Why the Wait for the Moon?
The moon's late rise on Karwa Chauth is no accident but part of a wondrous cosmic dance. Its timing aligns with its orbital path, position in the sky, and Earth's location.
📅Lunar Calendar
Karwa Chauth occurs on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the moon's waning phase (Krishna Paksha), with the moon rising later in the evening, just days after the full moon.
⏰Daily Delay
The moon rises about 50 minutes later daily, and by the fourth day of waning, this delay becomes noticeable, making moonrise much later than on the full moon night.
🌍Geographical Location
Your exact latitude and longitude dictate when the moon rises, which is why its timing varies by location.
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 schedule (Puja Muhurat) and the duration of Chaturthi Tithi for your ease.
Puja Muhurat (Local Time)
06:00 PM - 07:15 PM
Moonrise Time
08:15 PM
Chaturthi Tithi (Local Time)
Oct 09, evening - Oct 10, evening
Visualizing the Daily Delay
This diagram shows the moon's rise time delaying each night after the full moon. On the fourth day, Karwa Chauth aligns with a phase when the moon rises later.
The Symbolism of the Wait
🌸The moon’s arrival transcends ritual, embodying patience, love, sacrifice, and the enduring devotion within marriage. This anticipation forms the emotional essence of the festival, ending in the poignant act of breaking the fast.