Karva Chauth
Also known as Karwa Chauth
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Thursday 29 October 2026
Observance date and times for Auckland, New Zealand.
| Tithi begins | 8:38 am |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 5:41 am, Friday 30 October 2026 |
| Moonrise | 11:41 pm |
About Karva Chauth
Karva Chauth is observed mainly by married women in North India, who fast for the wellbeing and long life of their husbands.
How it is observed
Women fast from sunrise without food or water, gather for the evening Karva Chauth katha and puja, and break the fast after sighting the moon.
About the time shown: The fast ends at local moonrise — shown here for your city. Moonrise in New Zealand is very different from India.
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Calendar basis
Ashwin (amanta) / Kartika (purnimanta) Krishna Chaturthi; tithi prevailing at moonrise
Tradition: North Indian. Customs differ between regions and families — follow your family tradition or temple where it differs.
Across New Zealand
| City | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Thu 29 Oct | Moonrise 11:41 pm |
| Hamilton | Thu 29 Oct | Moonrise 11:43 pm |
| Tauranga | Thu 29 Oct | Moonrise 11:39 pm |
| Wellington | Thu 29 Oct | Moonrise 11:59 pm |
| Palmerston North | Thu 29 Oct | Moonrise 11:52 pm |
| Christchurch | Fri 30 Oct | Moonrise 12:19 am |
| Dunedin | Fri 30 Oct | Moonrise 12:40 am |
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