What time is Rahu Kaal today in Varanasi?

Rahu Kaal today in Varanasi is 8:45 AM to 10:21 AM IST (1h 36m). It is calculated from Varanasi's sunrise of 5:34 AM IST.

How is Rahu Kaal calculated in Varanasi?

Rahu Kaal in Varanasi is the 4thth of 8 equal segments of the daytime (sunrise to sunset). Today's day segment is approximately 1h 36m.

Does Rahu Kaal change every day in Varanasi?

Yes. Rahu Kaal in Varanasi changes daily because it is based on the actual sunrise and sunset times, which shift throughout the year. Varanasi's sunrise today is 5:34 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 — Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Friday, April 17, 2026 · Based on Varanasi sunrise

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8:45 AM – 10:21 AM IST

⏳ 1h 36m 🌅 Sunrise 5:34 AM IST

This Week in Varanasi

Day	Time (IST)	Duration
Fri, Apr 17(today)	8:45 AM – 10:21 AM	1h 36m
Sat, Apr 18	7:09 AM – 8:45 AM	1h 36m
Sun, Apr 19	3:09 PM – 4:45 PM	1h 36m
Mon, Apr 20	5:32 AM – 7:08 AM	1h 36m
Tue, Apr 21	1:33 PM – 3:10 PM	1h 37m
Wed, Apr 22	1:19 AM – 11:56 PM	-2h -23m
Thu, Apr 23	11:56 PM – 10:33 PM	-2h -23m
Fri, Apr 24	2:42 AM – 1:19 AM	-2h -23m

About Rahu Kaal in Varanasi

Varanasi's Rahu Kaal times are calculated from Varanasi's actual local sunrise each day, which currently falls at 5:34 AM IST. Located in Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi 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 Varanasi?: Rahu Kaal today in Varanasi is 8:45 AM to 10:21 AM IST (1h 36m). It is based on today's sunrise of 5:34 AM IST.
Does Rahu Kaal change daily?: Yes. Rahu Kaal is based on the day's actual sunrise and sunset. In Varanasi, today's sunrise is 5:34 AM IST, giving a day length of approximately 96 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 Varanasi?: Yes. This Rahu Kaal is calculated specifically for Varanasi (lat 25.3189°, lng 83.0128°) using a NOAA-based solar calculation algorithm. It uses today's actual astronomical sunrise and sunset in Varanasi, not a generic India-wide estimate.