Sankashti Chaturthi (Magha)
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Saturday 15 January 2028
Observance date and times for Wellington, New Zealand.
| Tithi begins | 6:48 am |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 3:41 am, Sunday 16 January 2028 |
| Moonrise | 10:42 pm |
About Sankashti Chaturthi
Sankashti Chaturthi, the fourth day of the waning moon each month, is a fast dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles.
How it is observed
Devotees fast through the day, worship Ganesha in the evening and break the fast after sighting the moon.
About the time shown: The fast ends at local moonrise, shown here for your city.
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Calendar basis
Pausha (amanta) / Magha (purnimanta) Krishna Chaturthi; tithi prevailing at moonrise
Tradition: Pan-Hindu / Marathi. Customs differ between regions and families — follow your family tradition or temple where it differs.
Across New Zealand
| City | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Sat 15 Jan | Moonrise 10:40 pm |
| Hamilton | Sat 15 Jan | Moonrise 10:38 pm |
| Tauranga | Sat 15 Jan | Moonrise 10:34 pm |
| Wellington | Sat 15 Jan | Moonrise 10:42 pm |
| Palmerston North | Sat 15 Jan | Moonrise 10:38 pm |
| Christchurch | Sat 15 Jan | Moonrise 10:52 pm |
| Dunedin | Sat 15 Jan | Moonrise 11:03 pm |
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