Chandra Grahan March 2026 On Holi; Check Date, Sutak Kaal Timings, Visibility In India And Other Details

Author: Kashish Rai
Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:47 AM (IST)
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Chandra Grahan March 2026: The first lunar eclipse of 2026 is set to take place on 3rd March 2026 in the Leo zodiac sign (Singh Rashi) and Purva Phalguni Nakshatra. This Chantra Grahan is taking place on the day of Holika Dahan. This lunar eclipse will be visible in India, and the Sutak Kaal will be prevalent in India for this Chandra Grahan. Check out all the important details regarding the Chandra Grahan Sutak Kaal time, visibility timings in India, along with other important details below:

Chandra Grahan March 2026: Date And Time

- Chandra Grahan March 2026 Date: 3rd March 2026, Tuesday

- Chandra Grahan March 2026 Starts: 06:26 PM

- Chandra Grahan March 2026 Ends: 06:46 PM

As per Drik Panchang, the total duration of the Chandra Grahan is 20 Minutes 31 Seconds.

Chandra Grahan March 2026: Other Important Timings Of Eclipse

- First Contact with the Penumbra: 02:16 PM

- First Contact with the Umbra: 03:21 PM

- Total Phase Begins: 04:35 PM

- Maximum of Lunar Eclipse: 05:04 PM

- Total Phase Ends: 05:33 PM

- Last Contact with the Umbra: 06:46 PM

- Last Contact with the Penumbra: 07:52 PM

Chandra Grahan March 2026: Sutak Kaal Timings

According to the Panchang, the Sutak kaal for Chandra Grahan will begin around 09:39 AM on the morning of 3rd March 2026, and end around 06:46 PM.

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The first lunar eclipse of the year 2026 is set to take place on 3rd March. (Image Source: Canva)

Chandra Grahan March 2026: Visibility In India And Around The World

According to astrologers, this eclipse will be visible from different parts of India, but not necessarily in the same way everywhere. For most of India, it will be visible, except in a few places in the extreme west of India. It will begin in the evening, and for most of India, it will be visible at moonrise, except in some parts of Northeast India and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. In addition to India, it will also be visible from parts of East Asia, Australia, and the Pacific and the American regions.

Chandra Grahan March 2026: Significance Of Lunar Eclipse In Astrology

After the Sun, the Moon is the second most important planet in astrology among the nine celestial bodies. No astrological chart or calculation is complete without mentioning the Moon. That is why the Moon holds such prominence in astrological accounts.

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From the scientific point of view, the Moon is the controller of gravity and the water component of the Earth. It is the closest body to the Earth and hence exerts direct control over the Earth. Anything and everything happening to the Moon, whether big or small, seems to have repercussions for the Earth, especially if it is something significant like an eclipse.

(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)

Frequently Asked Questions

When Is The Lunar Eclipse On Holi In 2026, And What Are Its Main Timings?

The first lunar eclipse of 2026 will occur on March 3, the day of Phalguna Purnima, or Holi. According to Indian Standard Time, this eclipse will begin at 3:20 PM and end at 6:47 PM. The maximum eclipse will be between 6:33 PM and 6:40 PM.

When Will Holika Dahan Take Place If There Is Grahan On March 3rd 2026?

Since the eclipse will occur on the evening of March 3rd, burning Holika at that time is not considered scripturally appropriate due to the Sutak period. According to astrologers, this time, it will be most auspicious to burn Holika on the night of March 2nd, after the end of Bhadra (approximately between 7:30 PM and 11:00 PM). Holi with colours will be celebrated on March 4th.