According to Vedic astrology, Rahu is an inauspicious planet. During the transition of planets, the time under the influence of Rahu should be avoided for any auspicious work. Doing Puja, Hawan, or Yagya to propitiate auspicious planets during this time is interfered by Rahu due to its malefic nature. If one does Puja, Hawan, or Yagya during Rahu Kaal, desired results are not achieved. Hence, it is important to consider Rahu Kaal before starting any new work. By doing so, the possibility of achieving desired results is increased.

However, any work related to Rahu gives good results during this period. Hawan, Yagya, etc. to propitiate Rahu can be done during this time.

People, especially in South India, give utmost importance to Rahu Kaal. Auspicious activities like marriage rituals, engagement, Graha Pravesh, any purchase of stocks, shares, gold, home, car, and starting new business or trade are avoided during this time. Rahu Kaal is considered only for undertaking any new work, and already started work can be continued during Rahu Kaal.

Rahu Kaal, which is also spelled as Rahu Kala, Rahu Kal, Rahu Kalam, and Rahu Kalaam, is a certain amount of time every day which lasts approximately for one and a half hours. Rahu Kaal is one of the eight segments of the day between sunrise and sunset. Eight segments of the day are calculated by taking the total time between sunrise and sunset at a given place and then dividing this time duration by eight.

During Rahu Kaal, it is advisable to avoid starting new ventures or important activities. Here are specific activities that should be avoided:

• Starting new business ventures or trade
• Marriage rituals and engagement ceremonies
• Graha Pravesh (housewarming ceremonies)
• Purchase of stocks, shares, gold, home, or car
• Starting new projects or important work
• Performing Puja, Hawan, or Yagya for auspicious planets
• Signing important contracts or agreements

While Rahu Kaal is generally inauspicious for starting new work, certain activities can be performed during this time:

• Work related to Rahu (performing rituals to propitiate Rahu)
• Continuing work that has already been started
• Routine daily activities that don't involve starting something new
• Activities that are specifically meant to be done during Rahu Kaal

Rahu Kaal timings vary significantly based on your geographic location. This is because Rahu Kaal is calculated based on the time between sunrise and sunset, which differs for each location depending on latitude, longitude, and timezone. For example, Rahu Kaal in Mumbai will be different from Rahu Kaal in Delhi or New York.

Muhuratam provides the most accurate, location-specific Rahu Kaal calculations for cities across India and worldwide. Our astronomical calculations account for your exact geographic coordinates and timezone, ensuring precise timing for avoiding inauspicious activities. This accuracy is crucial for making important decisions and planning auspicious events.