Friday, 15 January 2027
Maghe Sankranti 2027
In short
Maghe Sankranti 2027 is on Friday, 15 January 2027: the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn).
- Date
- Friday, 15 January 2027
- Place
- Kathmandu
How it is observed
Maghe Sankranti marks the start of the month of Magh in Nepal, when the sun enters Capricorn and, by tradition, the coldest part of winter begins to ease. The Tharu community celebrates its new year, Maghi, on the same day.
Families eat ghee, chaku (molasses), sesame laddoos, sweet potato and yam (tarul), and married daughters often visit their parents' homes. Pilgrims bathe at river confluences such as Devghat and Triveni, and Tharu and Magar communities hold feasts and dances.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Maghe Sankranti in 2027?
Maghe Sankranti 2027 is on Friday, 15 January 2027.
How is the date of Maghe Sankranti decided?
By the lunisolar calendar: it falls on the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn). The date is computed from the positions of the Sun and Moon, which is why it moves against the Gregorian calendar from year to year.
How is Maghe Sankranti observed?
Families eat ghee, chaku (molasses), sesame laddoos, sweet potato and yam (tarul), and married daughters often visit their parents' homes. Pilgrims bathe at river confluences such as Devghat and Triveni, and Tharu and Magar communities hold feasts and dances.