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Makar Sankranti
Next observed on Friday, 15 January 2027.
When is Makar Sankranti in 2027?
Friday, 15 January 2027
Counting down to Makar Sankranti
What Makar Sankranti marks
Makar(a) Sankrānti also referred to as Uttarāyana, Makara, or simply Sankrānti, is a Hindu observance and a mid-winter harvest festival in India and Nepal. The Sun God (Surya) is worshipped in Makar Sankranti. It is typically celebrated on 14 January annually. This occasion marks the transition of the sun from the zodiac of Sagittarius (dhanu) to Capricorn (makara). As this transition coincides with the sun's movement from south to north, the festival is dedicated to the solar deity, Surya, and is observed to mark a new beginning. Across India, the occasion is celebrated with numerous multi-day festivals.
Background summarised from Wikipedia — Hindu festival that reveres Surya (sun god), available under CC BY-SA.
Makar Sankranti dates: 2027–2031
| Year | Date | Day | Full calendar |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday | India 2027 | |
| 2028 | Saturday | India 2028 | |
| 2029 | Sunday | India 2029 | |
| 2030 | Monday | India 2030 | |
| 2031 | Wednesday | India 2031 |
Frequently asked
When is Makar Sankranti in 2027?
Makar Sankranti falls on Friday, 15 January 2027 in India.
What day of the week is Makar Sankranti 2027?
Makar Sankranti 2027 falls on a Friday, 15 January 2027.
When is Makar Sankranti in 2028?
Makar Sankranti falls on Saturday, 15 January 2028.
Where is Makar Sankranti observed?
Observed nationally in India.
What does Makar Sankranti celebrate?
Hindu festival that reveres Surya (sun god). Makar(a) Sankrānti also referred to as Uttarāyana, Makara, or simply Sankrānti, is a Hindu observance and a mid-winter harvest festival in India and Nepal. The Sun God (Surya) is worshipped in Makar Sankranti. It is typically celebrated on 14 January annually. This occasion marks the transition of the sun from the zodiac of Sagittarius (dhanu) to Capricorn (makara). As this transition coincides with the sun's movement from south to north, the festival is dedicated to the solar deity, Surya, and is observed to mark a new beginning. Across India, the