Dhanteras 2028 Date — Monday, October 16, 2028
When is Dhanteras in 2028? Dhanteras 2028 falls on Monday, October 16, 2028.
Observance: Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Other years: Dhanteras 2027 date · Dhanteras 2029 date
Dhanteras 2028 muhurat & timings — Delhi
| Sunrise | 06:22 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 05:50 pm |
| Moonrise | 04:08 am |
| Brahma Muhurat | 04:42 am – 05:32 am |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 11:43 am – 12:29 pm |
| Rahu Kaal (avoid) | 07:48 am – 09:14 am |
| Tithi at sunrise | Krishna Trayodashi |
| Nakshatra | Uttara Phalguni |
These are the day’s general muhurats and Rahu Kaal for Delhi, computed from the AllMandir panchang. Festival puja timings vary by tradition and city — open the full panchang for Mon, 16 October 2028 or ask your local mandir.
Dhanteras 2028 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Mon, 16 October 2028 | Main day |
| Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) | Tue, 17 October 2028 | |
| Diwali — Lakshmi Puja | Wed, 18 October 2028 |
Why we celebrate
Dhanvantari emerged with amrit on this day; worship of wealth, health, and new purchases.
How it is celebrated
Buying gold, silver, utensils; Dhanvantari and Lakshmi puja.
Puja timing
Trayodashi evening lamp facing south (Yama deepam) and Lakshmi puja.
Foods & offerings
Sweet prasad; puri-halwa in some regions.
Rituals
- Clean and decorate entrance.
- Light yama deepam for protection.
- Purchase metal item if possible.
Dhanteras dates by year
| Year | Date & day |
|---|---|
| 2027 | Dhanteras 2027 date |
| 2028 | Mon, 16 October 2028 |
| 2029 | Dhanteras 2029 date |
Hindu festivals around Dhanteras 2028
- Naraka Chaturdashi 2028 date — Tue, 17 October 2028
- Diwali 2028 date — Wed, 18 October 2028
- Govardhan Puja 2028 date — Wed, 18 October 2028
- Bhai Dooj 2028 date — Thu, 19 October 2028
- Chhath Puja 2028 date — Mon, 23 October 2028
- Skanda Sashti 2028 date — Mon, 23 October 2028
- Karva Chauth 2028 date — Sat, 7 October 2028
- Tulsi Vivah 2028 date — Sun, 29 October 2028
- Sharad Purnima 2028 date — Mon, 2 October 2028
- Kartik Purnima 2028 date — Thu, 2 November 2028
- Dussehra 2028 date — Thu, 28 September 2028
- Durga Puja 2028 date — Tue, 26 September 2028
Dhanteras 2028 puja & muhurat timings in major cities
| City | Abhijit Muhurat | Rahu Kaal (avoid) | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 11:43 am – 12:29 pm | 07:48 am – 09:14 am | 06:22 am | 05:50 pm |
| Mumbai | 12:00 pm – 12:47 pm | 08:00 am – 09:28 am | 06:33 am | 06:14 pm |
| Bengaluru | 11:41 am – 12:28 pm | 07:38 am – 09:07 am | 06:10 am | 05:59 pm |
| Chennai | 11:30 am – 12:17 pm | 07:28 am – 08:56 am | 05:59 am | 05:49 pm |
| Hyderabad | 11:37 am – 12:24 pm | 07:37 am – 09:05 am | 06:09 am | 05:53 pm |
| Kolkata | 10:58 am – 11:45 am | 07:00 am – 08:27 am | 05:33 am | 05:10 pm |
Times come from each city’s own sunrise, sunset and panchang for Mon, 16 October 2028.
Dhanteras 2028 FAQ
What time is Abhijit Muhurat on Dhanteras 2028 in Delhi?
Abhijit Muhurat in Delhi on Mon, 16 October 2028 is 11:43 am – 12:29 pm (local time, AllMandir panchang). See the table for other cities.
