Maha Shivaratri
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Sunday 15 February 2026
Observance date and times for Hamilton, New Zealand.
| Tithi begins | 12:36 am, Monday 16 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 1:05 am, Tuesday 17 February 2026 |
| Observance window begins | 1:09 am, Monday 16 February 2026 |
| Observance window ends | 1:57 am, Monday 16 February 2026 |
About Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shivaratri, “the great night of Shiva”, is one of the most important nights in the Hindu year, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
How it is observed
Devotees fast through the day, keep vigil through the night, chant “Om Namah Shivaya” and offer water, milk and bilva leaves to the Shiva linga across the four watches (prahars) of the night.
About the time shown: The key time is Nishita Kaal — around local midnight — when Chaturdashi tithi must be current. The date shown is the evening on which that night begins.
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Calendar basis
Magha (amanta) / Phalguna (purnimanta) Krishna Chaturdashi; tithi prevailing at nishita
Tradition: Pan-Hindu. Customs differ between regions and families — follow your family tradition or temple where it differs.
Across New Zealand
| City | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Sun 15 Feb | 1:11 am – 1:59 am |
| Hamilton | Sun 15 Feb | 1:09 am – 1:57 am |
| Tauranga | Sun 15 Feb | 1:06 am – 1:54 am |
| Wellington | Sun 15 Feb | 1:11 am – 1:59 am |
| Palmerston North | Sun 15 Feb | 1:08 am – 1:56 am |
| Christchurch | Sun 15 Feb | 1:20 am – 2:08 am |
| Dunedin | Sun 15 Feb | 1:28 am – 2:16 am |
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