |
| Ashadha Purnima (Guru Purnima) | 29 July 2026 |
| Shravana Purnima (Raksha Bandhan) | 28 August 2026 |
| Bhadrapada Purnima | 26 September 2026 |
| Ashwin Purnima (Sharad Purnima) | 26 October 2026 |
| Kartik Purnima (Dev Deepawali) | 24 November 2026 |
| Margashirsha Purnima | 23 December 2026 |
Amavasya 2026 Dates — New Moon Days
Here are all the Amavasya 2026 dates, the new moon days ideal for ancestral rites, meditation and specific vratas.
| Amavasya | Date 2026 |
|---|---|
| Magha Amavasya (Mauni Amavasya) | 18 January 2026 |
| Phalguna Amavasya | 17 February 2026 |
| Chaitra Amavasya | 18 March 2026 |
| Vaishakha Amavasya | 17 April 2026 |
| Jyeshtha Amavasya (Shani Jayanti / Vat Savitri) | 16 May 2026 |
| Adhik Jyeshtha Amavasya | 15 June 2026 |
| Ashadha Amavasya | 14 July 2026 |
| Shravana Amavasya (Hariyali) | 12 August 2026 |
| Bhadrapada Amavasya | 10 September 2026 |
| Ashwin Amavasya (Sarva Pitru / Diwali) | 10 October 2026 |
| Kartik Amavasya | 9 November 2026 |
| Margashirsha Amavasya | 9 December 2026 |
Please treat the December Amavasya and any borderline tithi dates as approximate and confirm with an updated panchang, as timings can vary by region.
Significance of Purnima and Amavasya
Understanding the Purnima and Amavasya 2026 dates helps devotees align their worship with the moon’s cycle. Purnima, the full moon, is considered auspicious for Satyanarayan Puja, fasting, holy baths, charity and moon worship; many important festivals such as Guru Purnima, Raksha Bandhan, Buddha Purnima and Sharad Purnima fall on full moon days. Amavasya, the new moon, is significant for honouring ancestors through tarpan and shraddh, for meditation, and for specific observances such as Mauni Amavasya and Diwali (on Kartik Amavasya).
The full moon is also linked to the sacred number 108, used in japa and mala counting; explore the deeper meaning in our article on the significance of the number 108 in Hinduism.
Purnima & Amavasya Vrat Vidhi
| Step | Ritual |
|---|---|
| 1 | Wake early, take a holy bath and wear clean clothes |
| 2 | On Purnima, worship Lord Vishnu/Satyanarayan or the deity of the festival; on Amavasya, honour ancestors |
| 3 | Light a diya, offer flowers, fruits and prasad with a clean pooja thali |
| 4 | Observe the vrat, recite the relevant katha or mantras, and perform charity (daan) |
| 5 | On Amavasya, offer tarpan/water to the pitrs where applicable |
A well-arranged pooja thali makes these lunar-day rituals seamless. For the full year of festivals and observances, refer to our Hindu festival calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Purnimas are there in 2026?
There are 13 Purnima (full moon) days in 2026 because of the Adhik Maas (Adhik Jyeshtha), which adds an extra full moon on 31 May 2026.
When is Mauni Amavasya in 2026?
Mauni Amavasya, the Magha new moon known for silent meditation and holy dips, falls on 18 January 2026.
Which Amavasya is Diwali in 2026?
Diwali is celebrated on the Kartik (Ashwin) Amavasya. In 2026, the Amavasya tithi for Diwali corresponds to 10 November; confirm the exact Lakshmi Puja muhurat with a current panchang.
What is the significance of Purnima?
Purnima is auspicious for Satyanarayan Puja, fasting, holy baths and charity, and hosts festivals like Guru Purnima, Buddha Purnima and Raksha Bandhan.
Why is Amavasya important for ancestors?
The new moon is traditionally observed for tarpan and shraddh; Sarva Pitru Amavasya especially is dedicated to honouring departed ancestors.
Align your worship with every Purnima and Amavasya of 2026. Explore our handcrafted Pooja Thali collection to prepare a complete, sacred setup for your full moon and new moon rituals throughout the year.
