Sunrise Sunset Calculator
Calculate accurate sunrise and sunset times for your location. Essential for religious ceremonies, Sandhya Vandanam, and auspicious timing calculations.
Sunrise and Sunset Times
Accurate sunrise and sunset times are the foundation of all Vedic astrological calculations. They define the length of the day ('Dinman') and the night ('Ratriman') and mark the beginning of the Hindu lunar day.
Astrological Importance
1. **Tithi Calculation**: Tithis are valid from sunrise to sunrise.
2. **Rahu Kaal**: Calculated based on the difference between sunrise and sunset.
3. **Rituals**: Morning rituals (Sandhyavandanam) and fasting times depend on these exact moments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why do sunrise times differ?
Due to the Earth's accumulation and latitude, the sun rises earlier in the East and later in the West.
Q. Does it affect my horoscope?
Yes, your Ascendant (Lagna) is determined by the exact time of sunrise at your place of birth.