Dhanteras 2026: Date, Tithi & Significance
Dhanteras 2026 falls on Friday, 6 November 2026. [Diwali cluster] Worship of wealth and health; start of the 5-day Diwali festival period Tithi at sunrise: Krishna Paksha Dwadashi.
- Friday, 6 November 2026
- Tithi: Krishna Paksha Dwadashi
- Sunrise (New Delhi, India): 06:36 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Dhanteras in 2026?
Dhanteras 2026 falls on Friday, 6 November 2026.
- Why is Dhanteras celebrated?
[Diwali cluster] Worship of wealth and health; start of the 5-day Diwali festival period
- What is the tithi on Dhanteras 2026?
At sunrise in New Delhi, India the tithi is Krishna Paksha Dwadashi and the nakshatra is Hasta.
- What are the sunrise and sunset times on Dhanteras 2026?
In New Delhi, India, sunrise is at 06:36 AM and sunset at 05:32 PM. Times differ by city.