Somvati Amavasya 2026: Date, Snan-Daan Muhurat, Puja & Vrat Vidhi,

When a New Moon day (Amavasya) falls on a Monday (Somvar), it is celebrated as Somvati Amavasya. In Hindu tradition, this is considered one of the most spiritually powerful days of the year. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, and ancestral rituals (Pitru Tarpan), Somvati Amavasya in 2026 brings an incredibly rare and auspicious alignment.

Whether you are looking for the exact Udaya Tithi timings, the best time for holy bathing (Snan), or the specific remedies to clear Pitru Dosha, this comprehensive guide has everything you need to know.

Somvati Amavasya 2026: Date & Auspicious Timings (Muhurat)

In 2026, the primary and most significant Somvati Amavasya falls in the month of June. While the Tithi begins on a Sunday, according to Hindu tradition, fasts and rituals are observed based on the Udaya Tithi (the tithi prevailing at sunrise). Therefore, Somvati Amavasya will be celebrated on Monday, June 15, 2026.

Note: A second Somvati Amavasya will also occur later in the year during Kartika month on November 9, 2026. However, the June alignment is highly unique due to concurrent planetary shifts (including the Sun’s transit into Gemini).

Why Somvati Amavasya 2026 is Spiritually Unique

According to Vedic astrology, the June 2026 Somvati Amavasya is marked by highly rare celestial alignments. The day marks the intersection of:

• The Purushottam / Adhik Maas energy residue.

• The Solar Transit (Surya Gochar): Lord Surya (the Sun) enters Mithun Rashi (Gemini), generating strong positive shifts for multiple zodiac signs—especially Cancer, Leo, and Aries.

• The Monday-Shiva Connection: Monday is directly ruled by Lord Shiva, making it the ultimate day to dissolve negative planetary karmas, particularly those involving a weak Moon in your birth chart.

Step-by-Step Puja Vidhi (Worship Rituals)

To reap the full spiritual rewards of this sacred day, follow this traditional worship method:

Powerful Remedies (Upay) for Pitru Dosha & Prosperity

If you have been facing continuous obstacles in your career, delays in marriage, or financial strain, astrological experts highly recommend performing these simple remedies on Somvati Amavasya:

• For Ancestral Peace (Pitru Dosha Nivaran): Set aside the first chapati or a small portion of sattvik food for cows, crows, and dogs. This simple act pleases your ancestors and brings family harmony.

• To Strengthen a Weak Moon: If you suffer from anxiety, mood swings, or mental unrest, chant the mantra Om Shram Shreem Shroum Sah Chandraya Namah 108 times. Donating silver or dairy products on this day also strengthens the Moon.

• For Marital Bliss: Married women observing the Somvati Amavasya Vrat should offer vermilion (Sindoor) to Goddess Parvati and then apply a bit to their own foreheads. This is believed to grant longevity and prosperity to husbands.

What to Avoid on Somvati Amavasya

To ensure your energy stays pure and your prayers are unhindered, maintain these strict guidelines throughout the day:

🚫 Do Not Consume: Avoid non-vegetarian food, alcohol, garlic, onions, and heavy fried foods.

🚫 Avoid Negative Behaviors: Do not engage in arguments, speak harshly, or lie. Maintain a calm, meditative mindset.

🚫 Physical Restraints: Traditional customs suggest avoiding haircuts, shaving, or clipping nails on any Amavasya tithi.

By aligning your day with these ancient practices on June 15, 2026, you can invite profound peace, remove persistent life obstacles, and honor the divine energies of nature and lineage.

The most widely recited Somvati Amavasya Vrat Katha is the story of a poor Brahmin family, a devout daughter, and a virtuous washerwoman named Sona. It explains why circumambulating (walking around) the Peepal tree 108 times is central to this fast.

The Story of the Brahmin’s Daughter and Sona Dhobin

Long ago, there lived a poor Brahmin couple who had a beautiful, virtuous daughter. As she grew into marriageable age, the family found themselves in despair because every prospective match fell through, and they lacked the money for a proper wedding.

One day, a wise traveling sage visited their home. Looking closely at the daughter’s palm, he sighed deeply and revealed a dark prophecy: The girl was destined to become a widow immediately after her marriage.

The devastated mother begged the sage for a remedy. Moving by her grief, the sage told them of a solution:

“Far from here, across the ocean, lives a virtuous washerwoman named Sona Dhobin. If your daughter travels to her house, serves her selflessly, and gets Sona to apply her own bridal vermilion (Sindoor) onto her forehead on a Monday that aligns with Amavasya, her tragic destiny will be erased.”

The Journey of Service

The young girl set out immediately. She arrived at Sona’s house and secretly began performing all the household chores before dawn—sweeping the floors, fetching water, and cleaning the courtyard—and leaving before anyone woke up.

Sona Dhobin, noticing her house magically clean every morning, was puzzled. She asked her daughters-in-law who was doing the work, but they too were clueless. To solve the mystery, Sona stayed awake all night and caught the Brahmin’s daughter in the act.

When asked why she was doing this, the girl broke down and narrated her tragic prophecy. Touched by the girl’s humility, devotion, and selfless service, Sona agreed to help.

The Test of Destiny

The next morning happened to be Somvati Amavasya. Sona Dhobin walked with the girl to her home. The moment Sona stepped into the house and applied her own Sindoor to the Brahmin daughter’s forehead, Sona’s own husband—who was thousands of miles away—suddenly collapsed and died, as the tragic fate of widowhood was transferred.

Sona realized what had happened. She immediately rushed to a nearby Peepal tree. Because she was traveling, she had no standard puja offerings or sweets with her. Instead, she gathered 108 small bricks, pebbles, and pieces of fruit. With deep devotion to Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, she circumambulated (Pradakshina) the Peepal tree 108 times, offering a pebble or fruit with each turn.

The Miracle

Pleased by Sona’s profound devotion and selfless sacrifice, Lord Vishnu blessed her. Instantly, her husband’s life was restored across the ocean. The Brahmin’s daughter was freed from her curse and went on to live a long, happy, and prosperous married life.

The Spiritual Takeaway

From that day onward, the tradition of fasting on Somvati Amavasya began.

It is believed that married women who keep a fast on this day, worship the Peepal tree, and complete 108 rounds while offering small tokens (like fruits, sweets, or threads) ensure the longevity, health, and prosperity of their husbands and families, while clearing away deep ancestral blockages.

The 108 rounds around the Peepal tree—known as Ashwatha Pradakshina—are the spiritual core of the Somvati Amavasya fast. According to Hindu scriptures, Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi reside in the Peepal tree, making this ritual a powerful way to invite prosperity, erase sins, and ensure the longevity of one’s family.

To perform the ritual correctly, traditional items are used to count each round, alongside a strict set of rules.

Traditional Items Offered During the 108 Rounds

You should never perform the circumambulation empty-handed. For each of the 108 rounds, you must offer a small token item at the base of the tree. Traditionally, women place these items in a basket before starting.

Depending on your specific prayer or Sankalpa (intention), you can choose one of the following items:

💡 The Rule of Giving: Once the 108 rounds are complete, all 108 items used for counting must be donated to a priest, a married woman, or someone in need. They should not be brought back inside your home for personal use.

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Step-by-Step Rules for Performing the 108 Pradakshina

To ensure the spiritual energy of the ritual is properly directed, follow these strict procedural guidelines:

Critical Distinctions to Keep in Mind

• The Thread Rule: Many women like to wrap a raw cotton thread (Moli) around the tree trunk. If you choose to do this, you can wrap the thread continuously for the first few rounds, tie it off, and then use your chosen items (like fruits or nuts) to complete the remaining count up to 108.

• Do Not Touch on Sunday: If an Amavasya tithi begins on a Sunday, remember that traditional scriptures strictly forbid touching the Peepal tree on Sundays. Since today is Monday (June 15, 2026), you can freely perform the puja and touch the tree to seek blessings.