On Wednesday, 17 December 2025, it is Trayodashi of Krishna Paksha, in the month of Margashirsh. The day falls on a Budhavara, traditionally ruled by Mercury, with the Moon resting in Vishakha nakshatra. Trayodashi is considered an auspicious tithi, so it is a favorable day for new beginnings, ceremonies, or important decisions.
Between 11:58 AM and 12:56 PM, Rahu Kaal is in effect; elders advise against starting anything new during this window. The most auspicious moment of the day is Abhijit Muhurta, from 11:42 AM to 12:13 PM, a good slot for anything important.
Vrat: પ્રદોષ is observed on Wednesday, 17 December 2025, an important fasting day in the Gujarati tradition.
Thirteenth day: good for ceremonies and important decisions
Good deeds: favorable for all activities
Trayodashi is the 13th day of Krishna Paksha in the month of Margashirsh. Thirteenth day: good for ceremonies and important decisions. In the Gujarati Amanta tradition, a month ends on Amavasya (new moon).
Sukarman is one of the 27 Yogas, calculated from the combined longitudes of the Sun and Moon. Good deeds: favorable for all activities. At sunrise the Moon is in Vishakha Nakshatra, Pada 4. Determined, goal-oriented energy. Excellent for focused work and achieving ambitions.