Certain dates in the Hindu calendar carry an energy people do not easily ignore, and May 16, 2026, is one of them. Falling on the Amavasya tithi of Krishna Paksha, this Saturday becomes spiritually significant because it brings together three major observances on the same day: Vat Savitri Vrat, Shani Jayanti, and the New Moon. For devotees across India and followers of Vedic traditions globally, the day holds deep emotional, religious, and astrological importance.
The Panchang for May 16, 2026, also reflects a rare combination of timings, yogas, and lunar transitions that make the day ideal for spiritual practices, prayers, charity, and ancestral rituals.
Panchang Details for May 16, 2026
Sunrise on the day is at 5:49 AM, while sunset takes place at 6:57 PM. The Moon rises at 4:52 AM and sets at 6:42 PM.
The day falls under Vikram Samvat 2083 and Shaka Samvat 1948. According to the lunar calendar, it marks Krishna Paksha Amavasya, which remains active from May 16 at 5:11 AM until May 17 at 1:30 AM.
The Nakshatra begins with Bharani until 5:30 PM and then shifts into Krittika. Meanwhile, the Moon transits through Aries before moving into Taurus later at night, creating noticeable astrological changes in emotional balance and decision-making patterns.
- Sunrise: 5:49 AM
- Sunset: 6:57 PM
- Moonrise: 4:52 AM
- Moonset: 6:42 PM
- Ayan: Uttarayan
- Drik Season: Summer
- Vedic Season: Spring
- Sun Sign: Taurus
- Lunar Month: Amavasya Baishakh
- Purnimant Month: Jyeshtha
- Shaka Samvat: 1948
- Vikram Samvat: 2083
Auspicious Timings on May 16, 2026
For those planning prayers, rituals, meditation, or important spiritual activities, the Panchang highlights several auspicious periods during the day.
Key Auspicious Timings
- Brahma Muhurta: 4:12 AM to 5:00 AM
- Abhijit Muhurta: 11:56 AM to 12:49 PM
- Amrit Kaal: 1:15 PM to 2:40 PM
- Shobhan Yoga: Begins at 10:25 AM
The day also enters Shobhan Yoga from 10:25 AM onward, a period considered favourable for positive beginnings and peaceful spiritual activities.
Rahu Kaal and Inauspicious Timings
Like every Panchang, May 16 also includes periods that are generally avoided for major tasks, travel, or financial decisions.
- Rahu Kaal: 9:06 AM to 10:44 AM
- Yamaganda: 2:01 PM to 3:40 PM
- Gulik Kaal: 5:49 AM to 7:27 AM
- Durmuhurta: 7:34 AM to 8:26 AM
- Varjyam: 4:44 AM to 6:09 AM
- Varjyam: 4:01 AM to 5:25 AM
Varjyam timings also appear twice during the day, making astrologers advise caution while initiating important activities.
Moon Sign and Zodiac Strength
The Moon remains in Aries for most of the day before transitioning into Taurus around 10:46 PM. This shift is expected to influence emotional stability, patience, and financial thinking.
Until the Moon transition, Aries, Gemini, Cancer, Libra, Scorpio, and Aquarius signs are believed to receive stronger lunar support. After the transit into Taurus, Taurus, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, and Pisces gain favourable Moon strength.
Astrologers often view such transitions as emotionally sensitive windows, especially on Amavasya, when energy levels naturally feel lower and more introspective.
Choghadiya Muhurat
Day Choghadiya
- Kaal: 5:49 AM to 7:27 AM
- Shubh: 7:27 AM to 9:06 AM
- Rog: 9:06 AM to 10:44 AM
- Udveg: 10:44 AM to 12:23 PM
- Char: 12:23 PM to 2:01 PM
- Labh: 2:01 PM to 3:40 PM
- Amrit: 3:40 PM to 5:18 PM
- Kaal: 5:18 PM to 6:57 PM
Night Choghadiya
- Labh: 6:57 PM to 8:18 PM
- Udveg: 8:18 PM to 9:40 PM
- Shubh: 9:40 PM to 11:01 PM
- Amrit: 11:01 PM to 12:23 AM
- Char: 12:23 AM to 1:44 AM
- Rog: 1:44 AM to 3:05 AM
- Kaal: 3:05 AM to 4:27 AM
- Labh: 4:27 AM to 5:48 AM
Festivals and Fasts
- Vat Savitri Vrat
- Shani Jayanti
- Amavasya
Additional Panchang Insights
- Yoga: Saubhagya till 10:25 AM
- Yoga after that: Shobhan
- Karan: Chatushpada till 3:23 PM
- Karan after that: Nag
- Anandadi Yoga: Dhanksha till 5:30 PM
- Moon Strength till 10:46 PM: Aries, Gemini, Cancer, Libra, Scorpio, Aquarius
- Moon Strength after 10:46 PM: Taurus, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Pisces
The Panchang for May 16, 2026, stands out because of its rare spiritual alignment and powerful observances. With Shani Jayanti, Vat Savitri Vrat, and Amavasya falling together, the day carries strong religious and astrological significance for devotees in India and across the world. From auspicious muhurats to Moon transitions and sacred fasting rituals, every element of the Panchang reflects a day rooted in tradition, devotion, and cosmic symbolism.
