Braj Panchang 17 August 2026: Nag Panchami, Shravan Somwar and Shubh Muhurat

MATHURA: The Braj Panchang for Monday, 17 August 2026, marks Shukla Panchami in the month of Shravana. The day is also observed as Nag Panchami and the third Shravan Somwar Vrat. The Panchang also lists Ravi Yoga during the day, along with important auspicious and inauspicious timings for Mathura.

According to the Mathura Panchang, Shukla Panchami will continue until 5:00 PM, after which Shukla Shashthi will begin. Devotees planning religious activities, temple visits, पूजा or other auspicious work can use the day’s muhurat timings as a local reference.

Braj Panchang 17 August 2026: Key Details

• Date: 17 August 2026, Monday
• Location: Mathura, India
• Vikram Samvat: 2083, Siddharthi
• Month: Shravana
• Paksha: Shukla Paksha
• Tithi: Shukla Panchami until 5:00 PM
• Next Tithi: Shukla Shashthi
• Chaturmasa: Day 24
• Festival: Nag Panchami
• Vrat: Third Shravan Somwar Vrat
• Other observances: Simha Sankranti, Malayalam New Year and Skanda Sashti

Nag Panchami and Shravan Somwar on 17 August

17 August falls during the holy month of Shravana and is also the third Shravan Somwar Vrat. The day coincides with Nag Panchami, making it significant for devotees following traditional Hindu religious observances.

The combination of Nag Panchami and Monday during Shravan gives the day a strong devotional context. Devotees may plan their पूजा and temple visits according to local traditions and the timings applicable in Mathura.

Tithi: Shukla Panchami

Shukla Panchami continues until 5:00 PM on 17 August. After 5:00 PM, Shukla Shashthi begins.

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The Panchang lists Chitra Nakshatra until 4:58 AM on 18 August, followed by Swati Nakshatra.

Nakshatra, Yoga and Karana

Nakshatra: Chitra until 4:58 AM on 18 August, followed by Swati.

Yoga: Shubha until 3:29 AM on 18 August, followed by Shukla.

Karana: Balava until 5:00 PM, followed by Kaulava until 5:20 AM on 18 August. Taitila follows after that.

Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise and Moonset in Mathura

• Sunrise: 5:51 AM
• Sunset: 6:56 PM
• Moonrise: 10:18 AM
• Moonset: 9:33 PM

These timings are given for Mathura, India and should not be directly applied to another city because sunrise, sunset and lunar timings vary by location.

Auspicious Timings on 17 August 2026

Abhijit Muhurat

11:57 AM to 12:49 PM

Abhijit Muhurat is traditionally considered a favourable period for beginning suitable auspicious activities.

Amrit Kalam

10:16 PM to 11:57 PM

Ravi Yoga

Ravi Yoga is listed from 5:51 AM to 8:04 AM. It appears again from 4:58 AM to 5:51 AM on 18 August.

Vijaya Muhurta

2:34 PM to 3:26 PM

Godhuli Muhurta

6:56 PM to 7:17 PM

Rahu Kalam, Gulikai and Yamaganda

People who follow traditional Panchang timings may avoid starting important auspicious activities during the following periods:

• Rahu Kalam: 7:29 AM to 9:07 AM
• Gulikai Kalam: 2:01 PM to 3:39 PM
• Yamaganda: 10:45 AM to 12:23 PM

Disha Shool and Other Panchang Details

• Disha Shool: East
• Panchak: No
• Bhadra: No
• Ganda Moola: No

Those following traditional rules related to Disha Shool may take the east direction into consideration while planning travel or other activities.

Simha Sankranti and Other Observances

The Panchang for 17 August also lists Simha Sankranti, Malayalam New Year and Skanda Sashti among the day’s observances.

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These observances have different regional and religious traditions. Their inclusion in the daily Panchang does not mean that every observance is celebrated in the same manner in Mathura or across the Braj region.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Nag Panchami in Mathura in 2026?

According to the supplied Mathura Panchang data, Nag Panchami falls on Monday, 17 August 2026.

When is the third Shravan Somwar Vrat in 2026?

The third Shravan Somwar Vrat is observed on Monday, 17 August 2026, according to the Panchang details for Mathura.

What is the Panchami Tithi timing on 17 August 2026?

Shukla Panchami continues until 5:00 PM on 17 August. Shukla Shashthi begins after that.

What is Rahu Kalam in Mathura on 17 August 2026?

Rahu Kalam is from 7:29 AM to 9:07 AM in Mathura on 17 August 2026.

What is Abhijit Muhurat on 17 August 2026?

Abhijit Muhurat is from 11:57 AM to 12:49 PM.

Is Bhadra present on 17 August 2026?

No. The supplied Mathura Panchang lists Bhadra as absent on 17 August 2026.

Mathura Panchang: Quick Reference

Editorial Note: Panchang timings can vary slightly between locations and calculation methods. The timings in this article are specifically based on the supplied Panchang data for Mathura, India. Readers should use local timings for their own location.