Rahu Kalam Today in Chennai
Rahu Kalam in Chennai is calculated from the city's actual sunrise and sunset times. Because Chennai sits close to the equator at about 13°N latitude, its daylight hours stay relatively consistent throughout the year, giving you predictable Rahu Kalam windows.
Approximate Weekly Rahu Kalam Times for Chennai
The following times are based on a typical Chennai sunrise of around 6:00 AM and a 12-hour day. Actual times shift slightly by season.
| Day | Rahu Kalam | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | 8th |
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM | 2nd |
| Tuesday | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | 7th |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | 5th |
| Thursday | 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | 6th |
| Friday | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | 4th |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM | 3rd |
These are approximate times. Actual Rahu Kalam varies with the seasons as sunrise and sunset shift. Check today's exact times for your location.
Get Today's Exact Rahu Kalam for Chennai
See precise daily timings calculated from Chennai's real sunrise and sunset, including Yamagandam and Gulikai Kalam.
Check Today's TimesWhat is Rahu Kalam?
Rahu Kalam is a daily window of roughly 90 minutes considered inauspicious in Tamil Vedic astrology. It is calculated by dividing the total daylight hours (sunrise to sunset) into eight equal parts, each ruled by a different planet. Rahu, the north lunar node, takes one of these eight slots depending on the day of the week.
In Chennai, Rahu Kalam is deeply embedded in daily life. Temple visit timings, shop inaugurations, and even government office schedules sometimes work around it. You will often see the day's Rahu Kalam printed in Tamil newspapers alongside the weather. For a complete explanation, see our full guide to Rahu Kalam.
What to Avoid During Rahu Kalam
The tradition focuses specifically on new beginnings. Activities to avoid starting during Rahu Kalam include:
Starting new ventures - launching a business, beginning a new project, or making a first investment.
Signing important documents - contracts, property registrations, or formal agreements.
Beginning journeys - setting out on a significant trip or relocation.
First meetings - meeting a prospective partner, client, or anyone where first impressions carry weight.
Continuing activities already in progress is perfectly fine. Rahu Kalam applies to the moment of initiation, not to your ongoing daily routine.
Rahu Kalam and Chennai's Temple Culture
Chennai is home to some of South India's most revered temples, from Kapaleeshwarar in Mylapore to Parthasarathy in Triplicane. Many devotees plan their temple visits around Rahu Kalam, either avoiding it for auspicious prayers or specifically visiting Rahu-related shrines during the window. The Thirunageswaram Rahu temple near Kumbakonam, a popular day trip from Chennai, sees peak footfall during Rahu Kalam on Saturdays and Tuesdays.
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What is Rahu Kalam? - Full Guide