Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 in Malaysia: date and local timings
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) 2026 falls on Sunday 8 November 2026 in all 2 Malaysia cities listed here. In India it is on Sunday 8 November 2026 – the same day. The rule: Ashwayuja bahula chaturdashi at arunodaya (pre-dawn abhyanga snana); vriddhi -> second day. In Kuala Lumpur the arunodaya (the two muhurtas before sunrise) on 8 November 2026 runs 5:21 AM – 6:57 AM local time, and the tithi runs from 7 November 2026 1:18 PM to 8 November 2026 1:58 PM. The table gives the date for each city with the arunodaya window and the tithi in local clock time (daylight saving applied), all computed from the NASA/JPL ephemeris for the city's own sunrise and sunset, never converted from IST.
| Cities | Date | Arunodaya | Tithi (local time) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur | Sunday 8 November 2026 | 5:21 AM – 6:57 AM | 7 November 2026 1:18 PM – 8 November 2026 1:58 PM |
| Penang (George Town) | Sunday 8 November 2026 | 5:28 AM – 7:05 AM | 7 November 2026 1:18 PM – 8 November 2026 1:58 PM |
FAQ
When is Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 in Malaysia?
Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 is on Sunday 8 November 2026 in Kuala Lumpur, Penang (George Town).
Is Naraka Chaturdashi on the same day in Malaysia and India?
Yes, in India it is on Sunday 8 November 2026.
How is the date of Naraka Chaturdashi decided?
Ashwayuja bahula chaturdashi at arunodaya (pre-dawn abhyanga snana); vriddhi -> second day.
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