Nakshatra 21 of 27
Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra
Latter invincible one. Ruled by the Sun, presided over by The Vishvedevas, the universal gods.
Quick Answer
Uttara Ashadha is the 21st of the 27 nakshatras. It spans 26°40' Sagittarius to 10°00' Capricorn in the sidereal zodiac, is ruled by the Sun, presided over by The Vishvedevas, the universal gods, and its symbol is an elephant's tusk.
Uttara Ashadha at a Glance
- Sidereal span
- 26°40' Sagittarius to 10°00' Capricorn
- Tropical span in 2026
- 20°54' Capricorn to 4°14' Aquarius
- Ruling planet
- Sun
- Deity
- The Vishvedevas, the universal gods
- Symbol
- An elephant's tusk
- Name means
- Latter invincible one
The Quality of Uttara Ashadha
Uttara Ashadha is the later invincible one, blessed by the universal gods. Its victory comes slowly and lasts, built on principle and patience. It asks for integrity that holds when no one is watching.
What would you keep doing even if no one ever noticed?
The Four Padas of Uttara Ashadha
Each pada is a quarter of 3°20' and sets the navamsa (D9) sign.
| Pada | Sidereal Span | Navamsa |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 26°40' Sagittarius to 0°00' Capricorn | Sagittarius |
| 2 | 0°00' Capricorn to 3°20' Capricorn | Capricorn |
| 3 | 3°20' Capricorn to 6°40' Capricorn | Aquarius |
| 4 | 6°40' Capricorn to 10°00' Capricorn | Pisces |
When the Moon Is in Uttara Ashadha
The Moon passes through every nakshatra once a sidereal month, about every 27.3 days. Lahiri ayanamsa.
| Enters (ET) | Leaves (ET) | Enters (IST) | Leaves (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 9:54 AM ET | Nov 15, 12:59 PM ET | Nov 14, 8:24 PM IST | Nov 15, 11:29 PM IST |
| Dec 11, 4:34 PM ET | Dec 12, 7:42 PM ET | Dec 12, 3:04 AM IST | Dec 13, 6:12 AM IST |
| Jan 7, 10:43 PM ET | Jan 9, 1:46 AM ET | Jan 8, 9:13 AM IST | Jan 9, 12:16 PM IST |
| Feb 4, 5:02 AM ET | Feb 5, 8:02 AM ET | Feb 4, 3:32 PM IST | Feb 5, 6:32 PM IST |
The Sun in Uttara Ashadha, 2027
The Sun enters Uttara Ashadha on January 11, 2027 at 4:09 AM ET (2:39 PM IST) and stays until January 24, 2027 at 6:30 AM ET (5:00 PM IST). It returns to the same nakshatra on nearly the same dates every year.
Neighboring Nakshatras
Before Uttara Ashadha: Purva Ashadha, ruled by Venus. After it: Shravana, ruled by the Moon. See all 27 nakshatras.
Questions About Uttara Ashadha
What Is the Lord of Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra?
The Sun rules Uttara Ashadha, the 21st of the 27 nakshatras. In the Vimshottari dasha system, someone born with the Moon in Uttara Ashadha begins life in the Sun period.
Where Is Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra in the Zodiac?
Uttara Ashadha spans 26°40' Sagittarius to 10°00' Capricorn in the sidereal zodiac, 13°20' of arc. With the Lahiri ayanamsa in 2026, that corresponds to 20°54' Capricorn to 4°14' Aquarius in the tropical zodiac.
What Are the Deity and Symbol of Uttara Ashadha?
The presiding deity of Uttara Ashadha is The Vishvedevas, the universal gods. Its symbol is an elephant's tusk. The name means "latter invincible one".
What Are the Four Padas of Uttara Ashadha?
Pada 1 runs 26°40' Sagittarius to 0°00' Capricorn (navamsa Sagittarius); Pada 2 runs 0°00' Capricorn to 3°20' Capricorn (navamsa Capricorn); Pada 3 runs 3°20' Capricorn to 6°40' Capricorn (navamsa Aquarius); Pada 4 runs 6°40' Capricorn to 10°00' Capricorn (navamsa Pisces).
When Is the Moon in Uttara Ashadha Next?
The Moon is next in Uttara Ashadha from November 14, 2026 at 9:54 AM ET (8:24 PM IST) until November 15, 2026 at 12:59 PM ET (11:29 PM IST). It returns about every 27.3 days.
When Is the Sun in Uttara Ashadha in 2027?
The Sun enters Uttara Ashadha on January 11, 2027 at 4:09 AM ET (2:39 PM IST) and leaves on January 24, 2027 at 6:30 AM ET (5:00 PM IST), using the Lahiri ayanamsa.
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