Key Takeaways
- Definition: Karte is the 13–14 day period when the Sun transits a specific Nakshatra.
- Usage: Primary calendar for Indian farmers to predict rain (e.g., Arudra Karte) and heat (Rohini Karte).
- Location Matters: The exact entry time varies by minutes depending on your longitude/latitude.
Below are the precise Karte Dates (Sun Nakshatra transits) for 2026. In the Indian agricultural system, the Sun's transit through the 27 Nakshatras acts as a reliable solar calendar for determining crop cycles and weather patterns.
Karte Timings for Hyderabad
Karte Entry Date, Times
Columbus — 2026
| Karte Name | Date and Time | Is this Vishnu Karana? |
|---|---|---|
| Uttara Ashadha |
28 December 2025
Night 08:01
|
— |
| Shravana |
10 January 2026
Night 10:07
|
— |
| Dhanishta |
24 January 2026
Early Morning 12:21
|
Yes |
| Shatabhisha |
06 February 2026
Early Morning 03:36
|
— |
| Purva Bhadrapada |
19 February 2026
Morning 08:04
|
— |
| Uttara Bhadrapada |
04 March 2026
Afternoon 02:25
|
— |
| Revati |
17 March 2026
Night 11:52
|
— |
| Nakshatra 27 |
31 March 2026
Morning 10:41
|
Yes |
| Bharani |
14 April 2026
Early Morning 12:03
|
— |
| Krittika |
27 April 2026
Afternoon 03:48
|
— |
| Rohini |
11 May 2026
Morning 10:02
|
— |
| Mrigashira |
25 May 2026
Morning 06:08
|
— |
| Ardra |
08 June 2026
Morning 04:04
|
— |
| Punarvasu |
22 June 2026
Early Morning 02:57
|
— |
| Pushya |
06 July 2026
Early Morning 02:34
|
Yes |
| Ashlesha |
20 July 2026
Early Morning 01:59
|
Yes |
| Magha |
03 August 2026
Early Morning 12:55
|
— |
| Purva Phalguni |
16 August 2026
Night 10:29
|
— |
| Uttara Phalguni |
30 August 2026
Evening 06:30
|
— |
| Hasta |
13 September 2026
Afternoon 12:19
|
— |
| Chitra |
27 September 2026
Early Morning 03:51
|
— |
| Swati |
10 October 2026
Evening 04:51
|
— |
| Vishakha |
24 October 2026
Early Morning 03:21
|
Yes |
| Anuradha |
06 November 2026
Morning 10:34
|
Yes |
| Jyeshtha |
19 November 2026
Evening 04:35
|
— |
| Moola |
02 December 2026
Night 08:59
|
— |
| Purva Ashadha |
15 December 2026
Night 11:56
|
— |
| Uttara Ashadha |
29 December 2026
Early Morning 02:15
|
— |
Note: Rows highlighted in Gold indicate Vishnu Karana days. These are considered highly auspicious for Satyanarayana Vratham and Dana (Charity).
Understanding Karte: The Solar Calendar
While the Moon changes its Nakshatra every day, the Sun takes approximately 13.5 days to cross one Nakshatra. This period is called a Karte (or Karthe/Nakshatra Pravesh). This solar movement creates the seasons used in Vedic Meteorology ( Varsha Tantra).
Why Farmers Rely on Karte
- Rohini Karte: Peak summer heat (Rohini Karte ends the intense heat).
- Arudra Karte: Marks the traditional onset of wet monsoon rains.
- Mrigashira Karte: Critical time for sowing pre-monsoon crops.
Ritual Significance
Certain transits, known as Vishnu Karana, are highly auspicious for starting construction, performing Satyanarayana Puja, and breaking fasts.
Glossary of Terms
Common terms found in the Karte table above.
| Term | Definition & Significance |
|---|---|
| Karte / Karthe | From the Sanskrit Kartari. It refers to the period of the Sun's stay in a specific constellation star (Nakshatra). |
| Vahana (Vehicle) | A symbolic animal (e.g., Fox, Frog, Peacock) associated with the transit. Traditional folklore uses the Vahana to predict the quantity of rainfall. |
| Pravesh Time | The exact minute the Sun enters 0 degrees of the specific Nakshatra. Calculated here using high-precision Swiss Ephemeris data. |
Frequently Asked Questions
A 'Karte' (or Karthe) marks the exact moment the Sun (Surya) enters one of the 27 Nakshatras. This transit happens approximately every 13–14 days and serves as the primary solar calendar for Indian agriculture and weather prediction.
The Arudra Karte and Mrigashira Karte are traditional indicators of the monsoon onset. Farmers observe the entry timing and the associated 'Vahana' (Vehicle) to predict rainfall intensity for the season.
Vishnu Karana days are specific solar transits considered highly auspicious for Satyanarayana Vratam and charity. These often coincide with the Sun entering fixed or movable signs associated with preservation.
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