{"id":2617,"date":"2026-07-28T05:26:40","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T05:26:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hindisanatan.com\/english\/?p=2617"},"modified":"2026-07-28T05:26:41","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T05:26:41","slug":"first-sawan-somwar-2026-shubh-muhurat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hindisanatan.com\/english\/first-sawan-somwar-2026-shubh-muhurat\/","title":{"rendered":"First Sawan Somwar 2026 Shubh Muhurat: Date, Puja Vidhi and Significance (August 3)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

First Sawan Somwar 2026- <\/strong>The month of Shravan (Sawan) is considered the holiest time of the year for devotees of Lord Shiva. Temples across India echo with chants of “Bam Bam Bhole” throughout this month, as devotees observe fasts and perform special worship to seek Shiva’s blessings. In 2026, the first Sawan Somwar 2026 falls on Monday, August 3<\/strong>, marking the beginning of a month filled with devotion, fasting, and prayer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On this auspicious day, devotees visit Shiva temples and perform puja at home with songs, aarti, and sacred mantras. It is widely believed that observing this fast and offering jal (water) on the Shivling can help resolve health issues, delays in marriage, or other life obstacles. Unmarried women often observe this fast seeking a good life partner, married couples pray for a happy married life, and young people fast for career growth or the fulfillment of long-pending wishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First Sawan Somwar 2026: Date and Tithi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to the Hindu Panchang, the first Sawan Somwar falls on August 3, 2026<\/strong>, during Krishna Paksha Panchami in the month of Shravan. The Panchami tithi begins at 11:15 PM on Sunday, August 2, 2026<\/strong>, and ends at 10:54 PM on Monday, August 3, 2026<\/strong>. This day also carries the auspicious combination of Ravi Yoga and Shravan Nakshatra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First Sawan Somwar 2026 time: Shubh Muhurat <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Muhurat<\/th>Timing<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Brahma Muhurat<\/td>04:19 AM \u2013 05:01 AM<\/td><\/tr>
Pratah Sandhya<\/td>04:40 AM \u2013 05:44 AM<\/td><\/tr>
Abhijit Muhurat<\/td>12:00 PM \u2013 12:54 PM<\/td><\/tr>
Vijay Muhurat<\/td>02:42 PM \u2013 03:35 PM<\/td><\/tr>
Godhuli Muhurat<\/td>07:11 PM \u2013 07:32 PM<\/td><\/tr>
Sayahna Sandhya<\/td>07:11 PM \u2013 08:14 PM<\/td><\/tr>
Amrit Kaal<\/td>05:07 AM \u2013 06:45 PM<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Read in hindi –<\/mark><\/strong> Pehla Sawan Somwar 2026 shubh muhurat: 03 \u0905\u0917\u0938\u094d\u0924 \u0915\u094b \u0915\u092c \u0914\u0930 \u0915\u0948\u0938\u0947 \u0915\u0930\u0947\u0902 \u0936\u093f\u0935 \u092a\u0942\u091c\u0928? \u091c\u093e\u0928\u0947 \u092a\u0942\u091c\u093e \u0915\u093e \u0936\u0941\u092d \u092e\u0941\u0939\u0942\u0930\u094d\u0924<\/strong><\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sawan Somwar 2026 Puja Vidhi (Step-by-Step)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sawan Somwar 2026 Puja Vidhi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Wake up early and take a bath, then wear clean clothes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Purify the puja area using Ganga jal or clean water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Set up an idol or picture of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Begin the puja with a prayer to Lord Ganesha.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Offer Ganga jal, milk, curd, ghee, honey, and sugar on the Shivling (Panchamrit Abhishek).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Offer bel patra (bilva leaves), datura, bhasma, and white flowers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Chant “Om Namah Shivaya<\/strong>” while lighting a lamp, applying chandan (sandalwood paste), and offering flowers, fruits, and sweets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Offer milk, rice, sweets, and fruits to Goddess Parvati as well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Conclude the puja with the Shiva-Parvati aarti and distribute prasad among family members.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Listen to the Sawan Somwar Vrat Katha<\/a> during or after the puja, and eat only fruits, milk, panchamrit, or other fasting-appropriate food through the day. Avoid grains, salt, and fried food.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Sawan Somwar Vrat Rules and Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Both mental and physical purity are considered essential during the Sawan Somwar fast. It is believed to be inauspicious to lie, criticize others, act with deceit, or cut hair and nails during the month of Shravan. Devotees are encouraged to chant “Om Namah Shivaya<\/strong>” throughout the day and recite the Shiv Chalisa or Shiva mantras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    It is believed that observing the Sawan Somwar fast brings the blessings of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, removing obstacles and fulfilling wishes. It is also said to bring prosperity, good health, and peace to the household.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The first Sawan Somwar 2026 is considered a highly meritorious day for Shiva devotees. Observing the fast with the correct puja vidhi<\/a> and complete devotion is believed to bring special blessings from Lord Shiva, along with relief from life’s difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Read this –<\/mark><\/strong> Shiv Panchakshar Stotra: \u0936\u093f\u0935 \u092a\u0902\u091a\u093e\u0915\u094d\u0937\u0930 \u0938\u094d\u0924\u094b\u0924\u094d\u0930 \u0905\u0930\u094d\u0925 \u0938\u0939\u093f\u0924<\/mark><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n
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    When is the first Sawan Somwar in 2026?<\/h3>\n
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    The first Sawan Somwar in 2026 falls on Monday, August 3.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    What is the shubh muhurat for Shiva puja on the first Sawan Somwar 2026?<\/h3>\n
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    The Abhijit Muhurat (12:00 PM \u2013 12:54 PM) and Amrit Kaal (05:07 AM \u2013 06:45 PM) are considered especially auspicious for puja.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    What should be offered to Lord Shiva on Sawan Somwar?<\/h3>\n
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    Ganga jal, milk, curd, ghee, honey, sugar, bel patra, datura, bhasma, and white flowers are traditionally offered.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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    What should be avoided during the Sawan Somwar fast?<\/h3>\n
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    Grains, salt (except sendha namak), fried food, lying, criticizing others, and cutting hair or nails are considered inauspicious during this fast.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

    (Disclaimer:<\/strong> The information in this article is based on astrological calculations, the Panchang, religious texts, and popular beliefs. HindiSanatan does not claim the accuracy or authenticity of this information. Readers are requested to treat this as general information only and consult an expert before making any religious or spiritual decisions. Our intent is not to promote superstition or any misleading beliefs.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n