Saturday Rahu Kaal, Yamagandam, and Gulika Kaal in Vedic Astrology

Saturday is governed by the planet of discipline, karma, and delays, Saturn (Shani). Being a slow-moving planet, Saturn usually creates obstacles to teach patience and resilience. On Saturdays, the Rahu Kaal, Yamagandam, and Gulika Kaal are crucial and can impact our lives negatively. In this blog, we shall learn about the mentioned inauspicious periods of the day by exploring all relevant details. So, let us dive deep and know all of it.

What is Rahu Kaal?

Rahu Kaal is the ninety-minute or one-and-a-half-hour timespan that occurs daily when the shadow planet, Rahu, casts its influences the most. Rahu is known for confusion, delusions, and material desires. Activities initiated during the Rahukalam usually face hindrances, delays, or failures.

The Saturday Rahukalam timings are usually in the late afternoons. However, the accurate timings of the Saturday Rahukalam depend on the sunrise or sunset in your location.

What is Yamagandam?

The god of death, Yama, rules Yamagandam - the period considered inauspicious to commence any auspicious or constructive activities. However, this time is suitable for commencing auspicious or constructive activities. The Saturday Yamagandam timings might differ but usually surface during the mid-morning.

What is Gulika Kaal?

The period of Gulika Kaal is related to the son of Saturn, Gulika. The Gulika Kaal is vital as the activities that commence during this period might repeat themselves or cycle back. Though not completely inauspicious, the Gulika Kaal is inappropriate for tasks that one does not wish to recur. The Saturday Gulika Kaal usually occurs after sunrise, around 6 to 7:30 am, depending on the local sunrise and sunset.

How are Rahu Kaal, Yamagandam, and Gulika Kaal Calculated?

The timings for Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Gulika Kaal on Saturdays depend on your local sunrise and sunset. You can find the exact timings by dividing the daytime (from sunrise to sunset) into eight equal parts manually or using tools like Panchang, Rahu Kaal calculators, or astrology apps.

Saturday Rahukalam, Yamagandam and Gulika Kaal Timings

Let us learn about the timings of Rahu Kalam, Yamagandam, and Gulika Kaal on Saturdays:

Day	Rahu Kalam	Yamagandam	Gulika
Monday	07:30-09:00	10:30-12:00	13:30-15:00
Tuesday	15:00-16:30	09:00-10:30	12:00-13:30
Wednesday	12:00-13:30	07:30-09:00	10:30-12:00
Thursday	13:30-15:00	06:00-07:30	09:00-10:30
Friday	10:30-12:00	15:00-16:30	07:30-09:00
Saturday	09:00-10:30	13:30-15:00	06:00-07:30
Sunday	16:30-18:00	12:00-13:30	15:00-16:30

*The table is based upon the 24-hour clock model, considering the time of sunrise, 6:00 am.

Kindly note the above details might vary as per the sunrise and sunset. Refer to the daily Panchang for exact details.

Saturday Rahu Kaal, Yamagandam, and Gulika Kaal: Practical Applications

Do not commence any new ventures during this period, such as the inauguration of new business, signing contracts, or planning significant events in life, as you might face hindrances and delays.
Stay grounded and practice meditation or introspection, or perform routine tasks.
Consult an expert astrologer if unavoidable tasks surface during these periods.
Worship to avail blessings from Lord Shani, Hanuman, or Shiva to negate malefic influences.

Saturday Rahukalam, Yamagandam, and Gulika Kaal: Remedies During Inauspicious Timings

Lastly, let us learn the remedies for Rahu Kaal, Yamagandam, and Gulika Kaal on Saturdays:

Remedies to follow during Saturday Rahukalam:

Chant Rahu mantras like "Om Raam Rahave Namah” or Hanuman Chalisa.
Worship Lord Shiva or Lord Hanuman to mitigate the adverse effects of Rahu.
Light a Lamp with Mustard Oil and install it near a Shani idol or photo to pacify the planetary influences.

Remedies to follow during Saturday Yamagandam:

Recite the Mahamrityunjaya Mantra to invoke the blessings of Lord Shiva for protection and longevity.
Donate items black in color, such as black sesame seeds, clothes, or iron, to soothe the influence of Saturn.
Conduct remedies related to Shani, like donating food or feeding crows to pacify the negative energies.

Remedies to follow during Saturday Gulika Kaal:

Worship Saturn and offer black flowers and sesame oil to appease the son of Saturn.
Chant hymns devoted to Lord Shanu, like the Shani Stotra, to ease from Karmic burdens.
Try to utilize this day for introspection or routine tasks rather than significant decisions.
Perform acts of charity to eliminate the repetitive impact of Gulika Kaal on life events.

Avoid puja in rahukaal on Ganesh Chaturthi. Know more about Ganesh Chaturthi festival.