AstrologgerWhen is the next Purnima?
Next Purnima: Tuesday, 24 November 2026 (Kartik Purnima) — tithi 23 Nov 11:43 PM to 24 Nov 8:23 PM (New Delhi).
Purnima, the full-moon day of each lunar month, is a day of vrat, holy bathing and charity. Several are major festivals — Buddha Purnima, Guru Purnima, Sharad Purnima and Kartik Purnima. Dates below are computed for New Delhi.
The next 3 Purnima dates
| Date | Name | Tithi window |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, 24 November 2026 | Kartik Purnima | 23 Nov 11:43 PM to 24 Nov 8:23 PM |
| Wednesday, 23 December 2026 | Margashirsha Purnima | 23 Dec 10:47 AM to 24 Dec 6:58 AM |
| Friday, 22 January 2027 | Pausha Purnima | 21 Jan 9:30 PM to 22 Jan 5:47 PM |
All dates & times computed for New Delhi (IST) with the Swiss Ephemeris + Lahiri ayanamsa.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next Purnima?+
The next Purnima is Kartik Purnima on Tuesday, 24 November 2026, tithi 23 Nov 11:43 PM to 24 Nov 8:23 PM (New Delhi). After that: Wednesday, 23 December 2026; Friday, 22 January 2027.
How many Purnima are in 2026?+
There are 13 Purnima in 2026 for the Delhi region — one full moon in each lunar month (plus an extra in a leap month).
What is done on Purnima?+
Purnima is observed with fasting, a holy dip, Satyanarayan puja and charity. Many Purnimas are also major festivals.
Which Purnimas are festivals?+
Buddha Purnima (Vaishakha), Guru Purnima (Ashadha), Raksha Bandhan (Shravana), Sharad Purnima (Ashwin) and Kartik Purnima are the most celebrated.
How is Purnima Vrat observed?+
The vrat is typically kept from sunrise, broken after sighting the moon in the evening. Many perform Satyanarayan katha and puja, take a holy dip, and give charity. Fasting styles range from nirjala to fruit-only — a personal choice.