Rahu Kaal Today
View the traditional Rahukala period for your selected date and location.
Thursday, 8 October 2026
Thursday
Today's Rahukala
Thursday · Traditional daytime period
Rahukala Starts
1:29 pm
Rahukala Ends
2:58 pm
Duration
1h 28m
Traditionally, Rahukala is avoided for starting auspicious activities. The interpretation is based on Hindu astrological tradition.
About Rahukala
Rahukala, also known as Rahu Kalam, is a daily period in Hindu astrology traditionally associated with Rahu. The daytime between local sunrise and sunset is divided into eight equal parts. One part is designated as Rahukala according to the weekday.
Location-Based Timing
Rahukala timing depends on the selected location's sunrise and sunset. Different locations can have different timings on the same date.
Weekday-Based Segment
The segment assigned to Rahukala changes with the weekday. The selected day's segment is shown in the schedule above.
| Weekday | Rahukala Segment |
|---|---|
| Sunday | Segment 8 |
| Monday | Segment 2 |
| Tuesday | Segment 7 |
| Wednesday | Segment 5 |
| Thursday | Segment 6 |
| Friday | Segment 4 |
| Saturday | Segment 3 |
Rahukala timings and their interpretation follow a traditional weekday-based method. Regional Panchangams and calculation conventions may differ. These traditional interpretations are not guarantees of outcomes.