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Rahu Kalam (Rahu Kaal) is a roughly 90-minute period each day, considered inauspicious for starting important new work. Its timing changes with the weekday and with your local sunrise and sunset.
See today's Rahu Kalam →The daytime (sunrise to sunset) is divided into eight equal parts. One of those parts is Rahu Kalam, and which part depends on the weekday — so the exact clock time shifts through the day across the week and by your location.
Tradition suggests not beginning important new ventures — signing, travel starts, ceremonies or major purchases — during Rahu Kalam. Ongoing work and routine tasks are generally considered fine.
Rahu Kalam is a timing guideline, not a prohibition. Many people simply schedule important new beginnings outside the window when it's convenient, and don't worry about it otherwise.
About one-eighth of the daytime — typically around 90 minutes, varying slightly with the length of the day.
Yes — the slot depends on the weekday, and the exact times depend on your local sunrise/sunset.
Astropanth's free daily Panchang shows Rahu Kalam along with Tithi, Nakshatra and the day's timings.
Astrology is a tradition of insight and reflection, not a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice.