Holi 2026 Date & Time in India: Holika Dahan Muhurat and Rangwali Holi
Holika Dahan 2026 Details
Rashi Wise Holika Dahan Tips
For better joy and positive creativity, offer ghee (few drops) into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better peace at home, offer raw rice (a spoon) into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better courage and balanced communication, offer cloves (2) into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better wealth stability and family harmony, offer jaggery (small piece) into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better clarity and self-control, offer turmeric (a pinch) into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better mental peace and emotional balance, offer camphor (small) into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better gains and social support, offer dry coconut piece into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better respect and career stability, offer wheat grains into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better luck and blessings, offer yellow chana into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better protection from sudden negativity, offer black sesame into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better relationship harmony, offer mishri (few pieces) into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
For better health protection and relief from conflicts, offer jaggery + mustard seeds into the Holi fire and pray sincerely.
Rangwali Holi 2026 – Festival of Colors
Rangwali Holi in 2026 will be celebrated on 04-03-2026. It is observed on the day following Holika Dahan and marks the joyful celebration of colors across India.
On this day, people apply gulal, exchange sweets, and celebrate unity and harmony. Traditionally, it represents the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring season.
In many regions, Holi festivities begin in the morning and continue throughout the day with music, community gatherings, and festive meals.
Holi 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Holi date change every year?
Holi is determined by Phalguna Purnima according to the Hindu lunar calendar. Since lunar months do not match the Gregorian calendar exactly, Holi dates shift every year.
What is the correct time for Holika Dahan?
Holika Dahan is performed during the Pradosh period after sunset, provided Bhadra (Vishti Karana) is not active during that time.
Is Holika Dahan time location specific?
Yes. Sunset timing and tithi boundaries vary based on geographical location. Panchang calculations depend on latitude and longitude.
What is the difference between Holika Dahan and Rangwali Holi?
Holika Dahan is the bonfire ritual performed on the evening of Purnima, while Rangwali Holi is celebrated the next day with colors.
Panchang Calculation Methodology
Holi 2026 dates and Holika Dahan muhurat on this page are calculated using classical Vedic Panchang principles including Phalguna Purnima validation, Pradosh period alignment, Bhadra avoidance rules and sidereal (Lahiri) ayanamsa based astronomical calculations.
Sunset timings and tithi boundaries are computed according to the specified geographical coordinates. All festival timings are location sensitive and derived using traditional Hindu calendar algorithms.
This content is prepared by Jyotishasha research methodology, combining classical scriptures, Panchang rules and modern astronomical precision for accuracy.