Buddha Purnima 2026: Date, Tithi & Significance
Buddha Purnima 2026 falls on Friday, 1 May 2026. [Buddhist / Purnima] Birth, enlightenment and death anniversary of Gautama Buddha Tithi at sunrise: Shukla Paksha Purnima.
- Friday, 1 May 2026
- Tithi: Shukla Paksha Purnima
- Sunrise (New Delhi, India): 05:40 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Buddha Purnima in 2026?
Buddha Purnima 2026 falls on Friday, 1 May 2026.
- Why is Buddha Purnima celebrated?
[Buddhist / Purnima] Birth, enlightenment and death anniversary of Gautama Buddha
- What is the tithi on Buddha Purnima 2026?
At sunrise in New Delhi, India the tithi is Shukla Paksha Purnima and the nakshatra is Swati.
- What are the sunrise and sunset times on Buddha Purnima 2026?
In New Delhi, India, sunrise is at 05:40 AM and sunset at 06:56 PM. Times differ by city.