Diwali 2026 in San Jose

Significance

Diwali is widely observed as the festival of lights, associated with the victory of light over darkness and prosperity worship.

Why It Is Celebrated

Many Hindu traditions connect Diwali with Rama's return to Ayodhya, Lakshmi Puja, and regional New Year observances.

Local Timing

Date and timing can vary by location because observances depend on local sunrise, tithi, and festival-specific rules.

Lakshmi Puja Time Guide

For San Jose, sunset is 05:02 PM. Lakshmi Puja is traditionally observed after sunset during Pradosh kaal.

Amavasya Tithi

At sunrise, the local panchang shows Krishna Paksha Amavasya in ashwina.

Nishita Kaal

Nishita kaal is the midnight worship period. Check the Nitya Panchang app before worship for exact local muhurta refinements.

Related Pages

Sources