Magh Purnima 2026 is on 1 February. Discover auspicious muhurat, full moon significance, holy bathing (snan), vrat, charity, and rituals for spiritual benefits.
Magh Purnima, also called Maghi Purnima, is a spiritually significant day in the Hindu calendar, marking the last sacred bathing day of the Magh month. Devotees celebrate it with rituals such as holy baths, charity, fasting, and worship, which are believed to purify the soul and earn spiritual merit. Ahead of Magh Purnima 2026, many are unsure whether it falls on 1 February or 2 February. Here’s a detailed guide with the exact date, auspicious timings, and key observances.
Significance of Magh Purnima
Observed on the full moon day of the Magh month, Magh Purnima marks the end of the holy Magh Snan period, with Falgun month beginning the next day. Devotees give special importance to early morning baths in sacred rivers, along with charitable acts (daan), prayers, chanting (jap), and fasting. Scriptures note that religious activities performed on this day yield multiplied spiritual benefits.
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Magh Purnima 2026 Date
As per the Drik Panchang, Magh Purnima will be observed on Sunday, 1 February 2026. The Purnima Tithi starts at 5:52 AM on 1 February and ends at 3:28 AM on 2 February. Since the full moon prevails during sunrise on 1 February, all major rituals—including bathing, puja, charity, and fasting—should be performed on this date.
Auspicious Yogas and Muhurat
Several favorable yogas enhance the spiritual significance of Magh Purnima 2026. Ravi Pushya Yoga lasts from 7:10 AM to 11:58 PM. Other auspicious yogas include Sarvarth Siddhi Yoga, Preeti Yoga, and Ayushman Yoga, all considered highly favorable for spiritual practices.
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Brahma Muhurat is ideal for the holy bath.
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Puja Muhurat is between 5:24 AM and 6:32 AM.
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Charity performed after bathing and puja is believed to bring long-lasting benefits.
Vrat Paran (Fasting Conclusion) Muhurat
Those observing a full-day fast can break it on 2 February between 6:33 AM and 7:55 AM.