Diwali Week 2027
Narak Chaturdashi 2027: Date, Abhyanga Snan Time and Choti Diwali
Quick answer: Narak Chaturdashi 2027 is on Thursday 28 October 2027. The Kartik Krishna Chaturdashi runs from 27 Oct 2027 22:52 to 28 Oct 2027 20:50, so it prevails at sunrise on the 28th; the abhyanga snan — the oil bath before dawn — is done between about 5:15 AM and sunrise at 6:31 AM in Delhi, and the lamps of Choti Diwali are lit that evening. Diwali follows on Friday 29 October.
| Date | Thursday 28 October 2027 |
|---|---|
| Tithi window (IST) | 27 Oct 2027 22:52 to 28 Oct 2027 20:50 |
| Rule used | the tithi prevailing at sunrise |
| Abhyanga snan, Delhi | about 5:15 AM – 6:31 AM (sunrise) on 28 October |
The day
Krishna's victory over Narakasura is remembered with the pre-dawn oil bath, a lamp for Yama (Yama deepam) at the doorway at dusk, and the first fireworks of the week. Gujarat and Bengal keep it as Kali Chaudas; Goa burns Narakasura effigies at dawn.
The week in order
Dhanteras Wednesday 27 October → Narak Chaturdashi Thursday 28 → Diwali Friday 29 October → Govardhan Puja Saturday 30 → Bhai Dooj Sunday 31 October. Every date above is computed on the ephemeris; the free panchang gives the tithi for your own city.
Common questions
When is Narak Chaturdashi in 2027?
Thursday 28 October 2027 — the day before Diwali; the tithi runs from 10:52 PM on 27 October to 8:50 PM on 28 October.
What is the abhyanga snan time?
Before sunrise on 28 October — roughly 5:15 AM to sunrise at 6:31 AM in Delhi, while Chaturdashi is running with the Moon in Chitra/Swati.
Is Choti Diwali the same as Narak Chaturdashi?
Yes — Choti Diwali, Narak Chaturdashi, Roop Chaudas and Kali Chaudas are the same day.
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