Knowing the right time for every task helps you plan your day with clarity and confidence. Tomorrow’s Panchang for Friday, January 16, 2026, gives a clear and detailed view of tithi, nakshatra, yogas, karan, planetary positions, auspicious timings, and inauspicious periods.
Panchang Overview January 16, 2026
Day: Friday
Tithi: Magh Krishna Paksha Trayodashi till 10:21 PM, followed by Chaturdashi
Nakshatra: Moola (All Night Long)
Yoga: Dhruva till 09:06 PM, then Vyaghata
Moon Sign: Sagittarius (entire day and night)
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Paksha: Krishna Paksha
Lunar Month: Paush (Amanta) / Magha (Purnimanta)
Vedic Season: Hemant (Winter)
Sunrise and Sunset Timings
Sunrise: 07:15 AM
Sunset: 05:47 PM
Moonrise and Moonset Timings
Moonrise: 05:11 AM
Moonset: 03:46 PM
Rahukaal and Inauspicious Timings
Rahukaal: 11:12 AM - 12:31 PM
Yama Ganda: 03:17 PM - 04:38 PM
Kulik Kaal: 08:34 AM - 09:55 AM
Durmuhurta: 09:23 AM - 10:06 AM, 12:58 PM - 01:40 PM
Varjyam: 06:25 AM - 08:11 AM, 02:35 PM - 04:21 PM
Avoid starting any auspicious or important work during these periods.
Auspicious Muhurat Timings
Brahma Muhurta: 05:37 AM - 06:25 AM
Abhijit Muhurta: 12:15 PM - 12:58 PM
Amrit Kaal: 01:13 AM - 02:59 AM
Festivals and Fasts
Monthly Shivaratri
Pradosh Vrat
With Trayodashi tithi and Pradosh Vrat falling on a Friday, this day holds special importance for Lord Shiva devotees. Evening Shiva worship during Pradosh Kaal is considered highly beneficial.
Nakshatra and Yoga Details
Nakshatra: Moola
Gandmool Nakshatra Period: Jan 16, 05:47 AM - Jan 17, 08:12 AM
Moola Nakshatra supports deep thinking, research, and inner transformation, but is not considered suitable for new beginnings such as marriage or naming ceremonies.
Anandadi Yoga: Sthira (Stable)
This yoga supports stability and long-term planning.
Karan Details
Gar: Jan 15, 08:17 PM - Jan 16, 09:22 AM
Vanij: Jan 16, 09:22 AM - Jan 16, 10:22 PM
Vishti: Jan 16, 10:22 PM - Jan 17, 11:16 AM
Planetary Positions
Moon transits Sagittarius throughout the day and night.
Rahu is placed in Sagittarius.
Rahu influence time: 11:16 AM - 12:36 PM
Samvat and Calendar Details
Vikram Samvat: 2082 (Kalyukt)
Shaka Samvat: 1947 (Vishwavasu)
National Calendar Date: Paush 26, 1947
Chandrashtama Information
Chandrashtama affects natives of the following nakshatras:
Krittika (last 3 padas)
Rohini
Mrigashirsha (first 2 padas)
Those affected should avoid major financial or emotional decisions.
What January 16, 2026, is best for?
Shiva worship and Pradosh Vrat observance
Spiritual practices, meditation, and mantra chanting
Research, planning, and inner reflection
What to Avoid on January 16, 2026
Starting new ventures during Rahukaal
Marriage, naming ceremonies, and property-related work
Impulsive decisions influenced by Moola Nakshatra
Tomorrow’s Panchang for January 16, 2026, focuses on awareness and right timing. When actions are aligned with planetary movements, clarity improves, and efforts become more effective. Use this Panchang as a daily reference to plan your activities wisely.
