Yama Muhurta यम
The Yama muhurta is the 6th of the fifteen night muhurtas (sunset to sunrise), and the 21st of the thirty in all. Presided over by Yama, it is a restrictive window, traditionally considered inauspicious.
- Presiding deity
- Yama
- Nature
- Restrictive
- Energy
- Stern, decisive
- Traditional quality
- Inauspicious
Best for
- Discipline
- closure
- serious responsibilities
Frequently asked questions
What is the Yama muhurta?
The Yama muhurta is the 6th of the fifteen night muhurtas (sunset to sunrise), and the 21st of the thirty in all. Presided over by Yama, it is a restrictive window, traditionally considered inauspicious. A muhurta is one of the 30 divisions of the Hindu day (about 48 minutes each), 15 in daylight and 15 at night.
Is the Yama muhurta auspicious?
The Yama muhurta is traditionally considered inauspicious. It is generally avoided for new or important undertakings.
What is the Yama muhurta good for?
Yama best suits discipline, closure, serious responsibilities. Its energy is stern, decisive.
Last updated 1 August 2026