The Panchang for Wednesday, 18 February 2026, provides a complete astrological and Hindu calendar guide for the day. It includes Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana, Rahu Kaal, Choghadiya, planetary transitions, and birth astrology insights. By following today’s auspicious timings, you can begin religious rituals, travel, business deals, or important tasks at favourable moments and avoid inauspicious periods.
This daily Panchang is especially useful for planning puja, ceremonies, investments, travel, and life events according to Vedic astrology principles.
Hindu Calendar Details - 18 February 2026
- Vikram Samvat: 2082
- Samvatsar Name: Siddhartha
- Shaka Samvat: 1947
- Hijri Year: 1447
- Ayana: Uttarayana
- Season: Beginning of Vasant (Spring)
- Lunar Month: Phalguna
- Paksha: Shukla Paksha begins
Tithi, Nakshatra, Yoga & Karana
- Tithi: Pratipada until 4:58 PM, then Dwitiya
- Nakshatra: Shatabhisha until 9:16 PM, then Purva Bhadrapada
- Yoga: Shiva Yoga until 10:45 PM, then Siddha Yoga
- Karana: Bava until 4:58 PM, then Balava
These combinations make the day suitable for spiritual activities, new beginnings, and planning-related work, especially after evening when Siddha Yoga begins.
Choghadiya Timings (Day)
- Labh & Amrit: Sunrise to 9:53 AM
- Shubh: 11:17 AM to 12:41 PM
- Char: 3:29 PM to 4:53 PM
- Labh: 4:53 PM to Sunset
Auspicious activities such as business transactions, purchases, meetings, and ceremonies can be started during these favorable Choghadiya periods.
Rahu Kaal - 18 February 2026
- Rahu Kaal: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
No new or auspicious work should begin during Rahu Kaal. If unavoidable, tradition suggests consuming betel nut, cardamom, or paan before starting work to reduce negative influence.
Direction Shool (Travel Direction)
- Inauspicious Direction: North
Avoid travel toward the north today. If travel is necessary, worship Lord Ganesha, offer laddoos, share them, and then begin the journey for auspicious protection.
Special Observances Today
- Chandra Darshan (first sighting of Moon after Amavasya)
- Panchak period active
- Beginning of Vasant Ritu (Spring season)
These observances increase the spiritual significance of the day, especially for moon-related rituals and seasonal transitions.
Planetary Positions & Transits
- Moon: Entire day in Aquarius (Kumbha Rashi)
- Uranus: Enters Krittika Nakshatra Pada 3 at 4:26 AM
- Pluto: Enters Shravana Nakshatra Pada 1 at 7:46 AM
- Sun: Enters sidereal Pisces at 9:22 PM
The Moon in Aquarius favours innovation, planning, networking, and humanitarian thinking.
Birth Astrology - 18 February 2026
- Moon Sign: Aquarius
- Nakshatra:
- Shatabhisha (until 9:16 PM)
- Purva Bhadrapada (after 9:16 PM)
- Pada:
- Tamra Pada (until 9:16 PM)
- Lauha Pada (after 9:16 PM)
- Suggested Name Letters: Sa, Si, Su, Se, So
Aquarius-Born Personality Traits
Aquarius is ruled by Saturn, giving individuals compassion, independence, and visionary thinking. People born under this sign often display humanitarian values, strong intellect, and progressive ideas.
- Independent and self-respecting
- Kind, helpful, and socially aware
- Innovative and imaginative
- Strong memory and analytical ability
- Skilled in management and organization
Career tendencies often include law, academia, business leadership, trade, administration, and advisory roles. Many achieve high positions or become successful entrepreneurs due to discipline and strategic thinking.
Why Today’s Panchang Matters
Using Panchang timings helps align daily actions with cosmic rhythms. Choosing auspicious periods improves success probability in rituals, travel, finances, and life decisions while avoiding negative planetary windows like Rahu Kaal or Direction Shool.
By planning your day according to the Panchang for 18 February 2026, you can begin important tasks at favourable times and harmonize activities with Vedic astrology guidance.
Also Read: Horoscope Today, February 18, 2026: All Zodiac Signs
