Indian Ritu Calendar (Season Timings by Year)

Explore the complete Indian Ritu calendar with accurate seasonal timings based on astronomical calculations. This tool provides start and end dates of all six Hindu seasons along with zodiac transitions for any year from 1900 to 2826.

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2026 Indian Ritu Calendar

Vasant Ritu (Indian Spring)

Start: February 18, 2026, Wednesday 09:20 PM

End: April 20, 2026, Monday 07:08 AM

Zodiac: Meena (Pisces) & Mesha (Aries)

Grishma Ritu (Indian Summer)

Start: April 20, 2026, Monday 07:08 AM

End: June 21, 2026, Sunday 01:54 PM

Zodiac: Vrishabha (Taurus) & Mithuna (Gemini)

Varsha Ritu (Indian Monsoon)

Start: June 21, 2026, Sunday 01:54 PM

End: August 23, 2026, Sunday 07:47 AM

Zodiac: Karka (Cancer) & Simha (Leo)

Sharad Ritu (Indian Autumn)

Start: August 23, 2026, Sunday 07:47 AM

End: October 23, 2026, Friday 03:07 PM

Zodiac: Kanya (Virgo) & Tula (Libra)

Hemant Ritu (Indian Prewinter)

Start: October 23, 2026, Friday 03:07 PM

End: December 22, 2026, Tuesday 02:19 AM

Zodiac: Vrishchika (Scorpio) & Dhanu (Sagittarius)

Shishir Ritu (Indian Winter)

Start: December 22, 2026, Tuesday 02:19 AM

End: February 19, 2027, Friday 03:02 AM

Zodiac: Makara (Capricorn) & Kumbha (Aquarius)

Today's Astrological Thoughts

“The movement of planets shapes the direction of human life.”

— Ved Vyas

The Indian Ritu Calendar divides the year into six traditional seasons based on solar movement and astronomical events. These seasons play an important role in Hindu Panchang, Ayurveda, and Vedic lifestyle practices.

What is Ritu in Hindu Calendar?

In the Hindu calendar, a year is divided into six Ritūs (seasons), each lasting approximately two months. These seasons are determined based on the Sun’s transition across zodiac signs and key astronomical events like equinoxes and solstices.

List of 6 Indian Seasons (Ritu)

  • Vasant Ritu (Spring) – Associated with renewal and growth
  • Grishma Ritu (Summer) – Hot and dry season
  • Varsha Ritu (Monsoon) – Rainy season
  • Sharad Ritu (Autumn) – Clear skies and mild climate
  • Hemant Ritu (Pre-Winter) – Cool and dry weather
  • Shishir Ritu (Winter) – Coldest season of the year

Features of This Tool

  • ✔ Accurate Ritu timings based on astronomical calculations
  • ✔ Covers years from 1900 to 2826
  • ✔ Includes start and end date & time
  • ✔ Shows tropical zodiac signs for each season
  • ✔ Fast and mobile-friendly interface

Why Ritu is Important?

Ritu plays a key role in Ayurveda, agriculture, festivals, and daily lifestyle decisions. Each season influences diet, health routines, and religious observances.

How to Use This Tool

  1. Select or enter the year
  2. View all six Ritu timings instantly
  3. Check start, end, and zodiac details

Conclusion

This Indian Ritu Calendar tool provides a simple and accurate way to explore seasonal changes based on traditional Hindu timekeeping. Whether you're studying Panchang, planning rituals, or just curious about seasonal cycles, this tool makes it easy.

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