ராகு காலம் இன்று – Rahu Kalam Today
01 May 2026 · Friday
10:31 AM – 12:06 PM
Chennai (IST) · Drik (Thirukanitham) calculation
What to avoid during Rahu Kalam
During Rahu Kalam, avoid starting: new business ventures, house construction, signing contracts, travel for important purposes, weddings, or any new auspicious activity. Rahu Kalam is calculated based on actual sunrise time for Chennai using Drik (Thirukanitham) methodology.
ராகு காலம் – All Days of the Week
| Day | Approx. Rahu Kalam | Slot |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday (ஞாயிறு) | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | 8/8 |
| Monday (திங்கள்) | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM | 2/8 |
| Tuesday (செவ்வாய்) | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | 7/8 |
| Wednesday (புதன்) | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | 5/8 |
| Thursday (வியாழன்) | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | 6/8 |
| Friday (வெள்ளி) | 10:31 AM – 12:06 PM | 4/8 |
| Saturday (சனி) | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | 3/8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rahu Kalam today (01 May 2026)?
Rahu Kalam today (Friday, 01 May 2026) is 10:31 AM – 12:06 PM (Chennai / IST, Drik calculation). Avoid starting new activities during this period.
How does Thirukanitham calculate Rahu Kalam differently?
Thirukanitham (Drik) uses the actual astronomical sunrise and sunset times for the specific location and date, making it more precise than the traditional Vakya method which uses fixed approximations.