Hindu Panchang Melbourne 2026

Today's Tithi, Nakshatra & Muhurat

Melbourne, Australia

Timezone: Australia/Melbourne UTC+11 DST: UTC+10

Indian community: ~200,000 Indians

India is
-5h 30m
ahead of Melbourne

Today's Panchang for Melbourne

Panchang times shown for Australia/Melbourne timezone. Tithi and nakshatra are the same worldwide, but muhurat and Rahu Kaal times are calculated based on local sunrise in Melbourne.

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Panchang Time Reference for Melbourne

Time Difference from India

When it's 6:00 AM in Melbourne, it's 1:30 AM IST in India.

India Standard Time (IST) is UTC+5:30 • Melbourne is Australia/Melbourne

Sunrise & Sunset

Sunrise: 7:10 AM
Sunset: 5:30 PM

Approximate times. Actual sunrise/sunset vary by date and season.

Daylight Saving Time (DST)

Melbourne observes DST. Spring forward: October 4, 2026. Fall back: April 5, 2026.

During DST, all muhurat times shift by 1 hour. Ensure you use the correct local time for puja and muhurat calculations.

2026 Festivals

2026 Key Hindu Dates for Melbourne

Festival dates follow the Hindu lunar calendar and are the same date worldwide. Muhurat and puja timing differ by city based on local sunrise.

Phalguna Purnima (Holi) फाल्गुन पूर्णिमा

Puja muhurat based on Melbourne sunrise (7:10 AM approx.)

Wed, March 25, 2026
Australia/Melbourne
Chaitra Purnima (Hanuman Jayanti) चैत्र पूर्णिमा

Puja muhurat based on Melbourne sunrise (7:10 AM approx.)

Thu, April 23, 2026
Australia/Melbourne
Nirjala Ekadashi ज्येष्ठ शुक्ल एकादशी

Puja muhurat based on Melbourne sunrise (7:10 AM approx.)

Tue, June 16, 2026
Australia/Melbourne
Devshayani Ekadashi आषाढ़ शुक्ल एकादशी

Puja muhurat based on Melbourne sunrise (7:10 AM approx.)

Thu, July 16, 2026
Australia/Melbourne
Ashadha Purnima (Guru Purnima) आषाढ़ पूर्णिमा

Puja muhurat based on Melbourne sunrise (7:10 AM approx.)

Tue, July 21, 2026
Australia/Melbourne
Shravana Purnima (Raksha Bandhan) श्रावण पूर्णिमा

Puja muhurat based on Melbourne sunrise (7:10 AM approx.)

Wed, August 19, 2026
Australia/Melbourne
Ashwin Purnima (Sharad Purnima) अश्विन पूर्णिमा

Puja muhurat based on Melbourne sunrise (7:10 AM approx.)

Sat, October 17, 2026
Australia/Melbourne
Kartik Amavasya (Diwali) कार्तिक अमावस्या

Puja muhurat based on Melbourne sunrise (7:10 AM approx.)

Sun, November 1, 2026
Australia/Melbourne
Devuthani Ekadashi कार्तिक शुक्ल एकादशी

Puja muhurat based on Melbourne sunrise (7:10 AM approx.)

Wed, November 11, 2026
Australia/Melbourne

Why Panchang Times Differ by City

The Hindu panchang has two types of calculations: universal and local.

Universal (same everywhere): Tithi (lunar day), Nakshatra (lunar mansion), Yoga, and Karana depend on the Moon's position relative to the Sun. Since the Moon's position is the same for all observers on Earth, these values are identical in Melbourne and India.

Local (depends on city): Muhurat (auspicious time), Rahu Kaal (inauspicious period), Brahma Muhurta, and Abhijit Muhurta are all calculated from local sunrise and sunset. Since sunrise in Melbourne (7:10 AM) differs significantly from Delhi (~5:30-6:30 AM IST), these timings will be different.

For accurate puja and muhurat in Melbourne, always use panchang data calculated for Australia/Melbourne timezone, not India-based timings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hindu panchang different in Melbourne?

Tithi and nakshatra are the same worldwide because they depend on the Moon's position relative to the Sun, which is universal. However, muhurat times (like Brahma Muhurta, Abhijit Muhurta, and Rahu Kaal) depend on local sunrise, which differs in Melbourne (Australia/Melbourne) compared to India. Always use local sunrise-based calculations for muhurat.

When is Diwali 2026 in Melbourne?

Diwali 2026 falls on November 1, 2026 (Sunday). The date is the same in Melbourne and India since it follows the Hindu lunar calendar (Kartik Amavasya). However, Lakshmi Puja muhurat timing will differ based on Melbourne's local sunset and Pradosh Kaal.

How to find the right muhurat for Melbourne?

To calculate muhurat for Melbourne, you need the local sunrise and sunset times for your specific date. Muhurat divisions (like Rahu Kaal, Abhijit Muhurta) are calculated by dividing daytime into 8 equal parts. Use Melbourne's sunrise (approximately 7:10 AM) for accurate results. Join our waitlist for automated daily muhurat calculations.

Is there a Hindu temple near Melbourne?

Yes, Melbourne has an active Indian community (~200,000 Indians) with several Hindu temples. Search for "Hindu temple near Melbourne" for the nearest mandir. Many temples also organize panchang-based events, kirtans, and festival celebrations.

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