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Diwali 2026 in Santa Clara: Lakshmi Puja time 5:01 PM – 7:45 PM
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When is Diwali 2026 in Santa Clara?
Sunday, November 8, 2026. Lakshmi Puja time 5:01 PM – 7:45 PM (Santa Clara time). Same day in India.
In Santa Clara, CA, Diwali · Lakshmi Puja is on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The puja time is 5:01 PM – 7:45 PM, starting at Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara
| Date | Day | Time in Santa Clara |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |
Santa Clara vs India
| Santa Clara | 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 Santa Clara?
Diwali · Lakshmi Puja is on Sunday, November 8, 2026 in Santa Clara, CA. Puja time: 5:01 PM – 7:45 PM.
Is Diwali on the same day in Santa Clara and India?
Not every day. Naraka Chaturdashi: Sat, Nov 7 in Santa Clara, Sun, Nov 8 in India; Govardhan Puja: Mon, Nov 9 in Santa Clara, Tue, Nov 10 in India; Bhai Dooj: Tue, Nov 10 in Santa Clara, Wed, Nov 11 in India.
How are these times calculated?
From Santa Clara'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 Santa Clara, CA (America/Los_Angeles). Please confirm family customs with your priest.
For general information only. Calculated by software for this city; it may contain errors and is not religious, astrological or medical advice. Always confirm important dates and muhurtams with your priest or temple. Disclaimer and terms · Privacy · © Global Panchang