Planetary Hora Timings in Vedic Astrology: Powerful Hora of 7 Planets

Planetary Hora May 29, 2025
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Introduction To Planetary Hora

In Vedic astrology, time is not just measured by the movement of clocks but by the influence of planets. Each day and hour carries the energy of a specific planetary lord. This division of time based on planetary rulership is known as Hora.

Understanding Hora is one of the most practical tools in astrology. It helps individuals align daily actions with the most supportive planetary energies. Whether it is starting a journey, signing a contract, performing puja, or beginning an important task, selecting the right Hora can improve success, reduce obstacles, and maintain harmony with nature’s rhythms.

The Hora system is simple yet powerful. Each day is divided into planetary hours, and each hour is ruled by one of the seven visible planets, Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn. These hours repeat in a fixed sequence and begin at sunrise every day.

In this blog, we will explore the meaning of Hora, how it is calculated, and how to use it wisely in day-to-day life. We will also present the complete Hora table for each day of the week, discuss the importance of Rahu Kalam, and provide guidance on the best Hora for various activities. All explanations are based on traditional Vedic principles and classical astrology.

Let us begin by understanding what Hora really means and how the rishis used planetary time to guide life with greater clarity and purpose.

What Is Hora in Vedic Astrology?

The word Hora comes from the Sanskrit term “Ahoratra,” which means day and night. In Vedic astrology, Hora refers to a division of time in which each hour is ruled by one of the seven classical planets. These are the Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn. Each of these planets governs specific qualities and energies that influence the mood, success, and outcome of the actions performed during their Hora.

Hora is not just a technical concept. It is a key part of Muhurta Shastra, the branch of astrology concerned with selecting auspicious timing. By knowing which planet rules a given hour, one can choose the right time to act in harmony with that planet’s nature. This allows even ordinary tasks like traveling, studying, shopping, or holding meetings to be done during favorable planetary hours.

Unlike modern timekeeping which follows the clock, Hora begins at sunrise each day and continues in a fixed repeating order. The first Hora of the day is always ruled by the planet that governs that weekday. For example, Sunday begins with the Sun’s Hora, Monday with the Moon’s Hora, and so on. From there, the Hora of each subsequent hour follows a set planetary sequence, repeating every seven hours.

This system has been used for centuries in India by astrologers, priests, and householders alike. Whether planning a marriage ceremony or choosing a time for agricultural work, selecting the right Hora is considered one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to invite success.

In the next section, we will learn how these planetary hours are calculated, and how sunrise plays a central role in determining the Hora sequence for each day.

How Planetary Hours Are Calculated

The calculation of Hora is based on the movement of the Sun and the division of one full day into twenty-four parts. Each part is assigned to a planet according to a fixed sequence known as the planetary order. This order follows the traditional Vedic cycle: Sun, Venus, Mercury, Moon, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars. This sequence repeats throughout the day and night, hour by hour.

Hora begins at the exact time of sunrise for a given location. The first hour after sunrise is ruled by the planet that governs the day. For example, on Monday, the first Hora belongs to the Moon, and on Tuesday, it belongs to Mars. From there, the planetary hours follow the same repeating order throughout the rest of the day.

To calculate the length of each Hora, the time between sunrise and sunset is divided into twelve equal parts. These are the daytime Horas. The time between sunset and the following sunrise is also divided into twelve equal parts, which are the nighttime Horas. The actual duration of each Hora changes every day depending on the length of daylight and night. During summer, daytime Horas are longer than nighttime Horas, and in winter, it is the opposite.

For accurate Hora calculation, one must know the exact local sunrise and sunset time. Most panchangas and traditional astrology apps provide this information, but it is important to ensure that the times are adjusted for the location being used. Using standard or fixed times without correction can result in the wrong Hora being selected.

This method of dividing time shows the beauty of Vedic astrology, where even each hour is seen as having its own ruling force. The planet in charge of the hour influences the energy, mood, and result of actions taken during that time.

In the next section, we will understand why this system holds such importance in daily life and how it is used in the selection of muhurta and practical decision-making.

Importance of Hora in Daily Life and Muhurta Selection

In Vedic astrology, choosing the right time for an action is as important as the action itself. A good muhurta does not only depend on tithi, nakshatra, and yoga but also on the Hora. Each Hora carries the strength, nature, and mood of its ruling planet. Acting in alignment with this energy brings better results, fewer obstacles, and greater inner clarity.

Hora selection is especially useful for those who cannot always perform detailed muhurta calculations. It allows individuals to choose the most supportive time within a given day for daily tasks like travel, learning, negotiations, spiritual practices, and even medical treatments.

For example:

  • Starting a journey during the Hora of Venus or Jupiter is generally smooth and safe
  • Signing contracts is better done during Mercury or Jupiter Hora, not Saturn Hora
  • Spiritual activities such as puja or meditation are most effective during the Hora of the Moon, Jupiter, or the Sun
  • Avoiding conflict is wise during Mars Hora, which can increase anger or haste
  • Serious discussions and official decisions should be done during Mercury or Sun Hora, not during the Hora of Saturn or Rahu Kalam

Priests, astrologers, and householders have used this wisdom for centuries to plan weddings, housewarmings, business openings, and even day-to-day tasks like shopping for gold or attending interviews.

Hora is also helpful when one does not have access to the full birth chart or when choosing auspicious time quickly. It acts as a shortcut within the larger system of muhurta, allowing better timing without detailed analysis.

In the following sections, we will look at the nature of each planet, understand their Hora characteristics, and then study the complete sequence of Horas across all seven days.

Hora Lords and Their Natural Significations

Each Hora is ruled by one of the seven classical planets. The planet that rules a Hora influences the mood, quality, and outcome of activities performed during that hour. Understanding the nature of each planetary lord is essential to choosing the right Hora for specific tasks.

Below is a summary of the seven Hora lords and their natural significations:

Sun (Surya)
The Sun represents power, authority, government, leadership, ego, and spiritual light. Sun Hora is strong for dealing with officials, beginning government work, asserting leadership, and performing spiritual rituals that require mental clarity and confidence. However, it may not be ideal for emotional or relational matters.

Moon (Chandra)
The Moon governs emotions, mind, nourishment, water, and domestic affairs. Moon Hora is favorable for social interactions, communication with family, healing, charity, and activities requiring calmness or public appeal. It is gentle and nurturing in nature, though not suited for aggressive or highly technical work.

Mars (Mangala)
Mars signifies courage, aggression, energy, land, and conflict. Mars Hora is strong for activities that require boldness, quick action, or physical strength. It is suitable for sports, surgery, legal defense, and military matters. However, it should be avoided for delicate conversations, financial agreements, or marriage proposals.

Mercury (Budha)
Mercury represents communication, trade, analysis, writing, and intellectual tasks. Mercury Hora is excellent for business, transactions, learning, teaching, and public speaking. It supports logical thinking and adaptability. However, it is less effective for heavy emotional matters or decisions requiring deep intuition.

Jupiter (Guru)
Jupiter signifies wisdom, spirituality, teaching, law, wealth, and expansion. Jupiter Hora is highly favorable for spiritual practices, beginning new ventures, teaching, counseling, and all forms of blessings or auspicious activities. It brings optimism and divine protection.

Venus (Shukra)
Venus governs love, art, beauty, relationships, luxury, and harmony. Venus Hora is ideal for romantic meetings, artistic work, decorating, music, marriage-related discussions, and any activity that requires grace or charm. It is gentle, refined, and peaceful in nature.

Saturn (Shani)
Saturn represents discipline, time, hard work, structure, and obstacles. Saturn Hora supports laborious, long-term, or practical activities. It is good for planning, working with senior citizens, dealing with rules or law, and managing responsibility. It is not suitable for joyful events, marriage, or emotional tasks.

Each planet’s Hora brings its own influence, and the success of an activity depends on matching the nature of the work with the nature of the Hora lord. A mismatch may lead to resistance, delays, or reduced results.

In the next section, we will explore how this planetary order repeats each day and how the Hora sequence begins from the ruling planet of the weekday.

Complete Hora Chart and Sequence for All Seven Days

Hora in Vedic astrology refers to planetary hours, where each hour of the day is governed by one of the seven classical planets: Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn. These planets take turns ruling each hour of the 24-hour cycle, beginning at local sunrise. From sunrise, each Hora lasts for one hour and follows a fixed sequence.

The first Hora of each day always belongs to the planet that rules that weekday. For example:

  • Sunday starts with Sun Hora
  • Monday starts with Moon Hora
  • Tuesday starts with Mars Hora
  • Wednesday starts with Mercury Hora
  • Thursday starts with Jupiter Hora
  • Friday starts with Venus Hora
  • Saturday starts with Saturn Hora

After the first Hora, the sequence follows this unchanging classical planetary order:
Sun → Venus → Mercury → Moon → Saturn → Jupiter → Mars

This cycle continues hour by hour throughout the day and night. Therefore, each day has 24 Horas, and the sequence repeats every 7 hours. The start and end time of each Hora depends on local sunrise. Daytime (sunrise to sunset) is divided into 12 equal Horas, and nighttime (sunset to sunrise) also into 12. As a result, Hora duration changes slightly every day, becoming longer in summer days and shorter in winter.

Here is the complete 24-hour Hora chart for all 7 days of the week. This chart tells you the ruling planet for each hour of the day:

24-Hour Hora Chart by Weekday

HourSundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
1st HourSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturn
2nd HourVenusSaturnSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiter
3rd HourMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoonMars
4th HourMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSun
5th HourSaturnSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenus
6th HourJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoonMarsMercury
7th HourMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoon
8th HourSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturn
9th HourVenusSaturnSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiter
10th HourMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoonMars
11th HourMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSun
12th HourSaturnSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenus
13th HourJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoonMarsMercury
14th HourMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoon
15th HourSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturn
16th HourVenusSaturnSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiter
17th HourMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoonMars
18th HourMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSun
19th HourSaturnSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenus
20th HourJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoonMarsMercury
21st HourMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoon
22nd HourSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiterVenusSaturn
23rd HourVenusSaturnSunMoonMarsMercuryJupiter
24th HourMercuryJupiterVenusSaturnSunMoonMars

This table allows you to locate the most suitable planetary hour for any given weekday. Suppose someone is planning an important meeting on Thursday at 10 AM. If local sunrise is at 6 AM, that would fall in the 5th Hora of the day, which is ruled by Mercury on Thursdays,  a good time for communication or negotiation.

In the next section, we’ll discuss Rahu Kalam, a special time period each day that is traditionally avoided, even if the Hora seems favorable.

Rahu Kalam: What It Means and Why It Is Avoided

In Vedic astrology, Rahu Kalam is a daily time period considered inauspicious for initiating new or important activities. This period is associated with Rahu, a shadow planet known for causing confusion, delays, and unexpected obstacles. While routine tasks can continue during Rahu Kalam, starting new ventures is traditionally avoided.

How Rahu Kalam Is Calculated

Rahu Kalam is determined by dividing the time between sunrise and sunset into eight equal segments. Each segment corresponds to a specific time period of the day. The segment assigned to Rahu Kalam varies depending on the weekday.

For example, if sunrise is at 6:00 AM and sunset at 6:00 PM, the day comprises 12 hours, and each segment is 1.5 hours (90 minutes) long. The Rahu Kalam for each day falls into the following segments:

WeekdayRahu Kalam SegmentTime (Assuming 6 AM Sunrise)
Monday2nd Segment7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Tuesday7th Segment3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Wednesday5th Segment12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Thursday6th Segment1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Friday4th Segment10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday3rd Segment9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Sunday8th Segment4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

It’s important to note that the actual timing of Rahu Kalam varies daily and by location, as it depends on the local sunrise and sunset times. Therefore, consulting a reliable Panchang or using a Rahu Kalam calculator specific to your location is advisable for precise timings .

Activities to Avoid During Rahu Kalam

Traditionally, the following activities are avoided during Rahu Kalam:

  • Initiating new ventures or projects
  • Commencing journeys or travels
  • Signing important documents or contracts
  • Conducting marriage ceremonies or engagements
  • Making significant financial transactions or investments

However, tasks that have already begun before Rahu Kalam can continue during this period without concern. The caution applies primarily to the commencement of new undertakings.

How to Use Hora and Rahu Kalam Together for Daily Planning

Knowing Hora and Rahu Kalam is one thing. Using them together with wisdom is what makes daily decisions more fruitful and less prone to error. Every hour of the day carries a certain planetary vibration, and Rahu Kalam acts as a cautionary pause within that rhythm.

The Hora of the hour tells you the quality of time based on the ruling planet. For example:

  • Mercury Hora is good for communication, business, writing, or travel.
  • Jupiter Hora is favorable for teaching, guidance, finances, or spiritual acts.
  • Venus Hora supports marriage talks, beauty-related work, or creative work.
  • Mars Hora is good for action, energy, and competition.
  • Saturn Hora helps with discipline, structure, and endurance.
  • Moon Hora supports emotional matters, relationships, or care.
  • Sun Hora favors authority, government work, health, or visibility.

But when Rahu Kalam overlaps with any Hora, the energy of that Hora becomes mixed or weakened. That means, even if you are in a beneficial Hora like Jupiter or Mercury, you must not start anything new if it coincides with Rahu Kalam.

Here is how to use both together in practical life:

1. Avoid Rahu Kalam completely for new work

Even if it falls within a supportive Hora, Rahu Kalam is traditionally avoided. Wait until it passes, especially for critical beginnings.

2. Choose the right Hora after Rahu Kalam ends

Once Rahu Kalam is over, pick a Hora that matches your work. For instance, if you want to talk about marriage, wait until Venus Hora after Rahu Kalam. If you’re applying for a job, Mercury or Jupiter Hora is better.

3. Plan important tasks early in the day

Morning Horas are often more predictable and aligned with daily Panchang. Many people plan their day around the first six Horas to stay ahead of complications.

4. Use both as tools, not fear

Rahu Kalam is not a punishment. Hora is not a guarantee. They are indicators of time energy, just like weather forecasts. Wise use brings better chances, but the outcome also depends on personal karma and planetary periods in your own chart.

If needed, you can always check the Hora and Rahu Kalam using PocketPandit’s Panchang service, which is instant and accurate.

In the next section, we will explore which Hora is best suited for which activity, so you can make fast, clear decisions every single day.

Best Hora for Different Types of Activities

Each Hora carries the subtle influence of its ruling planet. The strength of the Hora depends not just on the planet’s natural nature, but also on the time of day, day of the week, and what activity is being performed. Below is a clear guide to help you match your work with the right planetary hour.

Sun Hora

The Sun represents authority, government, health, self-confidence, recognition, and leadership. Sun Hora supports tasks where visibility, respect, or decision-making is needed.

Recommended Activities

  • Meeting government officials or applying for licenses
  • Giving interviews or public speeches
  • Starting new health routines or fitness programs
  • Making firm decisions or giving commands
  • Seeking favors from higher-ups
  • Taking medicine or initiating treatment

Caution
Avoid ego-based decisions during Sun Hora, especially if the Sun is afflicted in your birth chart.

Moon Hora

The Moon is the planet of emotions, sensitivity, home, care, fluids, and intuition. Moon Hora brings comfort, peace, and connection. It is a soft hour best used for nurturing actions.

Recommended Activities

  • Spending time with family or caring for someone
  • Household work, gardening, or food preparation
  • Visiting elders, temples, or peaceful places
  • Making emotional appeals or writing poetry
  • Talking to someone close or resolving feelings

Caution
Avoid overreacting emotionally or starting business deals during this Hora. It is good for nurturing, not for negotiations.

Mars Hora

Mars represents energy, courage, weapons, fire, and assertion. Mars Hora is excellent for physical actions that require force, competition, or focus.

Recommended Activities

  • Going to the gym or beginning sports
  • Starting construction work or repairs
  • Standing up for yourself or confronting issues
  • Joining the military or police-related work
  • Surgery or using tools or sharp instruments

Caution
Avoid arguments or impulsive decisions during Mars Hora. If Mars is weak or in a bad house in your chart, this Hora can make you overly aggressive.

Mercury Hora

Mercury rules logic, trade, communication, education, and learning. Mercury Hora is fast-moving and intellectually active, perfect for commercial or analytical work.

Recommended Activities

  • Writing, editing, speaking, teaching
  • Making business calls or signing documents
  • Negotiating contracts or sending emails
  • Starting marketing or promotional efforts
  • Attending interviews or technical exams

Caution
Avoid multitasking too much. If Mercury is combust or afflicted, you may talk without clarity or commit careless errors.

Jupiter Hora

Jupiter is the planet of wisdom, teaching, law, charity, and dharma. Jupiter Hora is the most auspicious for noble or long-term decisions. It is a time of grace, expansion, and clarity.

Recommended Activities

  • Studying scriptures, teaching, or spiritual learning
  • Making long-term financial plans or investments
  • Seeking guidance from mentors or priests
  • Performing puja, daan, or yajnas
  • Counseling others or applying for higher education

Caution
Avoid material greed or overconfidence during this Hora. Jupiter gives, but expects humility in return.

Venus Hora

Venus governs relationships, luxury, beauty, pleasures, and the arts. Venus Hora is perfect for harmony, elegance, and personal joys.

Recommended Activities

  • Attending weddings, planning marriage discussions
  • Buying clothes, perfumes, ornaments, or gifts
  • Starting anything related to music, dance, or design
  • Socializing, dating, or romantic activities
  • Beautifying your home or self-care routines

Caution
Avoid laziness or indulgence. If Venus is weak in your horoscope, you may waste time or money unnecessarily.

Saturn Hora

Saturn is the planet of work, discipline, delays, structure, karma, and reality. Saturn Hora is a serious and focused time. It is best used for tasks that require patience and long-term results.

Recommended Activities

  • Doing accounting, tax filing, or legal procedures
  • Dealing with debts, boundaries, or heavy responsibilities
  • Facing fears or working on difficult tasks
  • Studying late or working overtime
  • Repairing machinery or doing manual labor

Caution
Do not begin new ventures during Saturn Hora unless they require endurance. If Saturn is retrograde or you are under Sade Sati or Dhaiya, this Hora may feel heavy.

Using this guide, you can now time your actions not just by the clock, but by the strength of the hour. This is not superstition. This is Kaala Shastra, the science of time.

In the next section, we will look at examples from daily life where choosing the right Hora has helped avoid failure or brought success.

Real-Life Examples of Using Hora in Decision Making

The principles of Hora may sound simple, but they become powerful when applied consistently. Below are examples from real situations where the right or wrong Hora made a visible difference. These are the types of moments where time itself becomes your ally — or your test.

Example 1: Business Proposal Sent in Mercury Hora

A small business owner in Kathmandu had been trying to land a contract with a logistics company. He had written multiple proposals but received no response. On the advice of his family priest, he sent his next proposal during a Mercury Hora on Wednesday morning, just after Rahu Kalam ended.

Not only was his email read within 30 minutes, but he also received a follow-up call the same day. Mercury being the planet of communication and Wednesday being its own day, the timing aligned perfectly.

Example 2: Job Interview Scheduled During Rahu Kalam

A university graduate in Dubai had a job interview for a reputed IT firm. Due to scheduling constraints, he chose to attend it during Rahu Kalam on Tuesday afternoon. His answers were good, but there was confusion around the Zoom link, and the interviewer left midway due to a scheduling mix-up. He did not get called back.

In hindsight, he admitted that he felt uneasy before the meeting began. This is a classic case where starting anything new during Rahu Kalam can bring invisible obstacles.

Example 3: Surgery During Mars Hora

A young man in Pokhara was scheduled for a minor surgical procedure. His family checked the Mars Hora on Saturday morning, a good match since Mars rules blood, cuts, and sharp instruments. The surgery was successful, and his recovery was faster than expected.

Many Ayurvedic practitioners also recommend Mars Hora for treatments involving heat or invasive methods. However, Mars Hora must be avoided if Mars is weak in the native’s chart.

Example 4: Property Purchase During Venus Hora

A couple in Delhi finalized the paperwork to purchase a flat during Venus Hora on Friday. Venus rules real estate, beauty, and comforts, and Friday is its own day. The transaction went smoothly, the builder gave extra discounts, and the house required no major repairs.

Timing the act of “registration” during Venus Hora proved lucky, even though the house had been selected earlier.

An entrepreneur in Sydney submitted a response to a legal notice during Saturn Hora on Monday evening. Although the content was strong, the response was not received by the lawyer until two days later due to a file upload error.

Saturn is the lord of delays and obstacles, and when its Hora is chosen without care,  especially on days it does not favor — such delays are common. If the same file had been sent during Jupiter Hora, the wisdom and grace of Jupiter may have offered smoother delivery.

These examples show that even small changes in timing can shift results. Hora is not about guarantees. It is about giving yourself the best conditions for success. Many successful people, knowingly or unknowingly, follow these rhythms.

Final Guidelines for Using Hora and Rahu Kalam Wisely

You now know the logic behind planetary Horas and the caution around Rahu Kalam. But how do you apply it practically? This section lays out what your ancestors followed silently,  and what modern seekers should remember loudly.

These guidelines are based on traditional wisdom and real-world observation.

1. Never Start Important Tasks During Rahu Kalam

This is rule number one. Even if you are in a good Hora like Jupiter, Mercury, or Venus, if it overlaps with Rahu Kalam, do not begin anything new. Wait. Once Rahu Kalam passes, resume your plan in the next suitable Hora.

Rahu Kalam distorts perception. What looks good now may collapse later. It is like driving through fog — the risk is not always visible at the start.

2. Use the Hora That Matches the Nature of Your Task

Every action has a matching planet. Choose the Hora that matches the action:

  • Business communication or exams? Mercury Hora.
  • Legal or karmic work? Saturn Hora.
  • Teaching, investments, or charity? Jupiter Hora.
  • Romantic or creative work? Venus Hora.
  • Aggressive or physical action? Mars Hora.
  • Emotional connection or home decisions? Moon Hora.
  • Leadership or government affairs? Sun Hora.

If unsure, pick Jupiter Hora. It is the most sattvic and forgiving.

3. Match the Hora with the Day for Best Results

If possible, match Hora and weekday both. For example:

  • Venus Hora on Friday
  • Sun Hora on Sunday
  • Moon Hora on Monday
  • Mercury Hora on Wednesday
  • Jupiter Hora on Thursday
  • Mars Hora on Tuesday
  • Saturn Hora on Saturday

When the Hora planet rules the day, its influence is strongest and most reliable. Such combinations are highly auspicious.

4. Avoid Hora of Enemy Planets During Key Life Events

Planets have friends and enemies. If your Moon sign lord is friendly to the Hora planet, the results are more supportive. But avoid the Hora of enemy planets when you are in a sensitive Mahadasha or dealing with health, career, or marriage decisions.

For example, avoid Saturn Hora during Venus Mahadasha if Saturn is a malefic in your chart. Or avoid Mars Hora during Mercury Mahadasha if you have a combust Mercury.

5. Do Not Over-Analyze Hora for Every Small Task

Hora is powerful, but not for overthinking. You do not need to check Hora before tying your shoes or sending an email to your cousin. Reserve it for key events:

  • Signing contracts
  • Starting travel
  • Attending interviews
  • Making payments
  • Beginning pooja or daan
  • Finalizing marriage talks
  • Launching websites or businesses

For these, Hora matters. For routine tasks, use your inner rhythm.

6. Always Cross-Check with Panchang if Sunrise Varies

Hora starts from sunrise. If sunrise is at 5:30 AM today, then Sun Hora begins at 5:30 and ends roughly at 6:30. Fixed hour-based charts assume a 6:00 AM start but are not precise for all locations. Use PocketPandit Panchang or Drik Panchang to check sunrise and calculate exact Hora hours for your region.

7. When in Doubt, Choose Jupiter or Moon Hora

Jupiter Hora brings wisdom, grace, and stability. Moon Hora brings care and comfort. These two are usually harmless, especially for first steps, prayers, or family matters. If no other Hora fits, start during Jupiter Hora — even the gods bless it.

Hora and Rahu Kalam are part of the oldest time management system in the world. They are not rituals. They are intelligent filters for action. When used with awareness, they save you from delays, failures, and blind decisions.

In the final section, we will give you direct access to the PocketPandit Hora and Rahu Kalam Table you can consult daily, anywhere in the world.

PocketPandit Hora and Rahu Kalam Table 

Now that you understand the significance of Hora and Rahu Kalam, here is your complete daily guide to applying this knowledge in real life. This section gives you the exact planetary sequence, Rahu Kalam hours for each weekday, and how to use them. No guesswork. No vague advice.

This Hora chart is based on sunrise at 6:00 AM and follows the traditional planetary order:
Sun → Venus → Mercury → Moon → Saturn → Jupiter → Mars

If sunrise in your city is different, adjust accordingly. For accuracy, use the PocketPandit Panchang to get your exact local timing.

24-Hour Hora Sequence by Day

Every weekday begins with the Hora of its ruling planet. The cycle then continues in the fixed order of planets.

  • Sunday: Starts with Sun Hora
  • Monday: Starts with Moon Hora
  • Tuesday: Starts with Mars Hora
  • Wednesday: Starts with Mercury Hora
  • Thursday: Starts with Jupiter Hora
  • Friday: Starts with Venus Hora
  • Saturday: Starts with Saturn Hora

Each Hora lasts for 1 hour (approximate) if sunrise is at 6:00 AM. There are 24 Horas in a day, and the order repeats every 7 Horas. The 8th, 15th, and 22nd Horas will again belong to the day’s ruling planet.

Use this fixed cycle with your local sunrise to determine Hora throughout the day.

Rahu Kalam Timings (Approximate)

Rahu Kalam changes by weekday and always lasts for around 90 minutes. Here are the timings if sunrise is at 6:00 AM:

  • Monday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Tuesday: 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
  • Thursday: 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Friday: 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Sunday: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM

Rahu Kalam should always be avoided for beginning any new task, even if the Hora is otherwise good.

How to Use This Table in Real Life

  1. Start your day with your city’s sunrise time. Adjust the Hora chart accordingly.
  2. Avoid starting anything new during Rahu Kalam. Even good Horas lose power during this window.
  3. Match Hora to your activity. Use Jupiter Hora for dharmic tasks, Mercury Hora for communication, Venus Hora for beauty or relationships, and so on.
  4. Check your Mahadasha and transit. If you are in Saturn Mahadasha, Saturn Hora may feel heavier than usual. Use your chart as context.
  5. Use the Hora of the ruling planet’s weekday for maximum strength — like Mercury Hora on Wednesday, Jupiter Hora on Thursday, etc.
  6. When in doubt, use Jupiter or Moon Hora. These are the most gentle and beneficial for general wellbeing and spiritual action.

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    1. I loved how the blog explained how each planet rules specific hours and how that energy influences the tasks we do. I’ve started planning my day around Hora and can definitely feel the difference—especially when it comes to important meetings. The connection between time and planetary energy is so practical!

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