Rahu Kaal Today
A 90-minute window each day when Rahu's shadow is heaviest. Tradition advises against starting anything important during these minutes.
Today is Friday
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Approximate window — actual timing depends on local sunrise and sunset. Avoid starting new tasks during this period.
Rahu Kaal by Weekday
Sunday
Lord • Sun
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Monday
Lord • Moon
7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Tuesday
Lord • Mars
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday
Lord • Mercury
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Thursday
Lord • Jupiter
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Friday
Lord • Venus
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday
Lord • Saturn
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Calculated by dividing daylight (sunrise to sunset) into 8 equal parts. Each weekday assigns Rahu Kaal to a different part.
What to Avoid During Rahu Kaal
- Starting a new business or signing contracts
- Travelling to begin an important journey
- Marriage, engagement or any auspicious ceremony
- Buying gold, vehicles or property
- Beginning new financial investments
Routine activities — eating, working, studying — are unaffected. The caution applies specifically to beginnings.