Rahu kaalam Yemagandam Kuligai Timings

Rahukaalam Daily Timings

Rahukaalam / Rahu kaalam is the timing followed traditionally as per Tamil Panchangam. Rahu kaalam is not a good time to start any good activities in family and business. Rahu kaalam appears every day in the given date and these timings can be avoided.

According to Indian astrology Rahu kaalam is considered to be inauspicious. It is not the good time to start a journey or new venture or any important work. Rahu kaalam is the time when moon moves from south to north in it's orbit Rahu kaalam is the particular time of the day which is considered to be under the control of Rahu.

When Moon moves from South to North in its orbit and crosses Sun's path – the incision point is called Rahu or Dragon's Head The time of day considered to be under the influence of Rahu is called Rahukalaam and is considered inauspicious.

Rahukaalam, Yema kandam and Kuligai Timings in Sunday

For Sunday, Rahukaalam is 4.30 to 6.00 Hours and Yemagandam is 12.00 to 1.30 Hours, Kuligai is 3.00 to 4.30 Hours, varasoolam is West and remedy is Jaggery.

Rahukaalam, Yema kandam and Kuligai Timings in Monday

For Monday, Rahu kaalam is 7.30 to 9.00 and Yema kandam is 10.30 to 12.00 and kuligai is 1.30 to 3.00 Hours, varasoolam is East direction and Remedy is Curd.

Rahukaalam, Yema kandam and Kuligai Timings in Tuesday

For Tuesday, Rahu kaalam is 3.00 to 4.30 and Yema kandam is 09.00 to 10.30 and kuligai is 12.00 to 1.30 Hours, varasoolam is North direction and Remedy is Milk.

Rahukaalam, Yema kandam and Kuligai Timings in Wednesday

For Wednesday, Rahu kaalam is 12.00 to 1.30 and Yema kandam is 7.30 to 9.00 and kuligai is 10.30 to 12.00 Hours, varasoolam is North direction and Remedy is Milk.

Rahukaalam, Yema kandam and Kuligai Timings in Thursday

For Thursday, Rahu kaalam is 1.30 to 3.00 and Yema kandam is 6.00 to 7.30 and kuligai is 6.00 to 7.30 Hours, varasoolam is South direction and Remedy is Balm.

Rahukaalam, Yema kandam and Kuligai Timings in Friday

For Friday, Rahu kaalam is 10.30 to 12.00 and Yema kandam is 3.00 to 4.30 and kuligai is 7.30 to 9.00 Hours, varasoolam is West direction and Remedy is Jaggery.

Rahukaalam, Yema kandam and Kuligai Timings in Saturday

For Saturday Rahu kaalam is 9.00 to 10.30 and Yema kandam is 1.30 to 3.00 and kuligai is 6.00 to 7.30 Hours, varasoolam is East direction and Remedy is Curd.

According to Hindu astrology, Kuligai kalam is the particular time and it lasts for 90 minutes or 1.5 hours everyday. Like rahu kalam and yamagandam, Kuligai Kalam also calculated based on Sunrise and Sunset Time. Our ancestors considered, any activities done during the time of Kuligai will be repeated often. So this time is also called as 'Blooming Time'. It is advisable to carry out any good activities during this time. It is best time to buy gold, properties and other things as it will repeat again and again.

One should not carry out any bad activities or any death rituals during this time since it will repeat again and again. Some activities like starting medication, getting loans, marriages, death ceremonies, etc. should be avoided during the period of kuligai.Our ancestors believed Kuligan(son of Lord Sani or Saturn) rules particular time on everyday. This ruling time of Kuligai is called as 'kuligai' kalam or kuligai time.

Yemakandam is considered to be in-auspicious time. The ruling time period of kethu is called Yemakandam timings. The Yemakandam timings changes everyday. It also depends on sunrise and sunset.  Yemakandam lasts for 90 minutes everyday. Any activities started on this time will yield only unfavorable result. One should avoid starting any good work or any good venture in this timings. Starting any work on this time will results only in failure. Only death ceremonies will be carried out in this timings. Yemakandam is also called as 'Ketu kalam'. Our ancestors considered yemakandam as unfavorable time to start any work, since it would produce bad result.

Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Kuligai Timings – Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Kuligai?

Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Kuligai are inauspicious time periods mentioned in the Hindu Panchangam. These periods occur every day and are traditionally avoided for starting new or important activities.

2. Why are these timings considered inauspicious?

These timings are associated with specific planetary or astrological influences. According to tradition, activities started during these periods may face delays, obstacles, or unfavorable outcomes.

3. Do Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Kuligai occur every day?

Yes, all three occur every day, but their timings vary based on the weekday and local sunrise time.

4. How long do these timings last?

Each of these periods lasts for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes every day.

5. Are the timings the same for all locations?

No, the timings vary by geographical location because sunrise and sunset timings differ from place to place.

6. What activities should be avoided during these periods?

People generally avoid starting important activities such as:

• Business or job beginnings
• Travel starts
• House-related ceremonies
• Financial or legal decisions

7. Can regular daily work be done during these timings?

Yes, routine and ongoing activities can be carried out as usual. These timings mainly affect new beginnings.

8. Can prayers or poojas be performed during these periods?

Yes, prayers, meditation, and spiritual practices can be performed during Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Kuligai. Many people prefer using this time for worship.

9. What is the difference between Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Kuligai?

Although all three are inauspicious periods, they differ in their astrological associations and timings. Each period occurs at a different time of the day.

10. How can I find today’s Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Kuligai timings?

Today’s timings can be found in the Tamil daily calendar, Hindu Panchangam, newspapers, or trusted online calendar websites.

11. Are these timings considered for Muhurtham selection?

Yes, Muhurtham timings are selected by avoiding Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Kuligai to ensure auspicious beginnings.

12. Do these timings affect all types of events?

These timings mainly affect important events and new beginnings. Social visits or routine activities are generally not affected.

13. Can these timings overlap?

No, Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Kuligai do not overlap. Each period has a fixed slot on a given day.

14. Are these timings followed only in Tamil Nadu?

No, these timings are followed across India and by Hindu communities worldwide, though calculations may vary slightly by region.

15. Why are these timings mentioned in the Tamil daily calendar?

These timings are included to help people plan their day wisely by avoiding inauspicious periods for important activities.

This Article is written by Mrs. Kalavathi

Mrs. Kalavathi has over 35 years of experience in Tamil cultural traditions, calendar calculations, and spiritual observances. Specializing in Panchangam and auspicious date calculations, she has guided countless families in performing important events aligned with cosmic rhythms.Read more about Mrs. Kalavathi’s work.