When is Raksha Bandhan in 2027? - Best Rakhi Muhurat Time

For those who are wondering when is Raksha Bandhan in 2027; the date for Rakhi is Tuesday, 17^th of August 2027. Rakhi, the festival that celebrates the love and bond between brothers and sisters falls on the full moon day which is the Shravan Poornima of the Shravan month of the Hindu calendar. The Shravan month of the Hindu calendar is known as the holy month and many festivals are celebrated during this time including the Krishna Janmashtami which marks the birth of Lord Krishna.

Rakhi is a monsoon festival that, besides being a day where the love and relationship between brother and sister, is also celebrated, as per the Hindu beliefs, as the day when all dirt and complexities of life are eliminated and a new hope and prosperity rises in one's life. This also marks the arrival of a good fortune.

Rakhi Muhurat 2027

• Raksha Bandhan 2027 Shubh Muhurat: (Tue, 17th August, 2027) Starting from 05:58 AM and ending at 12:58 PM. Duration - 07 Hours

Why Does Raksha Bandhan Date Change Every Year?

• Rakhi celebration in 2027will be celebrated on Tue - 17^th of August, 2027
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2026Friday, the 28^th of August, 2026
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2025Saturday, the 9^th of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2024Monday, the 19^th of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2023Wednesday, the 30^th of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2022Thursday, the 11^th of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2021Sunday, the 22^rd of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2020Monday, the 03^rd of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2019Thursday, the 15^th of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2018Sunday, the 26^th of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2017Sunday, the 07^th of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2016Thursday, the 18^th of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2015Saturday, the 29^th of August
• Rakhi was celebrated in 2014Sunday, the 10^th of August

Year by year most wait for this festival which is why it is common for a person to always be curious about when is Raksha Bandhan, The rituals of this festival keep changing as per different communities but in its essence, during this festival, a sister ties a thread of Rakhi on her brother's wrist and prays for his long life whereas in return the brother promises to protect her against all evil and difficulties of life. This bond is celebrated now in India and across the world with the same enthusiasm. This is quite because of the fact that now many Indians have migrated abroad, taking their culture and trends with them.

Though geographical distances have increased, world has become smaller thanks to the internet and social media. It is due to this that more and more online portals have come into existence and also allow shopping with shipping all around the world. At Rakhiz.com, we offer services across the world where even if you're living at the other end of the world, you can easily send Rakhi to your sibling with just a few clicks.

To be able to send Rakhi online to your sibling living across the world, all you need to do is figure our when is Raksha Bandhan and a few weeks before that, choose a present for your loved ones, add a gift or sweets and then simply use the safe and secure gateway to make payments and get assured timely delivery wherever in the world you wish to send your Rakhi and presents.

With just a few clicks, cross borders and overcome distances galore and be with your loved ones in a jiffy to enjoy the festival that celebrates and signifies a harmonious relationship between people.

Frequently asked questions

When is Raksha Bandhan 2027?

Raksha Bandhan 2027 is on Tuesday, 17 August 2027, the Shravan Purnima (full moon) of the Hindu calendar.

What is the rakhi muhurat in 2027?

In most of India the rakhi can be tied from sunrise until the Purnima tithi ends at about 12:58 PM IST on 17 August 2027. Bhadra is over before sunrise that day. Timings change a little by city, so check your local panchang.

Is Raksha Bandhan on a different date in the USA or Canada?

Yes, it can be. Because the Purnima tithi starts on the morning of 16 August in India, panchangs calculated for North America place Raksha Bandhan 2027 on Monday, 16 August. Families in the UK, Europe, the Gulf and Asia usually celebrate on 17 August.

When should I order a rakhi for delivery abroad?

For Express Delivery order by about 3 to 6 August 2027 depending on the country, and by late July for Standard Delivery. See our last order dates by country.

Why does the date of Raksha Bandhan change every year?

Raksha Bandhan follows the lunar Hindu calendar. It falls on the full moon of the month of Shravan, which moves between late July and late August in the Gregorian calendar.