Why do Hindu festival dates differ between India and USA?
Many Indians living in San Francisco often wonder why
festival dates here don’t always match those in India. The reason lies in time
zones, sunrise and sunset differences, and local tithi and nakchatra
transitions. Each country experiences sunrise and sunset at different
times, which affects the calculation of tithi, nakshatra, and planetary
positions that determine auspicious moments.
If one follows timings from an Indian Panchangam while
living in USA, the actual period of Rahu Kalam, Yamakandam, and Nalla
Neram may not align correctly with San Francisco’s day length. This could
lead to performing rituals during inauspicious hours. Hence, a locally
calculated Panchangam is essential for accuracy.
Why Kannan Panchangam is Different?
The Kannan Panchangam 2026 Calendar for San Francisco
is created with precise calculations based on San Francisco’s sunrise,
sunset, and local time zone, summer time changes . Every festival date,
vratham time, muhurtham, and planetary position is customized for San Francisco’s
location.
Because of time differences, even the starting and ending
dates of Hindu months can change, which may shift the festival dates.
This ensures that devotees in USA perform rituals, vrathams,
and observances at the correct local time, preserving the sanctity and
intention behind each tradition.
With the Blessings of Kanchi Sankarachariayar.
The global calendar initiative was started under the
blessings and guidance of Sri Kanchi Sankarachariyar Vijayendra Saraswathi
Swamigal.
He graciously entrusted Kannan Panchangam to prepare the official
calendars of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam for major cities across the world,
so that Indians living abroad can observe traditional timings accurately
according to their region.
This San Francisco edition forms part of that divine effort
— the official 2026 calendar of the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetam, prepared on
behalf of the Sankaramatam.
Stay Connected, Wherever You Are
The 2026 San Francisco Hindu Calendar by Kannan
Panchangam bridges tradition and precision — guiding you to observe every
festival and vratham at the right local time.
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