When is Amavasya in May 2026?

The date and exact tithi window for May 2026 are listed above for the city you selected, because Amavasya is fixed by the tithi running at your own sunrise.

Can the May 2026 Amavasya date differ from an Indian calendar?

Yes. US sunrise falls nine to twelve hours after Indian sunrise, so the udaya tithi — and therefore the observance day — can land a day earlier or later.

What is done on Amavasya?

It is the traditional day for pitru tarpan and shraddha, charity and, in some families, a fast. Somvati Amavasya (a Monday Amavasya) is considered especially auspicious.

Amavasya May 2026— Amavasya date and tithi time in May 2026

Edison / Iselin, NJ · EDT

Amavasya in May 2026

Vaishakha Amavasya
Saturday, May 16, 2026
Tithi 7:41 PM – 4:00 PM · sunrise 5:40 AM

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Frequently asked questions

When is Amavasya in May 2026?: The date and exact tithi window for May 2026 are listed above for the city you selected, because Amavasya is fixed by the tithi running at your own sunrise.
Can the May 2026 Amavasya date differ from an Indian calendar?: Yes. US sunrise falls nine to twelve hours after Indian sunrise, so the udaya tithi — and therefore the observance day — can land a day earlier or later.
What is done on Amavasya?: It is the traditional day for pitru tarpan and shraddha, charity and, in some families, a fast. Somvati Amavasya (a Monday Amavasya) is considered especially auspicious.

See is it Amavasya today or Purnima dates.