6 upcoming eclipses with Brihat Samhita interpretation
How to Use This Eclipse Analysis
In Vedic tradition, eclipses are treated as high-impact celestial events, especially for collective affairs. This page lists upcoming eclipses with their astronomical timing, sign placement, nakshatra context, and a rule-based interpretation derived from classical Medini literature.
For practical reading, begin with the eclipse type (solar or lunar), then note the rashi and nakshatra. These two factors often determine which geographies, sectors, and themes are highlighted in traditional texts. Severity labels indicate comparative intensity, while duration gives the expected effect window used in classical forecasting cycles.
This analysis is educational and textual in nature. It should be read as a research-oriented lens, not as literal deterministic certainty for specific real-world incidents.
सूर्यग्रहण
Total Solar Eclipse
चेतावनी
2026-08-12
Maximum eclipse:17:45 UTC ·
Rashi: कर्क Karka 25.81° ·
Nakshatra: आश्लेषा Ashlesha Pada 3
सूर्यग्रहणे कर्कराशौ आश्लेषानक्षत्रे।
Total Solar Eclipse in Karka (कर्क) Rashi, Ashlesha (आश्लेषा) Nakshatra Pada 3. According to Brihat Samhita, this eclipse primarily affects Northern India, Tibet, Central Asia (northern direction). Snakebite fears increase. Poisoning incidents rise. Cunning rulers cause harm. Effects last approximately 6 months. Most powerful type of eclipse.
Affected: Northern India, Tibet, Central Asia · Duration: 6 months
चन्द्रग्रहण
Partial Lunar Eclipse
सावधान
2026-08-28
Maximum eclipse:04:12 UTC ·
Rashi: कुम्भ Kumbha 10.62° ·
Nakshatra: शतभिषा Shatabhisha Pada 2
चन्द्रग्रहणे कुम्भराशौ शतभिषानक्षत्रे।
Partial Lunar Eclipse in Kumbha (कुम्भ) Rashi, Shatabhisha (शतभिषा) Nakshatra Pada 2. According to Brihat Samhita, this eclipse primarily affects Western India, Gujarat, Rajasthan (western direction). Healers and physicians gain importance. Aquatic creatures affected. Alcohol and intoxicants cause problems. Effects last approximately 2 months.
Affected: Western India, Gujarat, Rajasthan · Duration: 2 months
सूर्यग्रहण
Annular Solar Eclipse
सावधान
2027-02-06
Maximum eclipse:15:59 UTC ·
Rashi: मकर Makara 23.39° ·
Nakshatra: धनिष्ठा Dhanishtha Pada 1
सूर्यग्रहणे मकरराशौ धनिष्ठानक्षत्रे।
Annular Solar Eclipse in Makara (मकर) Rashi, Dhanishtha (धनिष्ठा) Nakshatra Pada 1. According to Brihat Samhita, this eclipse primarily affects Southern India, Kerala, Tamil Nadu (southern direction). Wealthy persons face losses. Musical instruments destroyed. Charitable donations decrease. Effects last approximately 4 months.
Affected: Southern India, Kerala, Tamil Nadu · Duration: 4 months
चन्द्रग्रहण
Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
सावधान
2027-02-20
Maximum eclipse:23:12 UTC ·
Rashi: सिंह Simha 7.74° ·
Nakshatra: मघा Magha Pada 3
चन्द्रग्रहणे सिंहराशौ मघानक्षत्रे।
Penumbral Lunar Eclipse in Simha (सिंह) Rashi, Magha (मघा) Nakshatra Pada 3. According to Brihat Samhita, this eclipse primarily affects Eastern India, Myanmar, Indochina (eastern direction). Kings and rulers face grave dangers. Ancestral properties disputed. Royal families suffer. Effects last approximately 1 month. Mildest form.
Affected: Eastern India, Myanmar, Indochina · Duration: 1 months
चन्द्रग्रहण
Penumbral Lunar Eclipse
सावधान
2027-07-18
Maximum eclipse:16:03 UTC ·
Rashi: मकर Makara 1.72° ·
Nakshatra: उत्तराषाढ़ा Uttara Ashadha Pada 2
चन्द्रग्रहणे मकरराशौ उत्तराषाढ़ानक्षत्रे।
Penumbral Lunar Eclipse in Makara (मकर) Rashi, Uttara Ashadha (उत्तराषाढ़ा) Nakshatra Pada 2. According to Brihat Samhita, this eclipse primarily affects Southern India, Kerala, Tamil Nadu (southern direction). Warriors and soldiers face hardship. Government authority challenged. Elephants and large animals affected. Effects last approximately 1 month. Mildest form.
Affected: Southern India, Kerala, Tamil Nadu · Duration: 1 months
सूर्यग्रहण
Total Solar Eclipse
चेतावनी
2027-08-02
Maximum eclipse:10:06 UTC ·
Rashi: कर्क Karka 15.67° ·
Nakshatra: पुष्य Pushya Pada 4
सूर्यग्रहणे कर्कराशौ पुष्यनक्षत्रे।
Total Solar Eclipse in Karka (कर्क) Rashi, Pushya (पुष्य) Nakshatra Pada 4. According to Brihat Samhita, this eclipse primarily affects Northern India, Tibet, Central Asia (northern direction). Ministers and counselors face downfall. Barley and wheat crops affected. Effects last approximately 6 months. Most powerful type of eclipse.
Affected: Northern India, Tibet, Central Asia · Duration: 6 months
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What does Vedic astrology say about eclipses?
Brihat Samhita dedicates two chapters to eclipse effects: Rahugrahachara (Ch. 5 — solar) and Chandragrahachara (Ch. 6 — lunar). Effects depend on the Rashi, Nakshatra, and type of eclipse.
How long do eclipse effects last?
According to Brihat Samhita, solar eclipse effects last ~6 months and lunar eclipse effects ~3 months. Severity depends on the Nakshatra, eclipse type, and affected regions.
What are Rahu and Ketu?
Rahu (North Node) and Ketu (South Node) are shadow planets that cause eclipses. Vedic astrology treats them as actual grahas with real effects on nations and individuals.