Sawan Amavasya Date 2026: Information on Timing and Auspicious Moments for Donations and Bathing Amidst Solar Eclipse

Shivaratri will be celebrated in the month of Sawan on August 11. On this day, followers of Lord Shankara will perform the ritual of Jalabhishek (bathing sacred places) with complete devotion. Pilgrims participating in the Kawand Yatra will also pour water on the Shivling on the same day.

The day after Shivaratri, which is August 12, will see the second and final solar eclipse of the year. During the eclipse period and Sutakala (period of prohibition), worshiping and touching images of deities is forbidden. Therefore, it is crucial to know the exact times of these periods.

The festival of Sawan Shivaratri is observed on the day of the Fourth Moon of Sawan. According to the Hindu Panchang, the date of the Fourth Moon will last from 04:54 AM on August 11 until 01:52 AM on August 12. Because of this, holding the main Shivaratri festival on August 11 seems more appropriate.

The second and final solar eclipse of the year is scheduled for August 12, from 21:04 PM to 01:27 AM. The peak of this eclipse, known as the total solar eclipse, will fall between 22:28 and 00:04. This eclipse will occur on the day of Amavasya (new moon) in the Red Crescent month of Sawan.

As for India, the solar eclipse on August 12 will not be visible within the country's territory, so Sutakala will not be in effect here either. Thus, devotees in the country can continue their religious rituals as usual. Restrictions related to the eclipse will only apply in areas where it is visible. There is no need to worry about the eclipse or Sutakala during Mahashivaratri; one can worship Bollenata and bathe the Shivling with water, Belapatra, and Panchamrit with full devotion.

This last solar eclipse of 2026 will be observed in the Atlantic Ocean, the Arctic region, Greenland, Iceland, and Northern Spain. Additionally, it will be partially visible in many European countries, including France, the United Kingdom, and Italy.

Auspicious times for bathing the Shivling include Brahma Muhurta (from 05:23 to 06:00 AM), Abhijit Muhurta (from 12:06 to 12:58 PM), and Goduli Muhurta (from 09:13 to 09:32 PM).

Worship Time During Four Prakaras on Sawan Shivaratri

First Prakara: from 19:04 PM to 21:45 PM. Second Prakara: from 21:45 PM to 00:26 AM. Third Prakara: from 00:26 AM to 03:07 AM. Fourth Prakara: from 03:07 AM to 05:49 AM.

According to astrologers' forecasts, a solar eclipse will occur on August 12th, which will not be visible in India, and its sautaka period will not be considered valid. Astrologer Dr. Arunesh Kumar Sharma reported that this solar eclipse will happen in the Cancer sign, but its influence may be felt by representatives of other signs as well.

Currently, Ketu is in the Leo sign, so it is crucial to understand what impact this solar eclipse will have on people of this sign.

Pandit Arunesh Kumar Sharma stated that the second solar eclipse of the year signals potential financial loss for people born under the Leo sign. Residents of this sign should make any financial decisions with extreme caution. For those in business, this period may prove particularly difficult, as they face significant losses in trade. Therefore, large investments should not be made during this time, and the future path should only be determined after consulting advisors.

People employed at work may also face difficulties due to this solar eclipse. Their income may suffer, and saving money will become a very difficult task for them. Controlling expenses can become a serious test. Therefore, it is recommended to create a budget and avoid spending based on others' examples. Anxiety will often arise during this period, and one should not consider changing jobs, as this could lead to future losses.

This solar eclipse can affect a person's self-esteem, personality, and life. A decrease in self-confidence can lead to problems on the career front. Nevertheless, this experience will provide an opportunity to better understand oneself and become more conscious. One should avoid hasty reactions or attempts to control all circumstances. Furthermore, the person will constantly worry about how they are perceived by others. However, it is better to focus on planning the future rather than paying attention to others. This difficulty will become a serious life test for them; if they overcome it, their future path will begin to become easier on its own.

True strength comes from inner understanding and self-knowledge. It is necessary to deeply study oneself, create a budget, and try to save money. People of the Leo sign should perform an offering to the Sun daily from a copper pot in the morning and repeat the mantra 'Om Suryaya Namah.'