18 May 1980 is not considered favorable for annaprashan ceremony.
Today is not recommended for Annaprashan. Waiting for a more auspicious day would be ideal for this special milestone.
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19 May 198072/100 · Good
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Why this score
18 May 1980 scores 8/100 for Annaprashan — the Panchang reads as unfavourable for annaprashan ceremony. On this Sunday, the lunar day is Chaturthi (Shukla Paksha), the Nakshatra is Ardra, Yoga is Shoola, and Karana is Vishti. Together these elements shape whether tradition would green-light annaprashan ceremony right now.
Supporting signals: Waxing moon period (Shukla Paksha). Friction points: Unfavorable lunar day (Chaturthi); Challenging nakshatra (Ardra). Rahu Kaal runs 4:30 PM–6:00 PM; most families avoid signing or finalising during that window. Abhijit Muhurat (11:36 AM–12:24 PM) is the most commonly used “safe” slot if you must proceed today.
If you can wait, the next stronger window is 19 May 1980 (score 72/100, Good). A common pattern: prepare paperwork on a Neutral/Avoid day, then close on a Good or Excellent date.
Positive Factors
- Waxing moon period (Shukla Paksha)
Negative Factors
- Unfavorable lunar day (Chaturthi)
- Challenging nakshatra (Ardra)
- Challenging energy period (Shoola yoga)
- Challenging lunar phase (Vishti)
- Rahu Kaal active 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is on 18 May 1980 a good day for annaprashan ceremony?
- Score: 8/100 — Avoid. Waxing moon period (Shukla Paksha)
- What is the best time for annaprashan ceremony on 18 May 1980?
- The Abhijit Muhurat (11:36 AM – 12:24 PM) is considered the most auspicious time. Avoid Rahu Kaal (4:30 PM – 6:00 PM).
- What are the negative factors for annaprashan ceremony on 18 May 1980?
- Unfavorable lunar day (Chaturthi). Challenging nakshatra (Ardra). Challenging energy period (Shoola yoga). Challenging lunar phase (Vishti). Rahu Kaal active 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
- When is the next good day for annaprashan ceremony?
- 19 May 1980 scores 72/100 (Good).