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Maha Shivaratri 2027 in Philadelphia: Nishita puja time 11:46 PM – 12:36 AM
By Kulasekhar Mittapalli · Updated
When is Maha Shivaratri 2027 in Philadelphia?
Saturday, March 6, 2027. Nishita puja time 11:46 PM – 12:36 AM (Philadelphia time). Same day in India.
In Philadelphia, PA, Maha Shivaratri is on Saturday, March 6, 2027. The puja time is 11:46 PM – 12:36 AM (Nishita kaal, after midnight in the night of Saturday, March 6). Same date as in India; only the time is local.
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Maha Shivaratri times in Philadelphia
- Sat, Mar 6 · Puja 11:46 PM – 12:36 AM (Nishita, the night of Sat, Mar 6)
Philadelphia vs India
| Philadelphia | Hyderabad | |
|---|---|---|
| Maha Shivaratri | Sat, Mar 6 · 11:46 PM | Sat, Mar 6 · 12:02 AM |
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 Maha Shivaratri 2027 in Philadelphia?
Maha Shivaratri is on Saturday, March 6, 2027 in Philadelphia, PA. Puja time: 11:46 PM – 12:36 AM.
Is Maha Shivaratri on the same day in Philadelphia and India?
Yes, Sat, Mar 6 in both; the times follow each city's own sunrise and sunset.
How are these times calculated?
From Philadelphia'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 Philadelphia, PA (America/New_York). Please confirm family customs with your priest.
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