Exact Date and Time Example
New Delhi, India
Apara Ekadashi 2026: May 13 is selected because Ekadashi is the tithi at sunrise on May 13.
| May 12 sunrise tithi | Dashami |
|---|---|
| Ekadashi begins | May 12, 2026 at 2:52 PM IST |
| May 13 sunrise tithi | Ekadashi |
| Udaya Tithi date | May 13, 2026 |
Important: Udaya Tithi is a practical bridge between lunar time and the civil calendar date people use for observance.
Why sunrise matters
A civil day begins at midnight, but traditional panchang observance often treats sunrise as the daily anchor.
When a tithi spans two civil dates, the tithi at sunrise usually determines which date carries that observance.
This rule reduces confusion, but it also means the date can vary by city because sunrise is local.
Caveats That Change the Answer
City Caveat
Udaya Tithi must be checked against local sunrise. The same UTC tithi interval can produce different local observance dates.
Tradition Caveat
Udaya Tithi is a baseline rule. Ekadashi traditions may add checks for arunodaya, Dashami overlap, Hari Vasara, and Dwadashi Parana.
FAQ
Is Udaya Tithi used only for Ekadashi?
No. It is a broad calendar principle used for many Hindu observances, though each festival or vrat can have its own additional rules.
Does Udaya Tithi mean sunrise time is more important than tithi start time?
For choosing the observance date, often yes. The tithi start and end times still matter for understanding the full timing and Parana rules.