Janma Vara - Day Calculator — Birth Weekday & Its Meaning
What is Janma Vara?
Your Janma Vara is the Vedic weekday of your birth. Unlike the modern calendar day, the Vedic day runs from one sunrise to the next. For example, a birth at 3 AM on a calendar Tuesday would belong to Somavara (Monday) if the Tuesday Sun had not yet risen. This calculator automatically applies the sunrise rule using the sunrise at your exact birthplace.
Each vara is ruled by one of the seven classical grahas: Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn. The day lord influences the temperament of those born under it. Varas also have a muhurta nature: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday are considered gentle (saumya), while Sunday, Tuesday, and Saturday are sharp (krura) days. Each day also has associated deities, gemstones, and colors.
- Your Vedic birth weekday (vara) with the sunrise-to-sunrise rule applied
- Its day lord (graha), worshipped deities, and muhurta nature
- The classical lucky gem and colors of your birth day
- Sunrise time at your birthplace, and whether the vara differs from the calendar day
- Moon sign, Nakshatra, and the full Panchang of the birth moment
For accuracy, enter your exact birth time and select your birth city. For births near dawn, the sunrise rule can significantly change the vara. Consult a qualified astrologer to interpret your vara alongside your full birth chart for a complete astrological picture.
Frequently asked questions about Janma Vara
What does Janma Vara cover?
Your Janma Vara is the Vedic weekday of your birth. Unlike the modern calendar day, the Vedic day runs from one sunrise to the next. For example, a birth at 3 AM on a calendar Tuesday would belong to Somavara (Monday) if the Tuesday Sun had not yet risen. This calculator automatically applies the sunrise rule using the sunrise at your exact birthplace.
How does Janma Vara read the chart?
Each vara is ruled by one of the seven classical grahas: Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn. The day lord influences the temperament of those born under it. Varas also have a muhurta nature: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday are considered gentle (saumya), while Sunday, Tuesday, and Saturday are sharp (krura) days. Each day also has associated deities, gemstones, and colors.
What else should I know about Janma Vara?
For accuracy, enter your exact birth time and select your birth city. For births near dawn, the sunrise rule can significantly change the vara. Consult a qualified astrologer to interpret your vara alongside your full birth chart for a complete astrological picture.
Do I need my exact birth time for Janma Vara?
Yes for a reliable reading. Janma Vara depends on the ascendant and house lords, which shift with the birth time — so enter the exact time with the correct AM/PM and pick your city from the suggestions. A rough time can still give a broad sense, but house-based results may change.
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