What time is Rahu Kaal today in Raurkela?

Rahu Kaal today in Raurkela is 2:40 AM to 1:15 AM IST (-2h -25m). It is calculated from Raurkela's sunrise of 5:30 AM IST.

How is Rahu Kaal calculated in Raurkela?

Rahu Kaal in Raurkela is the 4thth of 8 equal segments of the daytime (sunrise to sunset). Today's day segment is approximately -2h -25m.

Does Rahu Kaal change every day in Raurkela?

Yes. Rahu Kaal in Raurkela changes daily because it is based on the actual sunrise and sunset times, which shift throughout the year. Raurkela's sunrise today is 5:30 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 — Raurkela, Odisha

Friday, April 17, 2026 · Based on Raurkela sunrise

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2:40 AM – 1:15 AM IST

⏳ -2h -25m 🌅 Sunrise 5:30 AM IST

This Week in Raurkela

Day	Time (IST)	Duration
Fri, Apr 17(today)	2:40 AM – 1:15 AM	-2h -25m
Sat, Apr 18	4:04 AM – 2:39 AM	-2h -25m
Sun, Apr 19	9:00 PM – 7:35 PM	-2h -25m
Mon, Apr 20	5:27 AM – 4:02 AM	-2h -24m
Tue, Apr 21	10:24 PM – 9:00 PM	-2h -24m
Wed, Apr 22	1:13 AM – 11:49 PM	-2h -24m
Thu, Apr 23	11:49 PM – 10:25 PM	-2h -24m
Fri, Apr 24	2:36 AM – 1:12 AM	-2h -24m

About Rahu Kaal in Raurkela

Raurkela's Rahu Kaal times are calculated from Raurkela's actual local sunrise each day, which currently falls at 5:30 AM IST. Located in Odisha, Raurkela 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 Raurkela?: Rahu Kaal today in Raurkela is 2:40 AM to 1:15 AM IST (-2h -25m). It is based on today's sunrise of 5:30 AM IST.
Does Rahu Kaal change daily?: Yes. Rahu Kaal is based on the day's actual sunrise and sunset. In Raurkela, today's sunrise is 5:30 AM IST, giving a day length of approximately -85 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 Raurkela?: Yes. This Rahu Kaal is calculated specifically for Raurkela (lat 22.2492°, lng 84.8828°) using a NOAA-based solar calculation algorithm. It uses today's actual astronomical sunrise and sunset in Raurkela, not a generic India-wide estimate.