What time is Rahu Kaal today in Kolhapur?

Rahu Kaal today in Kolhapur is 9:25 AM to 10:59 AM IST (1h 34m). It is calculated from Kolhapur's sunrise of 6:17 AM IST.

How is Rahu Kaal calculated in Kolhapur?

Rahu Kaal in Kolhapur is the 4thth of 8 equal segments of the daytime (sunrise to sunset). Today's day segment is approximately 1h 34m.

Does Rahu Kaal change every day in Kolhapur?

Yes. Rahu Kaal in Kolhapur changes daily because it is based on the actual sunrise and sunset times, which shift throughout the year. Kolhapur's sunrise today is 6:17 AM IST.

What is Rahu Kaal used for?

Rahu Kaal is a period considered inauspicious in Hindu tradition. It is avoided for starting new ventures, important decisions, travel, purchases, or ceremonies. Most Hindu communities across India follow this tradition.

Rahu Kaal Today — Kolhapur, Mahārāshtra

Friday, April 17, 2026 · Based on Kolhapur sunrise

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9:25 AM – 10:59 AM IST

⏳ 1h 34m 🌅 Sunrise 6:17 AM IST

This Week in Kolhapur

Day	Time (IST)	Duration
Fri, Apr 17(today)	9:25 AM – 10:59 AM	1h 34m
Sat, Apr 18	7:50 AM – 9:24 AM	1h 34m
Sun, Apr 19	3:40 PM – 5:14 PM	1h 34m
Mon, Apr 20	6:15 AM – 7:49 AM	1h 34m
Tue, Apr 21	2:05 PM – 3:40 PM	1h 34m
Wed, Apr 22	10:57 AM – 12:32 PM	1h 35m
Thu, Apr 23	12:31 PM – 2:06 PM	1h 35m
Fri, Apr 24	9:21 AM – 10:56 AM	1h 35m

About Rahu Kaal in Kolhapur

Kolhapur's Rahu Kaal times are calculated from Kolhapur's actual local sunrise each day, which currently falls at 6:17 AM IST. Located in Mahārāshtra, Kolhapur shares the Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30) timezone, so Rahu Kaal times here are the same as seen on any Indian panchang — but calculated precisely for today's date, not a fixed seasonal estimate.

Rahu Kaal is a daily inauspicious period observed across most Hindu traditions. It corresponds to one of eight equal segments of the daytime (sunrise to sunset), with the specific segment varying by weekday. Today being Friday, Rahu Kaal falls in the 4th daytime segment.

Rahu Kaal — Upcoming 14 Days

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is Rahu Kaal today in Kolhapur?: Rahu Kaal today in Kolhapur is 9:25 AM to 10:59 AM IST (1h 34m). It is based on today's sunrise of 6:17 AM IST.
Does Rahu Kaal change daily?: Yes. Rahu Kaal is based on the day's actual sunrise and sunset. In Kolhapur, today's sunrise is 6:17 AM IST, giving a day length of approximately 94 minutes per segment.
What should I avoid during Rahu Kaal?: During Rahu Kaal, Hindu tradition advises avoiding starting new ventures, signing contracts, making major purchases, beginning journeys, or performing ceremonies. Routine work and already-started activities are generally considered fine to continue.
Is this Rahu Kaal time correct for Kolhapur?: Yes. This Rahu Kaal is calculated specifically for Kolhapur (lat 16.6917°, lng 74.2333°) using a NOAA-based solar calculation algorithm. It uses today's actual astronomical sunrise and sunset in Kolhapur, not a generic India-wide estimate.