Phalguna Purnima (Holika Dahan), Chaitra Krishna Pratipada (Holi)
Holi & Holika Dahan 2027 – West Khasi Hills
Holika Dahan – after sunset (West Khasi Hills)
5:36 PM
Monday, 22 March 2027
All dates – West Khasi Hills
| Date | Sunset |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, 3 March 2026 | 5:27 PM |
| Monday, 22 March 2027 | 5:36 PM |
Nearby cities
| City | Sunset |
|---|---|
| South West Khasi Hills | 5:36 PM |
| Eastern West Khasi Hills | 5:35 PM |
| East Khasi Hills | 5:34 PM |
| Shillong | 5:34 PM |
| East Garo Hills | 5:39 PM |
| South Garo Hills | 5:39 PM |
About this festival
Holika Dahan is lit on the night of Phalguna Purnima, celebrating the victory of good over evil, and the festival of colours is played the next morning. The bonfire is lit after sunset on the full-moon evening, avoiding Bhadra Kaal.
How it is observed
- Holika Dahan bonfire with puja and parikrama on the full-moon night.
- Holi (Dhulandi/Rangwali Holi) with colours the next morning.
- Gujiya, thandai and visits to family and friends.
Calculated for West Khasi Hills, Meghalaya (25.52°N, 91.27°E) with a flat horizon. Behind buildings or hills the moon can appear a few minutes later.
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Questions people ask
What is the Holika Dahan muhurat?
It is after sunset on the Purnima evening, outside Bhadra Kaal. Exact muhurat varies by panchang, so confirm with your local priest.