Panchang for Tuesday, May 5th, 2026, in Los Angeles, USA

General Overview May 5, 2026, falls on a Tuesday, known as Mangalwar in the Hindu calendar. The day is observed under the Vikram Samvat 2083 (Siddharthi year) and the Shaka Samvat 1948 (Parabhava year). The lunar month is identified as Jyeshta according to the Purnimanta tradition and Vaisakha according to the Amanta tradition. The Sun is currently positioned in Mesha (Aries), while the Moon travels through Dhanu (Sagittarius). The season is marked as Grishma (Summer) in the Drik Ritu system, though the Vedic Ritu still acknowledges Vasant (Spring). The Ayana is Uttarayan.

Tithi and Nakshatra The Tithi for the day transitions during the evening. Krishna Paksha Chaturthi begins at 04:54 PM on May 4 and extends until 07:21 PM on May 5. At 07:21 PM, Krishna Paksha Panchami commences and continues until 09:44 PM on May 6. The Nakshatra begins in Moola, running from 12:24 AM on May 5 until 03:23 AM on May 6. At 03:23 AM, the Moon enters Purva Ashadha, which continues until 06:15 AM on May 7. The Karana shifts from Bava, active from 04:54 PM on May 4 to 06:08 AM on May 5, to Balava from 06:08 AM to 07:21 PM on May 5, and finally Kaulava from 07:21 PM on May 5 to 08:34 AM on May 6.

Yoga and Karana Details The Yoga for the day starts with Siva, which runs from 10:49 AM on May 4 until 11:46 AM on May 5. Following this, Siddha Yoga commences at 11:46 AM on May 5 and continues until 12:41 PM on May 6. The Anandadi Yoga indicates Chhatra up to 03:23 AM, after which Mitra takes effect. The Chandrashtama for the day affects those born under the last 3 padams of Krithika, Rohini, and the first 2 padams of Mrigashirsha. Additionally, the Gandamool Nakshatra period is active from 12:24 AM on May 5 to 03:23 AM on May 6 (Moola).

Auspicious and Inauspicious Timings For those planning important activities, the Brahma Muhurat is available early in the morning from 04:26 AM to 05:14 AM. The most favorable time for significant undertakings is the Abhijit Muhurat, occurring from 12:22 PM to 01:16 PM. The Amrit Kaal is observed from 08:16 PM to 10:04 PM. Conversely, several inauspicious periods should be avoided: Rahu Kalam is from 04:12 PM to 05:53 PM, Yamaganda from 09:26 AM to 11:08 AM, and Gulika from 12:49 PM to 02:31 PM. There are also two Dur Muhurat windows, one from 08:46 AM to 09:40 AM and another late at night from 11:46 PM to 12:28 AM. The Varjyam periods are observed from 09:24 AM to 11:12 AM and from 01:35 AM to 03:23 AM.

Solar and Lunar Movements Note: The sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and moonset timings below are based on the provided data and may need adjustment for Los Angeles Pacific Time Zone. The Sun rises at 06:03 AM and sets at 07:35 PM. The Moon rises at 11:45 PM on May 5 and sets at 09:20 AM on May 6. The Saka Year in the National Calendar is recorded as Vaisakha 15, 1948. This alignment of celestial bodies creates a specific energetic profile for the day, guiding devotees on the most suitable times for worship, travel, and new beginnings.

Important Note: The astronomical timings (sunrise, sunset, moonrise, moonset) in this Panchang are based on the provided data which appears to be calculated for a different geographic location. For accurate Los Angeles timings, please consult a local Panchang calculator or adjust for the Pacific Time Zone difference. The Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, and Karana timings are generally universal but may vary slightly based on longitude.

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