Rahu Kaal Today in New York
Rahu Kaal (Rahu Kalam) is an inauspicious 90-minute planetary period occurring every day between sunrise and sunset. Classical Vedic astrology strongly advises avoiding new undertakings, financial contracts, travel, and auspicious ceremonies during this period.
Companion Timings for New York
Alongside Rahu Kaal, Vedic astrology tracks other planetary divisions to help you pick the most auspicious muhurta today:
Yamaganda Kalam
Governed by Yama (God of Death). Inauspicious for commencement of important work or journeys.
Gulika Kalam
Governed by Gulika (son of Saturn). Any activity begun during Gulika tends to repeat itself.
Abhijit Muhurta
The golden mid-day muhurta blessed by Lord Vishnu, capable of nullifying astrological doshas.
Weekly Rahu Kaal Schedule for New York
Calculated precisely for latitude 40.71°N, longitude -74.01°E using local solar divisions:
| Day of the Week | Rahu Kaal Timing | Daytime Division | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SundayTODAY | 5:12 PM – 6:40 PM | Part 8 of 8 | Upcoming Today |
| Monday | 8:21 AM – 9:49 AM | Part 2 of 8 | Upcoming |
| Tuesday | 3:43 PM – 5:12 PM | Part 7 of 8 | Upcoming |
| Wednesday | 12:46 PM – 2:15 PM | Part 5 of 8 | Upcoming |
| Thursday | 2:15 PM – 3:43 PM | Part 6 of 8 | Upcoming |
| Friday | 11:18 AM – 12:46 PM | Part 4 of 8 | Upcoming |
| Saturday | 9:49 AM – 11:18 AM | Part 3 of 8 | Upcoming |
Classical Rules: What to Do and What to Avoid in Rahu Kaal
🚫 Strictly Prohibited Activities
- Signing legal contracts, property deeds, or financial agreements.
- Commencing new businesses, trade deals, or launching products.
- Griha Pravesh (housewarming) and wedding rituals (Vivah Sanskar).
- Starting a journey or traveling to far destinations.
- Purchasing gold, valuable assets, or new vehicles.
✅ Permitted & Recommended Activities
- Rahu Shanti Pooja, Kal Sarp Dosh remedies, and Durga Saptashati path.
- Continuing routine tasks that were already initiated before Rahu Kaal began.
- Taking medical prescriptions or seeking healing treatments.
- Meditation and introspection — spiritual pursuits are unaffected.
- Charity of black sesame, mustard oil, or blue cloth to the needy.