Chandrashtama · Vrischika rashi
Chandrashtama for Scorpio (Vrischika)
Active now, until Sun 4 Oct 2026, 6:32 PM IST. Take it gently today.
Chandrashtama happens when the Moon transits the 8th rashi from your Moon sign. For Scorpio (Vrischika) that is whenever the Moon is in Gemini. It lasts about 50 hours and returns roughly every 27 days. Scorpio is ruled by Mars.
Upcoming Scorpio Chandrashtama dates (IST)
| Starts | Ends | Moon in |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 2 Oct 2026, 3:41 PM | Sun 4 Oct 2026, 6:32 PM | Gemini |
| Thu 29 Oct 2026, 10:07 PM | Sun 1 Nov 2026, 12:01 AM | Gemini |
| Thu 26 Nov 2026, 7:11 AM | Sat 28 Nov 2026, 7:23 AM | Gemini |
| Wed 23 Dec 2026, 6:26 PM | Fri 25 Dec 2026, 5:33 PM | Gemini |
| Wed 20 Jan 2027, 5:39 AM | Fri 22 Jan 2027, 5:10 AM | Gemini |
| Tue 16 Feb 2027, 2:35 PM | Thu 18 Feb 2027, 3:43 PM | Gemini |
| Mon 15 Mar 2027, 8:52 PM | Wed 17 Mar 2027, 11:33 PM | Gemini |
| Mon 12 Apr 2027, 2:15 AM | Wed 14 Apr 2027, 5:13 AM | Gemini |
| Sun 9 May 2027, 8:57 AM | Tue 11 May 2027, 10:51 AM | Gemini |
| Sat 5 Jun 2027, 5:51 PM | Mon 7 Jun 2027, 6:21 PM | Gemini |
| Sat 3 Jul 2027, 4:14 AM | Mon 5 Jul 2027, 4:02 AM | Gemini |
| Fri 30 Jul 2027, 2:30 PM | Sun 1 Aug 2027, 2:48 PM | Gemini |
| Thu 26 Aug 2027, 11:07 PM | Sun 29 Aug 2027, 12:54 AM | Gemini |
| Thu 23 Sep 2027, 5:33 AM | Sat 25 Sep 2027, 8:53 AM | Gemini |
Sidereal (Lahiri) Moon positions from NASA JPL DE421. Times in IST (UTC+5:30).
What Scorpio may notice
- Suspicion and jealousy
- Old resentments resurfacing
- Disturbed sleep
Traditionally avoided
- Signing contracts or big agreements
- Starting a new business or venture
- Long journeys and risky driving
- Lending or borrowing money
- Heated arguments with family
- Big purchases and investments
- Making major life announcements
- Non-urgent surgery or procedures
- Starting a new job or big project
Good uses of the day
- Meditation and quiet reflection
- Research without confrontation
- Early nights
When it ends: Resolve the old issue you kept brooding over.
Simple, free remedies for Scorpio
- Chant: Om Som Somaya Namah, 11 times at sunrise and again at sunset.
- Offer: water or milk to Lord Shiva, or simply say Om Namah Shivaya.
- Donate: red lentils or jaggery. It pleases Mars, the lord of Scorpio.
- Stay calm: Write the worry down, then close the notebook.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the next Chandrashtama for Scorpio?
It is active right now and ends Sun 4 Oct 2026, 6:32 PM IST. The next one starts Thu 29 Oct 2026, 10:07 PM IST.
What is Chandrashtama for Scorpio?
It is the period when the Moon transits the 8th rashi from Scorpio (Vrischika). The 8th house is linked in Vedic astrology with sudden changes, stress and endings, so the tradition advises extra care with mood, health and big decisions.
How long does Chandrashtama last for Scorpio?
About 50 hours (roughly 2 to 2.5 days), the time the Moon takes to cross one sign. It comes around about once every 27 days.
What should Scorpio avoid during Chandrashtama?
Traditionally: signing contracts or big agreements; starting a new business or venture; long journeys and risky driving; lending or borrowing money; heated arguments with family. Watch especially for: suspicion and jealousy; old resentments resurfacing; disturbed sleep.
What are the remedies for Scorpio Chandrashtama?
Chant Om Som Somaya Namah eleven times, offer water or milk to Lord Shiva, and donate red lentils or jaggery (it pleases Mars, the lord of Scorpio). Then: Write the worry down, then close the notebook.
Does this use my Sun sign or Moon sign?
Your Moon sign (Janma rashi). If you are not sure of it, use the free Moon sign calculator. If your Moon sign is Scorpio, these dates are yours.
Traditional Vedic guidance for reflection. It is not a guarantee, a prediction or professional advice.
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