Makar Sankranti 2027 Date

Makar Sankranti 2027 marks the Sun's entry into Makara (Capricorn), celebrated with kite flying, tilgul sweets and holy dips. As a solar festival it falls mid-January every year — 14 January 2027 is the expected date. Dates are computed from the panchang for the selected city — regional calendars may differ by a day.

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Makar Sankranti 2027 Date — Delhi

Day	Date
Makar Sankranti (Pongal)	Thursday, 14 January 2027

Dates are computed from the lunar panchang for the selected city. Local and regional traditions may differ by a day — confirm with your community calendar.

Formula

Makar Sankranti = day the Sun enters Makara rashi

Example

Makar Sankranti 2027 ≈ 14 January 2027.

How to Use

1. Select your city.
2. Click "Show Dates".
3. Read the Sankranti date.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Makar Sankranti 2027?

Expected on 14 January 2027 — the table shows the computed date.

Is Pongal the same day?

Yes — the same solar event, usually 14 January.

Why is it always mid-January?

It follows the solar calendar, not the lunar one.

What about Lohri?

Lohri is the evening before — 13 January 2027.

Author: Astro Editorial Team Reviewed by: Astro Editorial Team Last updated: 2026-09-16

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