January 2026 offers 18 auspicious days, including Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Pradosh, and Ekadashi—making it a powerful month for weddings, spiritual work, personal beginnings, and business launches.
List of Auspicious Days in January
January 1, 2026 – Thursday
Shubh Tithi for new starts.
January 2, 2026 – Friday
Good Panchang alignment.
January 3, 2026 – Saturday
Auspicious day for household ceremonies.
January 5, 2026 – Monday
Favourable tithi for small rituals.
January 7, 2026 – Wednesday
General muhurat day.
January 8, 2026 – Thursday
Auspicious Thursday (Guru’s day).
January 10, 2026 – Saturday
Important day for pujas & home activities.
January 12, 2026 – Monday
Pradosh Vrat (spiritual significance).
January 13, 2026 – Tuesday
Bhogi (part of the Pongal cycle).
January 14, 2026 – Wednesday
Makar Sankranti – One of the most auspicious days of the month.
January 15, 2026 – Thursday
Thai Pongal – Highly auspicious Tamil festival.
January 18, 2026 – Sunday
General good day in many regional calendars.
January 20, 2026 – Tuesday
Favourable day for business openings.
January 22, 2026 – Thursday
Good day for ceremonies.
January 24, 2026 – Saturday
Auspicious Panchang day.
January 26, 2026 – Monday
Spiritual and family-friendly date.
January 27, 2026 – Tuesday
Ekadashi – Highly auspicious.
January 29, 2026 – Thursday
Favourable for new ventures.
Why Are These Dates Considered Auspicious?
January 2026 includes:
- Makar Sankranti – Sun shifts into Capricorn
- Bhogi & Thai Pongal – Prosperity-related festivals
- Ekadashi & Pradosh – Spiritually significant fasting days
- Favourable lunar days (tithis)
- Guru-var (Thursday) – Considered sacred
- Shubh Nakshatra combinations
How to Use This January 2026 Auspicious Calendar
Here’s the simple guide:
1. For weddings
Choose Jan 10, 12, 14, 15, 18, 20, 22, 29.
2. For housewarmings
Best dates: Jan 8, 14, 20, 22, 29.
3. For business openings
Use Jan 14, 20, 22, 29.
4. For spiritual activities
Focus on Jan 12 (Pradosh) and Jan 27 (Ekadashi).
5. For travel or personal goals
Choose any of the general shubh days:
Jan 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 18, 24, 26.
How many auspicious days are there in January 2026?
There are 18 auspicious days in January 2026.
What is the most auspicious day in January 2026?
Makar Sankranti on January 14, 2026 is the most widely celebrated and astrologically powerful day of the month.
Which days in January 2026 are good for weddings?
The wedding-friendly days include:
January 10, 12, 14, 15, 18, 20, 22, and 29.
Is January 2026 good for housewarming (Griha Pravesh)?
Yes. Dates like January 8, 14, 20, 22, and 29 are favourable.
Which days are good for business openings in January 2026?
The strongest days include:
January 14, 20, 22, and 29.
Are Ekadashi and Pradosh in January 2026 considered auspicious?
Yes.
January 12 (Pradosh) and January 27 (Ekadashi) are spiritually beneficial.
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