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Diwali 2026 in Elk Grove: Lakshmi Puja time 4:57 PM – 7:42 PM
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When is Diwali 2026 in Elk Grove?
Sunday, November 8, 2026. Lakshmi Puja time 4:57 PM – 7:42 PM (Elk Grove time). Same day in India.
In Elk Grove, CA, Diwali · Lakshmi Puja is on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The puja time is 4:57 PM – 7:42 PM, starting at Elk Grove sunset (4:57 PM). Naraka Chaturdashi falls on Sat, Nov 7 here and on Sun, Nov 8 in India.
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The 5 days of Diwali in Elk Grove
| Date | Day | Time in Elk Grove |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 6 | Dhanteras | Puja 4:59 PM – 7:43 PM (Pradosh kaal) |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Naraka Chaturdashi | Oil bath 5:04 AM – 6:40 AM (before sunrise) |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Diwali · Lakshmi Puja | Puja 4:57 PM – 7:42 PM (Pradosh kaal) |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Govardhan Puja | Tithi Sun, Nov 8 11:02 PM → Tue, Nov 10 12:31 AM |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Bhai Dooj | Tilak 12:50 PM – 2:52 PM (Aparahna) |
Elk Grove vs India
| Elk Grove | Hyderabad | |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Fri, Nov 6 · 4:59 PM | Fri, Nov 6 · 5:41 PM |
| Naraka Chaturdashi | Sat, Nov 7 · 5:04 AM | Sun, Nov 8 · 4:42 AM |
| Diwali · Lakshmi Puja | Sun, Nov 8 · 4:57 PM | Sun, Nov 8 · 5:40 PM |
| Govardhan Puja | Mon, Nov 9 | Tue, Nov 10 |
| Bhai Dooj | Tue, Nov 10 · 12:50 PM | Wed, Nov 11 · 1:07 PM |
Why dates can differ: each day is set by the tithi at a fixed time of your day (sunrise, Pradosh, afternoon or moonrise), and that time comes many hours later here than in India. Why dates differ ›
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Questions
When is Diwali 2026 in Elk Grove?
Diwali · Lakshmi Puja is on Sunday, November 8, 2026 in Elk Grove, CA. Puja time: 4:57 PM – 7:42 PM.
Is Diwali on the same day in Elk Grove and India?
Not every day. Naraka Chaturdashi: Sat, Nov 7 in Elk Grove, Sun, Nov 8 in India; Govardhan Puja: Mon, Nov 9 in Elk Grove, Tue, Nov 10 in India; Bhai Dooj: Tue, Nov 10 in Elk Grove, Wed, Nov 11 in India.
How are these times calculated?
From Elk Grove's own sunrise and sunset (NOAA) and the Moon's position (Astronomy Engine, Lahiri ayanamsa), using classical Drik Ganita rules. Confirm family customs with your priest.
Times are local to Elk Grove, CA (America/Los_Angeles). Please confirm family customs with your priest.
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