நட்சத்திரம் · Janma Nakshatra
Monday, 15 June 2026
Mrigashira
மிருகசீரிஷம்
⏱ Ends: 7:08 PM Pada: 2 Lord: Mangal Gana: Deva (தேவ கணம்) Deity: Chandra 📍 Chennai, India
Birth time matters! Nakshatra changes at 7:08 PM.
If born after 7:08 PM, the birth star is Ardra.
Select birth hour above for an exact result.
Next Nakshatra: Ardra starts at 7:08 PM
🌅 Sunrise: 5:43 AM
What is a Nakshatra?
A Nakshatra (நட்சத்திரம்) is a lunar mansion — one of 27 equal segments of the sky through which the Moon travels in its monthly orbit. Each Nakshatra spans 13°20' of the 360° zodiac. The Moon spends approximately one day in each Nakshatra.
In Tamil/Vedic astrology, the Nakshatra the Moon occupies at the time of birth is called the Janma Nakshatra (birth star). It is the most important factor in Tamil astrology, used for naming children, marriage compatibility (Jathaka Porutham), and religious observances.
Each Nakshatra has 4 Padas (quarters). The Nakshatra and Pada together determine the first syllable of a child's name in traditional Tamil families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Nakshatra on 15 June 2026?
The birth Nakshatra on 15 June 2026 for Chennai, India is Mrigashira (மிருகசீரிஷம்), Pada 2. It is ruled by Mangal and the presiding deity is Chandra.
Why does birth time matter for Nakshatra?
The Moon moves through a Nakshatra in about one day (27.3 hours on average). Nakshatras transition at a specific local time. A person born before the transition has a different birth star than one born after. This is why your exact birth time gives a more precise Janma Nakshatra result.
How many Nakshatras are there?
There are 27 Nakshatras (lunar mansions) in Vedic astrology. Some traditions include a 28th Nakshatra called Abhijit, which spans a small segment of the sky. The Moon transits through all 27 Nakshatras in approximately 27.3 days.
Which Nakshatras are auspicious for Tamil weddings?
The 13 auspicious Nakshatras for Tamil weddings are: Rohini, Mrigashira, Magha, Uttara Phalguni, Hasta, Chitra, Swati, Anuradha, Mula, Uttara Ashadha, Shravana, Uttara Bhadrapada, and Revati.