Rahu Kalam Today in Bangalore
Rahu Kalam in Bangalore is determined by the city's actual sunrise and sunset. At roughly 13°N latitude, Bangalore's daylight hours are fairly stable across the year, though its elevated position on the Deccan Plateau means sunrise runs about 10 minutes later than coastal cities at the same latitude.
Approximate Weekly Rahu Kalam Times for Bangalore
The following times are based on a typical Bangalore sunrise of around 6:10 AM and a 12-hour day. Actual times shift slightly by season.
| Day | Rahu Kalam | Period |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 4:40 PM – 6:10 PM | 8th |
| Monday | 7:40 AM – 9:10 AM | 2nd |
| Tuesday | 3:10 PM – 4:40 PM | 7th |
| Wednesday | 12:10 PM – 1:40 PM | 5th |
| Thursday | 1:40 PM – 3:10 PM | 6th |
| Friday | 10:40 AM – 12:10 PM | 4th |
| Saturday | 9:10 AM – 10:40 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 Bangalore
See precise daily timings calculated from Bangalore's real sunrise and sunset, including Yamagandam and Gulikai Kalam.
Check Today's TimesWhat is Rahu Kalam?
Rahu Kalam is a daily period of approximately 90 minutes considered inauspicious in Tamil Vedic astrology. The calculation divides the hours between sunrise and sunset into eight equal segments, each governed by a different planet. Rahu, the north lunar node, occupies a specific segment depending on the day of the week.
Bangalore's large Tamil and Kannada communities both observe Rahu Kalam, though the practice is most closely associated with Tamil tradition. In a city that blends tech-industry modernity with deep-rooted customs, it is common to see startup founders and IT professionals quietly scheduling product launches and important meetings outside Rahu Kalam. For the full background, see our complete guide to Rahu Kalam.
What to Avoid During Rahu Kalam
The tradition centres on new beginnings. Activities to avoid starting during Rahu Kalam include:
Starting new ventures - launching a business, kicking off 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 work already underway is perfectly fine. Rahu Kalam is about the moment of initiation, not your ongoing daily routine.
Rahu Kalam in Bangalore's Tech Culture
Bangalore is India's technology capital, but traditional practices run deep alongside the startup culture. Many business owners on Commercial Street and in Chickpet still time their shop openings and major stock purchases around Rahu Kalam. Even in the tech corridors of Whitefield and Electronic City, you will find teams that quietly avoid scheduling product releases or investor pitches during the inauspicious window. It is a subtle blending of heritage and modernity that defines Bangalore.
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