Your today's Panchang for Ujjain, India on Monday, August 3, 2020 shows Purnima in Shukla Paksha and with Moon in Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra. Good for completing pending work
Today's Panchang
- Tithi: Shukla Paksha Purnima (ends at 9:28 PM)
- Nakshatra: Uttara Ashadha (ends at 7:18 AM)
- Yoga: Preeti
- Karana: Vishti
- Sunrise: 5:58 AM
- Sunset: 7:07 PM
What Today's Panchang Indicates
Purnima Tithi is falling on Uttara Ashadha nakshatra creates unique energy. This day brings completion, fulfillment, and peak lunar energy., with Sun's illuminating completion. supporting harvest of efforts. When the Moon is in Uttara Ashadha, the day brings lasting achievement and universal support.
Favorable Activities Today
- Meditation and spiritual practices
- Worship of Moon god
- Completing major projects
- Charity and giving
- Fasting and vrat
- Satyanarayan puja
What to Be Mindful Of
- Avoid starting new ventures
- Not ideal for aggressive actions
- Refrain from excessive emotional reactions
- Avoid incomplete actions or half-finished work
Today's Tithi – Purnima (पूर्णिमा)
Deity
Chandra (चन्द्र)
Nature
completion • completion
Meaning & Significance
Purnima is the full moon day, when lunar energy reaches its peak. The Moon god Chandra rules this highly auspicious day. It's powerful for completion, meditation, and spiritual practices.
Special Observances
- Guru Purnima (honoring teachers)
- Buddha Purnima (Buddha's birth)
- Sharad Purnima (most beautiful full moon)
- Kartik Purnima
Cultural Context
Each Purnima has special significance depending on the month. Guru Purnima, Buddha Purnima, and Sharad Purnima are major festivals. Satyanarayan puja is commonly performed on all Purnima days.
Today's Nakshatra – Uttara Ashadha
Deity
Vishvadevas (Universal Gods)
Symbol
Elephant tusk, Planks of bed
Quality
Soft/Tender (Mridu)
Your Today's Energy
When the Moon is in Uttara Ashadha, the day brings lasting achievement and universal support. This nakshatra activates the power to complete what you have started and receive blessings. The atmosphere feels stable, supportive, and focused on final success and righteousness. People experience the cosmic backing to accomplish their deepest goals with lasting impact.
How would the day feel for you
The day feels stable, blessed, and focused on lasting achievement. The desire to complete and establish permanence is strong. There is an underlying sense of universal support and cosmic backing for righteous action. People experience both the Sun's illuminating power and the grace of universal gods.
Muhurta Perspective for you
Uttara Ashadha is a Fixed (Dhruva) nakshatra ruled by the Sun and blessed by Vishvadevas. Powerful for achieving lasting success and receiving universal support. Good for any work requiring completion, solidification, and achieving final victory with righteousness. The fixed quality means stability, permanence, and the establishment of what endures.
Today's Yoga and Karana
Today's Yoga is Preeti, active until 6:37 AM. Yoga comes from the combined position of the Sun and Moon. There are 27 Yogas, and they affect how auspicious different time periods are.
The current Karana is Vishti, which lasts until 9:25 AM. Karana is half of a Tithi. It's important for timing business deals, travel, and daily tasks. There are 11 types of Karanas, each suitable for different activities.
Sun and Moon Timings for Ujjain
In Ujjain today, sunrise is at 5:58 AM and sunset is at 7:07 PM. Moonrise is at 7:07 PM and moonset is at 6:22 AM.
These timings matter because they determine all the Panchang calculations. Hindu tradition divides the day between sunrise and sunset into different Muhurtas (time periods), each good for specific activities. Brahma Muhurta, about 96 minutes before sunrise, is especially good for meditation and spiritual practice.
Zodiac Positions
The Sun is in Karka (Rashi) and the Moon is in Makara. Right now we're in the Dakshinayana period. The current season (Ritu) is Grishma Ritu, which affects health practices and religious observances.
Hindu Calendar Dates
In the traditional Hindu calendar, today is:
- Vikram Samvat: Vikram Samvat 2077
- Shaka Samvat: Shaka Samvat 1942
- Purnimanta Month: 30, Shravana
- Amanta Month: 15, Shravana
These calendar systems are still used across India to decide festival dates and auspicious occasions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is today auspicious for important work?
Yes, Purnima Tithi is generally auspicious. Uttara Ashadha is a Fixed (Dhruva) nakshatra ruled by the Sun and blessed by Vishvadevas. It's particularly good for meditation and spiritual practices.
Is Purnima good for marriage?
Purnima Tithi is not specifically highlighted for marriage. It's better suited for meditation and spiritual practices.
What spiritual practices are good on Purnima?
Purnima is not primarily a fasting day, though spiritual practices are always beneficial. Focus on meditation and spiritual practices.
What is the significance of Purnima?
Purnima is the 15th day of Shukla Paksha. It's ruled by Chandra. Purnima is the full moon day, when lunar energy reaches its peak.
Is there anything to be careful about today?
On Purnima Tithi, avoid starting new ventures. Also, not ideal for aggressive actions.
Why Location Matters for Panchang
We calculated this Panchang specifically for Ujjain using your exact coordinates and timezone. This matters because sunrise and sunset times change based on where you are. A Panchang for Delhi won't give accurate timings for Mumbai or New York.
Using the wrong location can cause errors of several minutes to hours. This makes the auspicious timings wrong. Location-specific calculations ensure the timings match the actual astronomical events at your place.
How to Use This Information
Use the Panchang to time your important activities. Different times of day have different qualities according to Vedic tradition. Check the Panchang before starting new ventures, doing spiritual practices, or making big decisions.
The five elements (Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, and Vara) together show the nature of each day. This system has been used for thousands of years and continues to guide millions of people in their daily lives.
About this Panchang: This daily Panchang is calculated using traditional Vedic astrology methods with location-specific astronomical data. The interpretations combine classical texts with practical guidance for modern life. While we strive for accuracy, always consult a qualified astrologer for important decisions.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
