நட்சத்திரம் · Janma Nakshatra
Friday, 01 May 2026
Swati
சுவாதி
⏱ Ends: 4:35 AM, May 02 Pada: 1 Lord: Rahu Gana: Deva (தேவ கணம்) Deity: Vayu 📍 Chennai, India
Birth time matters! Nakshatra changes at 4:35 AM, May 02.
If born after 4:35 AM, May 02, the birth star is Vishakha.
Select birth hour above for an exact result.
Next Nakshatra: Vishakha starts at 4:35 AM, May 02
🌅 Sunrise: 5:49 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 01 May 2026?
The birth Nakshatra on 01 May 2026 for Chennai, India is Swati (சுவாதி), Pada 1. It is ruled by Rahu and the presiding deity is Vayu.
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.