Amrutkaal ॐ अमृतकाल Vishu
Vishu 2027 is observed on Wednesday, 14 April 2027 — it follows malayalam new year; first day of medam (~apr 14).
Shubh Muhurat
Full panchang, Rahu Kaal, and muhurat windows will be available closer to 14 April 2027.
We compute auspicious time windows with Swiss Ephemeris when the festival falls within our 38-day panchang window.
Significance
Vishu marks the Malayalam New Year. The most important ritual is Vishukkani — the first sight of the new year arranged with gold ornaments, mirror, fruits, vegetables, flowers, and the Kanikkonna blossoms, viewed at dawn for prosperity.
Rituals & Traditions
Upcoming dates
- 2024 14 April 2024 (past)
- 2025 14 April 2025 (past)
- 2026 14 April 2026 (past)
- 2027 14 April 2027
- 2028 14 April 2028
- 2029 14 April 2029
- 2030 14 April 2030
- 2031 14 April 2031
- 2032 14 April 2032
- 2033 14 April 2033
- 2034 14 April 2034
- 2035 14 April 2035
- 2036 14 April 2036
Observed by: Hindus
Frequently asked questions
When is Vishu 2027?
Vishu 2027 is observed on Wednesday, 14 April 2027. The festival follows malayalam new year; first day of medam (~apr 14).
What is Vishu?
Vishu marks the Malayalam New Year. The most important ritual is Vishukkani — the first sight of the new year arranged with gold ornaments, mirror, fruits, vegetables, flowers, and the Kanikkonna blossoms, viewed at dawn for prosperity.
Who observes Vishu?
Vishu is observed by Hindus.
Why does the date of Vishu change every year?
Vishu is fixed by the Hindu luni-solar calendar — it falls on malayalam new year; first day of medam (~apr 14). Because that tithi drifts against the Gregorian calendar each year, the English date moves, even though the festival is always on the same point in the lunar month.