Amrutkaal ॐ अमृतकाल Total Lunar Eclipse — Friday, 21 December 2029
Because it is visible here, Sutak Kaal is observed.
Eclipse Timings (IST)
| Begins | 1:12 AM |
|---|---|
| Partial begins | 2:25 AM |
| Totality begins | 3:45 AM |
| Maximum | 4:12 AM |
| Totality ends | 4:38 AM |
| Partial ends | 5:58 AM |
| Ends | 7:11 AM |
| Magnitude | 1.117 |
Times shown are in IST (Indian Standard Time).
Sutak Kaal
20 Dec, 4:12 PM → 21 Dec, 1:12 AM IST
Sutak begins 9 hours before the eclipse. During this period worship, cooking and eating are traditionally avoided; it ends when the eclipse ends.
Do’s & Don’ts during the Eclipse
According to traditional Hindu belief, the following conduct is observed during the eclipse and the Sutak period. These are cultural beliefs, shared for reference.
What to do
- Bathe before the eclipse begins and again after it ends, then change into clean clothes.
- Spend the eclipse in chanting, mantra-japa, meditation and prayer.
- Place tulsi (holy basil) leaves in any stored food, water or milk to keep it pure.
- Give donations (daan) to the needy after the eclipse ends.
- Clean the home and sprinkle Ganga-jal once the eclipse is over.
What to avoid
- Avoid eating, drinking and cooking during the eclipse and the Sutak period.
- Do not begin any new or auspicious work during the eclipse.
- Avoid sleeping while the eclipse is in progress.
- Do not perform idol worship or touch the deities during the Sutak period.
- Pregnant women are traditionally advised to stay indoors and avoid using sharp objects such as knives and needles.
Timings in Indian Cities
| City | Begin | Max | End | Mag. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | 7:11 AM | 1.117 |
| Mumbai | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | 7:11 AM | 1.117 |
| Kolkata | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | — | 1.117 |
| Chennai | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | — | 1.117 |
| Bengaluru | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | — | 1.117 |
| Hyderabad | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | — | 1.117 |
| Ahmedabad | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | 7:11 AM | 1.117 |
| Jaipur | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | 7:11 AM | 1.117 |
| Guwahati | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | — | 1.117 |
| Varanasi | 1:12 AM | 4:12 AM | — | 1.117 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Total Lunar Eclipse on Friday, 21 December 2029 visible in India?
Yes. The Total Lunar Eclipse on Friday, 21 December 2029 is visible from India. Because it is visible here, Sutak Kaal is observed (from 20 Dec, 4:12 PM to 21 Dec, 1:12 AM IST). See the city-wise timings below for your exact local circumstances.
What is the Sutak Kaal for this eclipse?
Sutak Kaal for this lunar eclipse begins 9 hours before it starts — from 20 Dec, 4:12 PM until 21 Dec, 1:12 AM IST. During Sutak, worship, cooking and eating are traditionally avoided; the period ends when the eclipse ends.
What time is the Total Lunar Eclipse (IST)?
In IST the eclipse begins around 1:12 AM, reaches maximum at 4:12 AM and ends near 7:11 AM. Exact local times for major Indian cities are listed below.
What is the magnitude of this eclipse?
The lunar eclipse on Friday, 21 December 2029 has a umbral magnitude of about 1.117. A magnitude of 1.0 or more means the disc is fully covered (a total eclipse).