Diwali 2026 in San Jose: Lakshmi Puja time 5:01 PM – 7:45 PM
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When is Diwali 2026 in San Jose?
Sunday, November 8, 2026. Lakshmi Puja time 5:01 PM – 7:45 PM (San Jose time). Same day in India.
In San Jose, CA, Diwali · Lakshmi Puja is on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The puja time is 5:01 PM – 7:45 PM, starting at San Jose sunset (5:01 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 San Jose
| Date | Day | Time in San Jose |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 6 | Dhanteras | Puja 5:03 PM – 7:46 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 5:01 PM – 7:45 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 12:53 PM – 2:56 PM (Aparahna) |
San Jose vs India
| San Jose | Hyderabad | |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Fri, Nov 6 · 5:03 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 · 5:01 PM | Sun, Nov 8 · 5:40 PM |
| Govardhan Puja | Mon, Nov 9 | Tue, Nov 10 |
| Bhai Dooj | Tue, Nov 10 · 12:53 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 San Jose?
Diwali · Lakshmi Puja is on Sunday, November 8, 2026 in San Jose, CA. Puja time: 5:01 PM – 7:45 PM.
Is Diwali on the same day in San Jose and India?
Not every day. Naraka Chaturdashi: Sat, Nov 7 in San Jose, Sun, Nov 8 in India; Govardhan Puja: Mon, Nov 9 in San Jose, Tue, Nov 10 in India; Bhai Dooj: Tue, Nov 10 in San Jose, Wed, Nov 11 in India.
How are these times calculated?
From San Jose'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 San Jose, CA (America/Los_Angeles). Please confirm family customs with your priest.
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