Why the Wait for the Moon?
The moon, eagerly anticipated on Karwa Chauth, often graces the sky late in the evening. This isn’t mere chance but stems from a fascinating cosmic rhythm tied to its orbit, position, and Earth's location.
đź“…Lunar Calendar
Karwa Chauth takes place on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the moon’s waning phase (Krishna Paksha). Since it's just four days after the full moon, moonrise occurs later in the evening.
⏰Daily Delay
The moon appears roughly 50 minutes later daily, so by the fourth waning day, moonrise shifts well beyond its time on the full moon night.
🌍Geographical Location
Your exact spot on Earth—defined by latitude and longitude—sets the precise time the moon rises. This explains 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 fasting hours (Puja Muhurat) and the span of Chaturthi Tithi 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 graph highlights the gradual delay in the moon's rise time each night after the full moon. As a result, Karwa Chauth occurs during a phase when the moon rises late.
Festival Moments
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The Symbolism of the Wait
🌸The moon's arrival is more than tradition; it signifies patience, love, sacrifice, and the devotion rooted in marriage. This waiting transforms into the festival's soul, ending beautifully as the fast concludes with the moon's appearance.