January 2026 Ekadashi, Poornima, Amavasya dates: Check full list with moonrise timings

January 2026 ushers in a spiritually significant month for millions of Hindus across India, marked by key lunar dates including Ekadashi, Poornima (full moon) and Amavasya (new moon). These dates, tied closely to religious observances, fasting traditions and cultural rituals, offer devotees clear milestones for worship, fasting and reflection.

January 2026 Ekadashi Date

Ekadashi tithis are sacred to devotees of Lord Vishnu and are observed with fasting and prayer. In January 2026, there are two major Ekadashis:

• Shattila Ekadashi: January 14, Wednesday (tithi spans Jan 13 afternoon to Jan 14 evening)
• Jaya Ekadashi: January 29, Thursday (tithi spans Jan 28 evening to Jan 29 afternoon)

Fasting on these days is believed to purify the body and mind and bring spiritual benefit.

January 2026 Purnima or Poornima Date

In the Hindu calendar, Poornima marks the full moon day, considered auspicious for fasting, spiritual practices and certain rituals like Satyanarayan Puja.

Pausha Poornima: January 3, 2026, Saturday
According to panchang sources, the full moon tithi begins late on January 2 and continues into January 3, making it the principal full moon of the month.

Moonrise timings

For New Delhi and much of northern India, the full moon will rise around sunset on January 3 because a full moon typically rises roughly around sunset and stays visible through the night.
Sunset in early January in New Delhi is around 5:35–5:40 PM local time, with moonrise following soon after.
This makes the early evening of January 3 ideal for viewing the full moon.

January 2026 Amavasya date

New moon days hold particular importance in Hindu tradition for performing Shraddha, ancestor rites, charity and introspective practices.

Magh Amavasya (new moon): January 18, 2026, Sunday
The Amavasya tithi begins shortly after midnight early on Jan 18, extending into Jan 19.

On this day, the moon is not visible in the sky — offering a symbolic time of renewal, letting go, and spiritual discipline.

What these dates mean for devotees

Ekadashi days are traditionally observed with fasting, restraint and devotional worship of Lord Vishnu.

Poornima attracts devotees to perform special pujas, moonlit prayers, and community gatherings.

Amavasya is often chosen for ancestor rites, donating to charity, and meditative practices aimed at inner peace.

January 2026 Ekadashi, Purnima, Amavasya full list

Date	Occasion	Notes
Jan 3	Poornima (full moon)	Full moon tithi, ideal for Purnima vrat & worship
Jan 14	Shattila Ekadashi	Ekadashi fasting day
Jan 18	Amavasya (new moon)	Moonless night for Shraddha & meditation
Jan 29	Jaya Ekadashi	Second Ekadashi fasting day

As the month unfolds, devotees across India will align these lunar dates with age-old traditions, from dawn prayers to evening moon gazing, making January 2026 a deeply meaningful period on the Hindu spiritual calendar.
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Note: Local moonrise times can vary slightly by location and should be checked with a regional panchang or astronomical source on the day.