Amrutkaal ॐ अमृतकाल Penumbral Lunar Eclipse — Sunday, 21 February 2027
Because it is visible here, Sutak Kaal is observed.
Eclipse Timings (IST)
| Begins | 2:42 AM |
|---|---|
| Maximum | 4:42 AM |
| Ends | 6:43 AM |
| Magnitude | 0 |
Times shown are in IST (Indian Standard Time).
Sutak Kaal
20 Feb, 5:42 PM → 21 Feb, 2:42 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.
Timings in Indian Cities
| City | Begin | Max | End | Mag. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | 6:43 AM | 0 |
| Mumbai | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | 6:43 AM | 0 |
| Kolkata | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | — | 0 |
| Chennai | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | — | 0 |
| Bengaluru | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | — | 0 |
| Hyderabad | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | — | 0 |
| Ahmedabad | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | 6:43 AM | 0 |
| Jaipur | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | 6:43 AM | 0 |
| Guwahati | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | — | 0 |
| Varanasi | 2:42 AM | 4:42 AM | — | 0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on Sunday, 21 February 2027 visible in India?
Yes. The Penumbral Lunar Eclipse on Sunday, 21 February 2027 is visible from India. Because it is visible here, Sutak Kaal is observed (from 20 Feb, 5:42 PM to 21 Feb, 2:42 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 Feb, 5:42 PM until 21 Feb, 2:42 AM IST. During Sutak, worship, cooking and eating are traditionally avoided; the period ends when the eclipse ends.
What time is the Penumbral Lunar Eclipse (IST)?
In IST the eclipse begins around 2:42 AM, reaches maximum at 4:42 AM and ends near 6:43 AM. Exact local times for major Indian cities are listed below.
What is the magnitude of this eclipse?
The lunar eclipse on Sunday, 21 February 2027 has a umbral magnitude of about 0. A partial eclipse covers only a fraction of the disc.