Friday, 15 January 2027
Makar Sankranti 2027
In short
Makar Sankranti 2027 is on Friday, 15 January 2027: the day the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn).
- Date
- Friday, 15 January 2027
- Place
- New Delhi
How it is observed
Makar Sankranti marks the sun's entry into Capricorn (Makara) in the sidereal zodiac and is traditionally regarded as the start of Uttarayan, the sun's northward course. It is celebrated across India as a harvest festival under many regional names.
People take ritual baths in rivers, with large gatherings at Prayagraj and Gangasagar, and share sesame and jaggery sweets. Gujarat flies kites for Uttarayan, Tamil Nadu celebrates Pongal, Assam Magh Bihu and Punjab Lohri the evening before, while in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar khichdi is cooked and donated.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Makar Sankranti in 2027?
Makar Sankranti 2027 is on Friday, 15 January 2027.
How is the date of Makar 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 Makar Sankranti observed?
People take ritual baths in rivers, with large gatherings at Prayagraj and Gangasagar, and share sesame and jaggery sweets. Gujarat flies kites for Uttarayan, Tamil Nadu celebrates Pongal, Assam Magh Bihu and Punjab Lohri the evening before, while in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar khichdi is cooked and donated.