Why the Wait for the Moon?
The long wait for the Karwa Chauth moon is no accident; it's tied to the moon's orbit, its sky position, and our Earth's location, all part of a cosmic harmony.
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Karwa Chauth occurs on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of Krishna Paksha, the waning moon phase. Since it's just four days after the full moon, moonrise happens later in the evening.
⏰Daily Delay
The moon rises about 50 minutes later daily, and by the fourth day of its waning phase, this delay becomes noticeable, making moonrise much later than on the full moon night.
🌍Geographical Location
Your exact spot on Earth—latitude and longitude—sets when the moon rises, which is why times vary between locations.
Moonrise Timings for Your City
Choose your city to check the expected moonrise time for Karwa Chauth on Friday, October 10, 2025. You'll also find details on the fasting period (Puja Muhurat) and the Chaturthi Tithi duration for your ease.
Puja Muhurat (IST)
05:57 PM - 07:11 PM
Moonrise Time
08:12 PM
Chaturthi Tithi Begins (IST)
Oct 09, 10:54 PM - Oct 10, 07:38 PM
Visualizing the Daily Delay
This chart shows how the moon rises later each night after the full moon. Karwa Chauth, on the fourth day, aligns with a phase where the moon rises late.
Festival Moments
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The Symbolism of the Wait
🌸Awaiting the moon transcends tradition, embodying patience, love, sacrifice, and the unwavering devotion of marital ties. This poignant anticipation defines the festival, culminating in the heartfelt act of breaking the fast under the moon's glow.