Karwa Chauth 2026 Date
Karwa Chauth is observed on the Chaturthi (4th tithi) of Krishna Paksha in Kartik. Married women keep a nirjala fast from sunrise to moonrise for their husbands' long life, breaking it after sighting the moon through a sieve.
This page computes the Karwa Chauth 2026 date for your city. Moonrise time varies by city — check the panchang page for your local moonrise.
This tool runs entirely in your browser — no birth details or personal data are sent to any server. It is free with no signup and works on any device. Results use standard Vedic calculations (Lahiri ayanamsa) and are provided for traditional and informational purposes only.
Formula
Karwa Chauth = Krishna Paksha Chaturthi of Kartik month
Example
Karwa Chauth 2026 ≈ late October / early November 2026 (see table).
How to Use
- 1. Select your city.
- 2. Click "Show Dates".
- 3. Read the Karwa Chauth date, then check moonrise on the Panchang page.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Karwa Chauth 2026?
Expected in late October / early November 2026 — see the computed date.
When is the fast broken?
After moonrise — check the moonrise time for your city on the Today Panchang page.
Can unmarried women observe it?
Tradition varies; many do observe it for a desired partner.
Does the date vary by region?
It can differ by a day where panchang conventions differ.