Pradosh Dates 2030
The word 'Pradosh' refers to the twilight period — the 1.5 hours around sunset — which is considered the most auspicious time to worship Lord Shiva on this day. When Pradosh falls on a Monday it is called Soma Pradosh, and on a Saturday it is called Shani Pradosh, both of which are considered especially powerful.
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| Date | Begins / Ends | Lunar Month | Paksha | Moon Phase | Moon Position | Action |
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| 01-Jan-2030 |
Begins: 01-Jan-2030 04:24 PM Tuesday
Ends: 02-Jan-2030 01:35 PM Wednesday
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Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Scorpio 10.8°
Anuradha (Pada 3)
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| 16-Jan-2030 |
Begins: 16-Jan-2030 06:35 PM Wednesday
Ends: 17-Jan-2030 08:07 PM Thursday
|
Pausha | Shukla |
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Taurus 26.1°
Mrigashira (Pada 1)
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| 31-Jan-2030 |
Begins: 31-Jan-2030 02:26 AM Thursday
Ends: 01-Feb-2030 12:34 AM Friday
|
Pausha | Krishna |
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Sagittarius 10.7°
Mula (Pada 4)
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| 15-Feb-2030 |
Begins: 15-Feb-2030 01:40 PM Friday
Ends: 16-Feb-2030 01:44 PM Saturday
|
Magha | Shukla |
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Gemini 26.4°
Punarvasu (Pada 2)
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| 01-Mar-2030 |
Begins: 01-Mar-2030 01:05 PM Friday
Ends: 02-Mar-2030 12:23 PM Saturday
|
Magha | Krishna |
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Capricorn 10.5°
Shravana (Pada 1)
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| 17-Mar-2030 |
Begins: 17-Mar-2030 05:37 AM Sunday
Ends: 18-Mar-2030 04:10 AM Monday
|
Phalguna | Shukla |
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Cancer 26.1°
Ashlesha (Pada 3)
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| 31-Mar-2030 |
Begins: 31-Mar-2030 12:43 AM Sunday
Ends: 01-Apr-2030 01:14 AM Monday
|
Phalguna | Krishna |
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Aquarius 9.8°
Shatabhisha (Pada 1)
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| 15-Apr-2030 |
Begins: 15-Apr-2030 06:05 PM Monday
Ends: 16-Apr-2030 03:27 PM Tuesday
|
Chaitra | Shukla |
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Leo 25.3°
Purva Phalguni (Pada 4)
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| 29-Apr-2030 |
Begins: 29-Apr-2030 01:42 PM Monday
Ends: 30-Apr-2030 03:22 PM Tuesday
|
Chaitra | Krishna |
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Pisces 8.8°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 2)
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| 15-May-2030 |
Begins: 15-May-2030 03:33 AM Wednesday
Ends: 16-May-2030 12:15 AM Thursday
|
Vaisakha | Shukla |
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Virgo 23.8°
Chitra (Pada 1)
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| 29-May-2030 |
Begins: 29-May-2030 04:15 AM Wednesday
Ends: 30-May-2030 06:41 AM Thursday
|
Vaisakha | Krishna |
|
Aries 7.3°
Ashwini (Pada 3)
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| 13-Jun-2030 |
Begins: 13-Jun-2030 10:57 AM Thursday
Ends: 14-Jun-2030 07:29 AM Friday
|
Jyeshtha | Shukla |
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Libra 22.0°
Vishakha (Pada 1)
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| 27-Jun-2030 |
Begins: 27-Jun-2030 08:03 PM Thursday
Ends: 28-Jun-2030 10:37 PM Friday
|
Jyeshtha | Krishna |
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Taurus 5.7°
Krittika (Pada 3)
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| 12-Jul-2030 |
Begins: 12-Jul-2030 05:14 PM Friday
Ends: 13-Jul-2030 02:02 PM Saturday
|
Ashadha | Shukla |
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Scorpio 19.9°
Jyeshtha (Pada 1)
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| 27-Jul-2030 |
Begins: 27-Jul-2030 12:22 PM Saturday
Ends: 28-Jul-2030 02:18 PM Sunday
|
Ashadha | Krishna |
|
Gemini 4.0°
Mrigashira (Pada 4)
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| 10-Aug-2030 |
Begins: 10-Aug-2030 11:25 PM Saturday
Ends: 11-Aug-2030 08:51 PM Sunday
|
Shravana | Shukla |
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Sagittarius 17.9°
Purva Ashadha (Pada 2)
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| 26-Aug-2030 |
Begins: 26-Aug-2030 04:17 AM Monday
Ends: 27-Aug-2030 05:01 AM Tuesday
|
Shravana | Krishna |
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Cancer 2.5°
Punarvasu (Pada 4)
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| 09-Sep-2030 |
Begins: 09-Sep-2030 06:34 AM Monday
Ends: 10-Sep-2030 04:58 AM Tuesday
|
Bhadrapada | Shukla |
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Capricorn 16.1°
Shravana (Pada 2)
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| 24-Sep-2030 |
Begins: 24-Sep-2030 07:15 PM Tuesday
Ends: 25-Sep-2030 06:35 PM Wednesday
|
Bhadrapada | Krishna |
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Leo 1.3°
Magha (Pada 1)
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| 08-Oct-2030 |
Begins: 08-Oct-2030 03:51 PM Tuesday
Ends: 09-Oct-2030 03:33 PM Wednesday
|
Ashvina | Shukla |
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Aquarius 14.9°
Shatabhisha (Pada 3)
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| 24-Oct-2030 |
Begins: 24-Oct-2030 09:06 AM Thursday
Ends: 25-Oct-2030 07:10 AM Friday
|
Ashvina | Krishna |
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Virgo 0.5°
Uttara Phalguni (Pada 2)
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| 07-Nov-2030 |
Begins: 07-Nov-2030 04:24 AM Thursday
Ends: 08-Nov-2030 05:31 AM Friday
|
Kartika | Shukla |
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Pisces 14.3°
Uttara Bhadrapada (Pada 4)
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| 22-Nov-2030 |
Begins: 22-Nov-2030 09:55 PM Friday
Ends: 23-Nov-2030 07:05 PM Saturday
|
Kartika | Krishna |
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Libra 0.1°
Chitra (Pada 3)
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| 06-Dec-2030 |
Begins: 06-Dec-2030 08:41 PM Friday
Ends: 07-Dec-2030 10:59 PM Saturday
|
Margashirsha | Shukla |
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Aries 14.2°
Bharani (Pada 1)
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| 22-Dec-2030 |
Begins: 22-Dec-2030 09:42 AM Sunday
Ends: 23-Dec-2030 06:23 AM Monday
|
Margashirsha | Krishna |
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Scorpio 0.0°
Vishakha (Pada 4)
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Pradosh Vrat – Significance, Fasting Rules & Rituals
What is Pradosh Vrat?
Pradosh Vrat is a sacred observance dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, falling on the 13th tithi (Trayodashi) of both Shukla and Krishna Paksha each month. The word 'Pradosh' refers to the twilight period around sunset, which is the most auspicious time for Shiva worship on this day.
What is the significance of Pradosh Vrat?
It is believed that Lord Shiva is in a blissful and approachable state during the Pradosh period. Observing Pradosh Vrat is believed to destroy sins, fulfil desires, and grant health, wealth, and liberation. It is especially beneficial for those seeking relief from financial difficulties or health problems.
How is Pradosh Vrat observed?
Devotees observe a fast during the day and perform Shiva puja during the Pradosh period — the 1.5 hours around sunset. The puja includes offering bilva leaves, milk, water, and flowers to a Shivaling while chanting the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra and Shiva Panchakshara Stotra.
What are the different types of Pradosh Vrat?
Pradosh Vrat is named after the day of the week on which it falls: Soma Pradosh (Monday) is especially auspicious for family wellbeing, Bhauma Pradosh (Tuesday) for relief from debts, Shani Pradosh (Saturday) for relief from the effects of Saturn, and Ravi Pradosh (Sunday) for good health.
Which Pradosh Vrat is the most powerful?
Shani Pradosh — when Pradosh falls on a Saturday — is considered the most powerful, followed by Soma Pradosh on Mondays. Both are believed to grant extraordinary blessings when observed with full devotion.