Why the Wait for the Moon?
The much-anticipated Karwa Chauth moon often graces the sky later in the evening. This isn't mere chance but stems from the moon's orbital dance, its celestial position, and Earth's geographic perspective.
📅Lunar Calendar
Karwa Chauth occurs on the fourth day (Chaturthi) of the Krishna Paksha, the moon's waning phase. Just four days after the full moon, it rises later in the evening.
⏰Daily Delay
The moon appears about 50 minutes later daily, so by the fourth waning night, its rise time shifts well beyond that of the full moon.
🌍Geographical Location
Your exact latitude and longitude dictate when the moon rises, causing moonrise times to vary between locations.
Moonrise Timings for Your City
Choose your city to check the expected moonrise time for Karwa Chauth on Friday, October 10, 2025. You'll also find details about the fasting schedule (Puja Muhurat) and the span of Chaturthi Tithi for easy reference.
Puja Muhurat (IST)
05:57 PM - 07:11 PM
Moonrise Time
08:12 PM
Chaturthi Tithi Begins (IST)
Oct 09, 10:54 PM - Oct 10, 07:38 PM
Visualizing the Daily Delay
This chart shows how the moon rises later each evening after the full moon. On the fourth day, Karwa Chauth aligns with a phase where the moon appears late.
The Symbolism of the Wait
🌸The moon's arrival transcends ritual, embodying patience, love, sacrifice, and the unwavering devotion of marriage. This anticipation forms the festival's soul, ending in the heartfelt moment the fast is joyfully broken.