Purnima - The Full Moon Days For Hindus

One of the highly followed events in Indian culture, Purnima holds great spiritual, mythological, and astrological significance. It is observed on the Full Moon day every month and involves traditional rituals and fasting. Ahead, know all the dates and importance of Purnima.

Purnima 2025 Date And Time

All Full Moon days or Purnimas are highly regarded among devotees; hence, marking the right dates and timings is essential. Here is the important Poornima 2025 date list.

Purnima January 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Pausha Purnima13 January 2025, Monday
Pausha Purnima begins05:03 AM, Jan 13
Pausha Purnima ends03:56 AM, Jan 14
NakshatraArdra

Purnima February 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Magha Purnima12 February 2025, Wednesday
Magha Purnima begins06:55 PM, Feb 11
Magha Purnima ends07:22 PM, Feb 12
NakshatraAshlesha

Purnima March 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Phalguna Purnima14 March 2025, Friday
Phalguna Purnima begins10:35 AM, Mar 13
Phalguna Purnima ends12:23 PM, Mar 14
NakshatraUttara Phalguni

Purnima April 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Chaitra Purnima12 April 2025, Saturday
Chaitra Purnima begins03:21 AM, Apr 12
Chaitra Purnima ends05:51 AM, Apr 13
NakshatraHasta

Purnima May 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Vaishakha Purnima12 May 2025, Monday
Vaishakha Purnima begins08:01 PM, May 11
Vaishakha Purnima ends10:25 PM, May 12
NakshatraSwati

Purnima June 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Jyeshtha Purnima11 June 2025, Wednesday
Jyeshtha Purnima begins11:35 AM, Jun 10
Jyeshtha Purnima ends01:13 PM, Jun 11
NakshatraJyeshtha

Purnima July 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Ashadha Purnima10 July 2025, Thursday
Ashadha Purnima begins01:36 AM, Jul 10
Ashadha Purnima ends02:06 AM, Jul 11
NakshatraPurva Ashadha

Purnima August 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Shravana Purnima9 August 2025, Saturday
Shravana Purnima begins02:12 PM, Aug 08
Shravana Purnima ends01:24 PM, Aug 09
NakshatraShravana

Purnima September 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Bhadrapada Purnima7 September 2025, Sunday
Bhadrapada Purnima begins01:41 AM, Sep 07
Bhadrapada Purnima ends11:38 PM, Sep 07
NakshatraShatabhisha

Purnima October 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Ashwina Purnima/
Sharad Purnima
7 October 2025, Tuesday
Ashwina Purnima begins12:23 PM, Oct 06
Ashwina Purnima ends09:16 AM, Oct 07
NakshatraRevati

Purnima November 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Kartika Purnima5 November 2025, Wednesday
Kartika Purnima begins10:36 PM, Nov 04
Kartika Purnima ends06:48 PM, Nov 05
NakshatraAshwini

Purnima December 2025

Purnima Vrat 2025Date, Time & Nakshatra
Margashirsha Purnima4 December 2025, Thursday
Margashirsha Purnima begins08:37 AM, Dec 04
Margashirsha Purnima ends04:43 AM, Dec 05
NakshatraKrittika

Meaning And Importance of Purnima

The word Purnima is derived from the Sanskrit words “Purna,” which means “Full,” and “Ma,” which means “Moon.” Thus, Purnima, in literal terms, is the day when the Full Moon appears. Like every year, it will start with Guru Purnima 2025 this year. This day marks the transition of a Yogi into a Guru who teaches people the path of righteousness.

Likewise, each Poornima day has a different significance every month. Hence, each next Purnima marks a day of fasting, feasting, and rituals for the Hindu people. The Purnima days, such as the Buddha Purnima 2025, signify the victory of light over darkness and represent the endless cycle of life, death, and rebirth.

Difference Between Purnima And Amavasya

Devotees must keep a note of Poornima this month and the upcoming ones to carry out auspicious rituals on time. However, there are also Amavasya days where religious activities are performed to avoid negative energies. Let us see the difference between the two.

  • Definition: According to Panchang, Purnima is the Full Moon day, while Amavasya is the No Moon day or New Moon day.
  • Significance: Purnima is auspicious as positive and divine energies rule during this time. On the other hand, Amavasya is inauspicious as evil energies are strong during this time.
  • Purpose: On the Purnima moon day, people perform rituals to praise different deities. While on Amavasya, people practice rituals to get rid of evil forces.
  • Position: When the Moon is completely visible to the Sun, it is Purnima. And when the Earth blocks the view between the Sun and Moon, it is Amavasya.
  • Duration: As the Moon makes one lunar month with one rotation around the Earth, the Purnima and Amavasya differ by a duration of 14.765295 days.

What You Should Avoid This Purnima

Alongside noting this month pournami date, please God in the true sense by keeping certain things in mind. Here’s what not to do during Purnima.

  • Avoid non-vegetarian food during the Pournami days if you haven’t been fasting.
  • Stop yourself from negative thoughts, anger and fighting with people. Also, avoid gambling.
  • Avoid wearing black clothing during the day, as it indicates negativity. Instead, you may choose white, which is a symbol of purity.
  • It is advised to avoid eating Tamasic food, which contains onions and garlic, during a Purnima Moon day.
  • Do not cut your hair or nails on any Purnima, as it is considered a ritual done after the death of a person.
  • Next Purnima, pay respect to your mother. Purnima Moon is related to mother, and one must avoid her insult in any manner.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Poornima is a Hindu festival celebrated on the full moon day of every Hindu lunar month. The term Poornima means 'full moon' in Sanskrit. This festival is considered one of the most significant Hindu celebrations and holds great spiritual significance for Hindus.
The gods worshipped during Poornima vary depend ing on the specific lunar month in which the festival is celebrated. However, some of the most commonly worshipped gods during Poornima include Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity, Lakshmi.
People believe that by fasting on Poornima one can purify and clean their soul, body, and mind. Purnima is known to welcome blessings, peace, and prosperity into the lives of observers. Fasting is also seen as a way of showing devotion to the gods and gaining self-discipline and control over one's desires.
The rituals performed during Poornima vary from region to region, but some common traditions include puja, the lighting of diyas, the chanting of mantras, and the distribution of prasad. In some communities, married women tie a sacred thread around a banyan tree to symbolise their love and devotion towards their husbands.
Yes, Poornima is celebrated in all parts of India, although the rituals and customs associated with the festival may vary depending on regional and cultural factors.
The Poornima this month is known as Magha Poornim a or Maghi Purnima. This festival is observed on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Magha, which falls in January or February Gregorian months. It is associated with the Hindu myth of the descent of the gods to Earth. Therefore, this is considered an ideal time for spiritual practices, such as meditation and chanting mantras. This month pournami date is tentatively scheduled to be February 15th.
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