Nakshatra for Ujjain on Sunday, March 8, 2026 - Swati
Today's Nakshatra
Swati
Symbol: Young shoot swaying in wind
Element: Air
Begins
4:45 PM
Sat, Mar 7
Ends
7:01 PM
Sun, Mar 8
Next Nakshatra
Vishakha
Begins at Sun, Mar 8 7:01 PM
✨Daily Influence of Swati
When the Moon is in Swati, the day brings independence and movement. This nakshatra carries the quality of wind - free, changeable, and dispersing. The energy supports flexibility, trade, and individual freedom. People feel more independent and ready for change.
The day feels free, flexible, and independent. People want space and autonomy. Restlessness may arise but so does adaptability. There's openness to change and new possibilities.
Favorable Activities
- ✓Business and trade
- ✓Travel and movement
- ✓Independence-seeking activities
- ✓Learning new things
- ✓Social activities
- ✓Communication and networking
- ✓Flexible planning
- ✓Trying new approaches
Caution Areas
- ⚠Avoid rigid commitments
- ⚠Not ideal for activities needing stability
- ⚠Refrain from forcing permanence
- ⚠Be careful of scattered energy
Spiritual Essence of Swati
Vayu, the wind god, blesses you with freedom, movement, and the ability to go with the flow while maintaining your balance. Your soul carries the energy of independence and adaptability, combined with an understanding of balance and harmony. Like the young shoot that bends without breaking, you have resilience and flexibility.
Quick Facts
Deity
Vayu (Wind God)
Ruler
Rahu
Symbol
Young shoot swaying in wind
Element
Air
Quality
Moving (Chara)
Range
6°40' - 20°00' Libra
What is a Nakshatra?
Nakshatra is one of the five essential elements of the Hindu Panchang, alongside Tithi, Yoga, Vara, and Karana. The word Nakshatra comes from Sanskrit — "Naksha" (map) + "Tara" (star) . The Moon transits through all 27 Nakshatras in approximately 27.3 days (one sidereal month), spending roughly one day in each.
In Vedic astrology, the Nakshatra in which the Moon is placed at the time of birth (called Janma Nakshatra or birth star) profoundly influences a person's personality, nature, and life path. Each Nakshatra spans 13°20' of the zodiac and is associated with a ruling deity, a planetary lord, a symbol, and specific qualities that color every day the Moon transits through it.
🌙 Lunar Mansions
The 27 Nakshatras divide the zodiac into equal lunar mansions, each spanning 13°20'. They form the backbone of Vedic muhurta (electional astrology) and are essential for selecting auspicious timing for important events.
⭐ Daily Significance
The Nakshatra active on any given day influences the energy, activities, and auspiciousness of that day. Knowing the current Nakshatra helps in planning ceremonies, travel, business dealings, and spiritual practices.
All 27 Nakshatras
The Moon transits through each of the 27 Nakshatras in sequence. Click any Nakshatra to learn about its significance.
| No. | Nakshatra | Ruler |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashwini | Ketu |
| 2 | Bharani | Venus |
| 3 | Krittika | Sun |
| 4 | Rohini | Moon |
| 5 | Mrigashira | Mars |
| 6 | Ardra | Rahu |
| 7 | Punarvasu | Jupiter |
| 8 | Pushya | Saturn |
| 9 | Ashlesha | Mercury |
| 10 | Magha | Ketu |
| 11 | Purva Phalguni | Venus |
| 12 | Uttara Phalguni | Sun |
| 13 | Hasta | Moon |
| 14 | Chitra | Mars |
| 15 | Swatitoday | Rahu |
| 16 | Vishakha | Jupiter |
| 17 | Anuradha | Saturn |
| 18 | Jyeshtha | Mercury |
| 19 | Mula | Ketu |
| 20 | Purva Ashadha | Venus |
| 21 | Uttara Ashadha | Sun |
| 22 | Shravana | Moon |
| 23 | Dhanishta | Mars |
| 24 | Shatabhisha | Rahu |
| 25 | Purva Bhadrapada | Jupiter |
| 26 | Uttara Bhadrapada | Saturn |
| 27 | Revati | Mercury |
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About Swati
Deep dive — deity, mythology, characteristics
Shubh Muhurat
Auspicious timings based on today's nakshatra
Calculation Methodology
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