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Rahu kaal: what it is and what it is not
An inauspicious window, not a curse. Calculated from your sunrise.
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Horovista editorialReviewed by Aakash Verma · 23 Oct 2026
How it is calculated
Daylight — from local sunrise to sunset — is divided into eight equal parts. One part each weekday belongs to Rahu: the 8th on Sunday, 2nd on Monday, 7th on Tuesday, 5th on Wednesday, 6th on Thursday, 4th on Friday and 3rd on Saturday.
Why it differs by city
Because it depends on sunrise and sunset, Rahu kaal shifts with your location and the season. Always check it for your own city.
How to use it
Tradition advises against beginning important new ventures in this window. Routine work continues as normal. Treat it as a gentle scheduling guide, not a source of worry.
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