When is Somvati Amavasya on June 14 or 15, 2026? Check date, timings and significance

Amavasya is the most significant day in Hindu religion. The day holds a great religious, astrological and spiritual significance among Hindus. There are 12 Amavasya observances in a year and it falls once in a month. Amavasya is the New Moon day. Amavasya is devoted to worship ancestors or forefathers. Amavasya that falls on Monday or Somvar is known as Somvati Amavasya.

When is Somvati Amavasya 2026?

This month, Somvati Amavasya is going to be observed on June 15, 2026.

Somvati Anavasya 2026: Significance

Somvati Amnavasya is one of the most powerful days in Hinduism. Amavasya that falls on Monday is known as Somvati Amavasya. The word Som means Monday and Amavasya is New Moon day. This day holds an immense religious and spiritual significance among Hindus. There are 12 Amavasya observances in a year and few Amavasya's are extremely powerful. The day is dedicated to worship ancestors or forefathers. Devotees believe that worshipping ancestors, doing charity and performing various spiritual activities on this day bring peace, prosperity and spiritual growth in life so one must get engaged in these practices for spiritual merit. The day is considered highly auspicious for spiritual bath which means a large number of devotees perform Ganga Snan. Taking a plunge in Ganga river is believed to be meritorious and rewarding so one must follow that.

Somvati Amavasya 2026: Rituals

1. Before beginning puja rites, people get up early and take a bath.
2. In the puja room, light a diya with desi ghee in the name of ancestors'.
3. Get sattvik food ready and invite a priest or brahmin, who can perform pitru tarpan.
4. Give the priest or brahmin food, clothing, and dakshina.
6. Spiritual development is believed to be greatly aided by this day.
7. After completing pitru puja, you must chant different Vedic mantras devoted to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.
8. Give food, clothing, and dakshina to those in need.