Amavasya 2023 Dates, Time and Types / अमावस्या २०२३

About Amavasya –

Amavasya, also known as the “New Moon” or “No Moon” day, is an important day in the Hindu calendar. It marks the end of one lunar month and the beginning of another. On this day, the moon is not visible in the sky, and it is believed to be a time of transition and new beginnings.

Amavasya is not considered to be an auspicious day for performing religious rituals and ceremonies. It is believed that performing these rituals on Amavasya will not brings blessings and prosperity.

Many people visit temples, perform puja, and offer prayers to the gods and goddesses on this day. It is also an important day for performing ancestor worship and performing rituals for the dead.

Amavasya is also not considered to be an auspicious day for starting new ventures, such as buying a new house, car, or starting a new business.

Following are the start date, times for every Amavasya in 2023 –

जानेवारी अमावस्या २०२३ / January Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

महिना / Month – जानेवारी / January
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – २०/०१/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – उ.रात्री ०६.१७ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – २१/०१/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – उ.रात्री ०२.२३ पर्यंत

फेब्रुवारी अमावस्या २०२३ / February Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

महिना / Month – फेब्रुवारी / February
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – १९/०२/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – दुपारी ०४.१९ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – २०/०२/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – दुपारी १२.३६ पर्यंत

मार्च अमावस्या २०२३ / March Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

महिना / Month – मार्च / March
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – २०/०३/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – रात्री ०१.४७ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – २१/०३/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – रात्री १०.५३ पर्यंत

एप्रिल अमावस्या २०२३ / April Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

महिना / Month – एप्रिल / April
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – १९/०४/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – सकाळी ११.२३ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – २०/०४/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – सकाळी ०९.४२ पर्यंत

मे अमावस्या २०२३ / May Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

May 19, 2023, is the date of Jyeshtha Amavasya, which falls on a Friday.

In the Hindu calendar, Jyeshtha is considered to be the third month of the year and is associated with the arrival of the monsoon season in India.

Amavasya is the new moon day, which is an important day for performing sacred rituals and seeking blessings from ancestors.

On Jyeshtha Amavasya, people often offer prayers to their ancestors and seek their blessings for good health, prosperity, and success.

It is believed that performing these rituals on this day can bring peace to the ancestors’ souls and help their descendants to lead a happy and fulfilling life.

Overall, Jyeshtha Amavasya is an important day in the Hindu calendar and holds great significance for those who follow the traditions and customs of this ancient religion.

महिना / Month – मे / May
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – १८/०५/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – रात्री ०९.४२ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – १९/०५/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – रात्री ०९.२२ पर्यंत

जून अमावस्या २०२३ / June Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

June 17, 2023 is the date for Ashadha Amavasya, falling on a Saturday as per the Indian Hindu calendar. Amavasya marks the day of the new moon and holds significant importance in the Hindu religion.

On this day, many religious programs and worship ceremonies take place, which are considered very auspicious for the devotees. Ashadha Amavasya is an important day for followers of the Hindu religion.

महिना / Month – जून / June
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – १७/०६/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – सकाळी ०९.११ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – १८/०६/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – सकाळी १०.०६ पर्यंत

जुलै अमावस्या २०२३ / July Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

On July 17, 2023, Hindus will celebrate the Shravana Amavasya, which is believed to be a highly auspicious day for religious ceremonies and seeking blessings. It is said that on this day, one can attain moksha or liberation from their sins.

Apart from Shravana Amavasya, July is also an important month for various festivals and events in India. One of the major festivals is Guru Purnima, which falls on July 3, 2023. It is a day of expressing gratitude to gurus or teachers who have played a significant role in one’s life.

ऑगस्ट अमावस्या २०२३ / August Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

August 16, 2023 is the date for Shravana Adhik Amavasya, which falls on a Wednesday as per the Indian Hindu calendar. This Amavasya is known as the “extra month” Amavasya, which occurs once every few years due to the lunar calendar’s alignment. Shravana Adhik Amavasya is believed to be an auspicious day for offering prayers and performing religious rituals to appease ancestors.

On this day, Hindus believe that performing charity, offering food to the poor, and performing sacred rituals can help appease the ancestors and provide them with peace in the afterlife. It is also believed that performing such rituals on this day can bring prosperity and good fortune to the performer and their family.

Apart from Shravana Adhik Amavasya, August is also an important month for various Hindu festivals such as Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, and Ganesh Chaturthi. These festivals are celebrated with great fervor across India and mark significant events in the Hindu mythology.

Overall, August is a month of religious significance and festivities in India, with Shravana Adhik Amavasya being a rare and auspicious day for performing sacred rituals to honor the ancestors.

महिना / Month – ऑगस्ट / August
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – १५/०८/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – दुपारी १२.४२ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – १६/०८/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – दुपारी ०३.०७ पर्यंत

सप्टेंबर अमावस्या २०२३ / September Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

September 14, 2023, falls on a Thursday and marks the date of Bhadrapada Amavasya, an important day for Hindus worldwide. Bhadrapada Amavasya is believed to be a day of new beginnings, and it holds great significance for starting new ventures or commencing new projects.

On this day, devotees perform various rituals, including offering food and water to ancestors, to seek their blessings and protection. It is believed that performing such rituals on Bhadrapada Amavasya can bring peace and harmony to one’s life and fulfill their desires.

Apart from Bhadrapada Amavasya, September is an eventful month in India, with various festivals and cultural events taking place. One of the most significant events is the nine-day long festival of Navratri, which celebrates the triumph of good over evil. It is a time of great festivities and joy, with devotees fasting, performing special prayers, and taking part in colorful dances.

महिना / Month – सप्टेंबर / September
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – १४/०९/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – पहाटे ०४.४८ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – १५/०९/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – सकाळी ०७.०९ पर्यंत

ऑक्‍टोबर अमावस्या २०२३ / October Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

October 14, 2023, is an important day for Hindus worldwide as it marks the date of Ashwina Amavasya, which falls on a Saturday. Devotees observe this day by performing various rituals to seek the blessings of their ancestors and attain inner peace. It is believed that performing these rituals on this day can bring prosperity, success, and good fortune.

महिना / Month – ऑक्‍टोबर / October
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – १३/१०/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – रात्री ०९.५० नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – १४/१०/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – रात्री ११.२४ पर्यंत

नोव्हेंबर अमावस्या २०२३ / November Amavasya 2023 Date and Time-

Kartika Amavasya, which falls on November 13, 2023, is a significant day for Hindus worldwide. It is observed on the no moon day of the Kartika month, and devotees perform various rituals to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva and their ancestors.

It is believed that observing fasts, taking a holy dip in rivers, and performing special prayers on this day can help one attain inner peace, purify their soul, and get rid of their sins. Additionally, it is a time when various cultural and spiritual events take place across India, making it a joyful and festive time for everyone.

महिना / Month – नोव्हेंबर / November
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – १२/११/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – दुपारी ०२.४४ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – १३/११/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – दुपारी ०२.५६ पर्यंत

डिसेंबर अमावस्या २०२३ / December Amavasya 2023 Date and Time –

December 12, 2023, is an important day for Hindus as it marks the date of Margashirsha Amavasya, which falls on a Tuesday. Devotees observe this day by performing various rituals to seek the blessings of their ancestors and attain inner peace. It is believed that performing these rituals on this day can bring prosperity, success, and good fortune.

महिना / Month – डिसेंबर / December
प्रारंभ तारीख / Start Date – ११/१२/२०२३
प्रारंभ वेळ / Start Time – उ.रात्री ०६.२४ नंतर
समाप्त तारीख / End Date – २/१२/२०२३
समाप्त वेळ / End Time – उ.रात्री ०५.०१ पर्यंत

Complete List of Amavasya in 2023

Month	Date	Day	Amavasya
January	January 21, 2023	Saturday	Magha Amavasya
February	February 20, 2023	Monday	Phalguna Amavasya
March	March 21, 2023	Tuesday	Chaitra Amavasya
April	April 19, 2023	Wednesday	Vaishakha Amavasya
May	May 19, 2023	Friday	Jyeshtha Amavasya
June	June 17, 2023	Saturday	Ashadha Amavasya
July	July 17, 2023	Monday	Shravana Amavasya
August	August 16, 2023	Wednesday	Shravana Adhik Amavasya
September	September 14, 2023	Thursday	Bhadrapada Amavasya
October	October 14, 2023	Saturday	Ashwina Amavasya
November	November 13, 2023	Monday	Kartika Amavasya
December	December 12, 2023	Tuesday	Margashirsha Amavasya

Amavasya 2023 Dates

Types of Amavasya

There are several types of Amavasya, each with its own significance and importance in Hinduism. Some of the main types of Amavasya are:

Shradh Amavasya:

This Amavasya is dedicated to the ancestors and is considered to be an auspicious day for performing rituals for the dead. It is believed that performing these rituals on this day helps to bring peace to the souls of the ancestors.

Mahalaya Amavasya:

This Amavasya is considered to be the most significant Amavasya in the Bengali calendar. It is the first day of the Durga Puja festival and is celebrated as the day when Lord Vishnu sent Durga to defeat the demon Mahishasura.

Pitru Amavasya:

This Amavasya is also dedicated to ancestors and is considered to be an auspicious day for performing rituals for the dead. It is believed that performing these rituals on this day helps to bring peace to the souls of the ancestors.

Maha Amavasya:

This is the Amavasya that occurs only once in every 19 years, it is considered to be the most significant Amavasya among all the Amavasya .

Solar Eclipse Amavasya:

This Amavasya is considered to be particularly significant as it occurs during a solar eclipse. It is believed that performing religious rituals on this day brings even more blessings and prosperity.

Lunar Eclipse Amavasya:

This Amavasya is considered to be particularly significant as it occurs during a lunar eclipse. It is believed that performing religious rituals on this day brings even more blessings and prosperity.

When These Amavasya appear in the Caledar 2023 –

Chaitra Amavasya – occurs in the month of Chaitra (March-April)
Vaishakha Amavasya – occurs in the month of Vaishakha (April-May)
Jyestha Amavasya – occurs in the month of Jyestha (May-June)
Ashadha Amavasya – occurs in the month of Ashadha (June-July)
Shravana Amavasya – occurs in the month of Shravana (July-August)
Bhadrapada Amavasya – occurs in the month of Bhadrapada (August-September)
Ashwin Amavasya – occurs in the month of Ashwin (September-October)
Kartik Amavasya – occurs in the month of Kartik (October-November)
Margashirsha Amavasya – occurs in the month of Margashirsha (November-December)
Paush Amavasya – occurs in the month of Paush (December-January)
Magha Amavasya – occurs in the month of Magha (January-February)
Phalguna Amavasya – occurs in the month of Phalguna (February-March)

Conclusion:

It is important to note that the significance and importance of these Amavasya may vary according to the location and the Hindu calendar followed.

How Many Amavasya are there in 2023?

There are 12 Amavasya in the year 2023 according to the Hindu calendar. Please check in details with dat, time, month.

What are the different names of Amavasya in 2023?

Following are the name of Amavasya – Chaitra, Vaishakha, Jyestha, Ashadha, Shravana, Bhadrapada, Ashwin, Kartik, Margashirsha, Paush, Magha, Phalguna.