What time is Rahu Kaal today in Ottappalam?

Rahu Kaal today in Ottappalam is 9:18 AM to 10:51 AM IST (1h 33m). It is calculated from Ottappalam's sunrise of 6:13 AM IST.

How is Rahu Kaal calculated in Ottappalam?

Rahu Kaal in Ottappalam is the 4thth of 8 equal segments of the daytime (sunrise to sunset). Today's day segment is approximately 1h 33m.

Does Rahu Kaal change every day in Ottappalam?

Yes. Rahu Kaal in Ottappalam changes daily because it is based on the actual sunrise and sunset times, which shift throughout the year. Ottappalam's sunrise today is 6:13 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 — Ottappalam, Kerala

Friday, April 17, 2026 · Based on Ottappalam sunrise

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9:18 AM – 10:51 AM IST

⏳ 1h 33m 🌅 Sunrise 6:13 AM IST

This Week in Ottappalam

Day	Time (IST)	Duration
Fri, Apr 17(today)	9:18 AM – 10:51 AM	1h 33m
Sat, Apr 18	7:44 AM – 9:17 AM	1h 33m
Sun, Apr 19	3:29 PM – 5:02 PM	1h 33m
Mon, Apr 20	6:11 AM – 7:44 AM	1h 33m
Tue, Apr 21	1:56 PM – 3:29 PM	1h 33m
Wed, Apr 22	10:49 AM – 12:23 PM	1h 33m
Thu, Apr 23	12:23 PM – 1:56 PM	1h 33m
Fri, Apr 24	9:15 AM – 10:49 AM	1h 33m

About Rahu Kaal in Ottappalam

Ottappalam's Rahu Kaal times are calculated from Ottappalam's actual local sunrise each day, which currently falls at 6:13 AM IST. Located in Kerala, Ottappalam 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is Rahu Kaal today in Ottappalam?: Rahu Kaal today in Ottappalam is 9:18 AM to 10:51 AM IST (1h 33m). It is based on today's sunrise of 6:13 AM IST.
Does Rahu Kaal change daily?: Yes. Rahu Kaal is based on the day's actual sunrise and sunset. In Ottappalam, today's sunrise is 6:13 AM IST, giving a day length of approximately 93 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 Ottappalam?: Yes. This Rahu Kaal is calculated specifically for Ottappalam (lat 10.77°, lng 76.38°) using a NOAA-based solar calculation algorithm. It uses today's actual astronomical sunrise and sunset in Ottappalam, not a generic India-wide estimate.