Amavasya 2027 — Dates
Next Amavasya: Pausha Amavasya on Thursday, 7 January 2027.
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Amavasya, the new moon day, is traditionally dedicated to remembering ancestors (pitrs). Families perform tarpan and shraddha, give to charity and light lamps. Mahalaya Amavasya ends Pitru Paksha, and Diwali is celebrated on Kartika Amavasya.
Amavasya dates in 2027
| Date | Name |
|---|---|
| 7 Jan 2027 (Thu) | Pausha Amavasya |
| 6 Feb 2027 (Sat) | Magha Amavasya |
| 8 Mar 2027 (Mon) | Phalguna Amavasya |
| 6 Apr 2027 (Tue) | Chaitra Amavasya |
| 6 May 2027 (Thu) | Vaishakha Amavasya |
| 4 Jun 2027 (Fri) | Jyeshtha Amavasya |
| 3 Jul 2027 (Sat) | Ashadha Amavasya |
| 2 Aug 2027 (Mon) | Shravana Amavasya |
| 31 Aug 2027 (Tue) | Bhadrapada Amavasya |
| 29 Sep 2027 (Wed) | Ashwin Amavasya |
| 29 Oct 2027 (Fri) | Kartika Amavasya |
| 27 Nov 2027 (Sat) | Margashirsha Amavasya |
| 27 Dec 2027 (Mon) | Pausha Amavasya |
Dates and parana times are for New Delhi (IST), as used by most published calendars. In other cities a date can occasionally differ by a day — check the panchang for your city.
How to observe Amavasya
- Bathe early and offer water (tarpan) to ancestors with sesame seeds.
- Offer food to cows, crows and those in need in the name of ancestors.
- Light a lamp under a peepal tree or at home in the evening.
- Avoid starting new ventures; spend the day in prayer and reflection.
Frequently asked questions
What is Amavasya?
Amavasya, the new moon day, is traditionally dedicated to remembering ancestors (pitrs). Families perform tarpan and shraddha, give to charity and light lamps. Mahalaya Amavasya ends Pitru Paksha, and Diwali is celebrated on Kartika Amavasya.
When is the next Amavasya?
Pausha Amavasya is on Thursday, 7 January 2027.
How many Amavasya days are there in 2027?
13 Amavasya dates in 2027: 7 Jan (Thu), 6 Feb (Sat), 8 Mar (Mon), 6 Apr (Tue), 6 May (Thu), 4 Jun (Fri), 3 Jul (Sat), 2 Aug (Mon), 31 Aug (Tue), 29 Sep (Wed), 29 Oct (Fri), 27 Nov (Sat), 27 Dec (Mon).
What is done on Amavasya?
Pitru tarpan and shraddha for ancestors, charity, and lighting lamps in the evening are the most common observances.