Weekly Horoscope From 24 To 30 August 2026: Rakshabandhan, Lunar Eclipse Etc

Weekly Horoscope 24 To 30 August, 2026:  The fourth and final week of August 2026 is arriving with a lot packed into it. This week is filled with many major events such as Rakshabandhan celebration, Sawan Somvar and Lunar Eclipse. Our weekly horoscope blog is entirely based on Vedic astrology, carefully prepared by our expert astrologers after studying the movement, condition and position  of the planets and Nakshatras for this specific week. 

Through this special Weekly horoscope blog by AstroSage AI, we bring you everything you need to know about the week ahead; the Hindu Panchang, fasts and festivals, eclipse and transit updates, bank holidays, auspicious Muhurats, celebrity birthdays and the zodiac-wise predictions for all twelve zodiac signs from 24 August to 30 August, 2026. Without further delay, let’s get into it.  

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Astrological Facts And Hindu Panchang Calculation For This Week

This fourth week of August 2026 begins on Monday, 24th August 2026, under Shukla Paksha on Ekadashi Tithi of Shravan month, in Poorva Ashadha Nakshatra. The Yoga at the beginning of the week is Priti; a Yoga associated with affection, good relationships, and a generally pleasant energy. This is fitting, given that Rakshabandhan arrives just a few days into it.

The week ends on Sunday, 30th August, 2026 under Krishna Paksha on Tritiya Tithi, now in the month of Bhadrapada, in Uttara Bhadrapada Nakshatra and this week will end with Soola Yoga. This shift from Shravan to Bhadrapada marks an important transition in the Hindu lunar calendar, carrying with it a change in the energetic qualities of the days ahead.  

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A Complete List Of Fasts And Festivals This Week 

This is one of the most spiritually significant weeks of the year, filled with sacred fasts and festivals. and auspicious observances. Here’s everything falling between 24 and 30 August 2026:

Sawan Somwar Vrat (24 August, 2026, Monday): The fourth and final Sawan Somvar of the season for North India arrives this week. For those who have been faithfully observing each Sawan Somvar, this is the last one and it carries a special weight. 

For West and South India, this is the third Sawan Somvar. Offer milk and Bel Patra to Mahadev, chant “Om Namah Shivay,” and let this final Monday of Sawan be observed with the same devotion as the first.

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha) 25 August 2026, Tuesday: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Shukla Pradosh Vrat is observed during the Pradosh Kaal. Devotees worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati to seek relief from obstacles, happiness in married life, and overall prosperity.

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Eid-e-Milad (25 August, 2026 Tuesday): Also known as Milad-un-Nabi, Eid-e-Milad commemorates the birth as well as the passing of Prophet Muhammad. This day is observed with special prayers, religious gatherings, recitation of the holy book, Quran, charitable acts, reflection on the Prophet’s teachings of peace, compassion and humanity. 

Onam/Thiruvonam (26 August 2026, Wednesday): The vibrant festival of Onam reaches its grand finale with Thiruvonam, especially in Kerala. Celebrated in honor of the legendary king Mahabali, the day is marked by colorful floral Rangolis which is also called Pookalam, delicious Onam Sadya, traditional dances and joyful family gatherings. 

Raksha Bandhan (28 August 2026, Friday):  The most beloved festival of this week and arguably the most emotionally significant day of the entire month arrives on Friday, 28th August. Raksha Bandhan falls on Shravana Purnima, the full moon of Shravan, making it not just culturally but astrologically significant as well. Sisters will tie the sacred Rakhi thread on their brothers’ wrists, praying for their long life and happiness, and brothers will pledge their protection in return.

For those wanting to observe the ceremony at the most auspicious time, here is the confirmed Raksha Bandhan thread ceremony Muhurat from: 05:56:46 AM to 09:50:00 AM. As per scriptures, celebrating Raksha Bandhan during Bhadra is completely prohibited, so always ensure the ceremony takes place during the auspicious Muhurat only. 

Shravan Purnima Vrat (28 August 2026, Friday): The full moon of Shravan coincides with Raksha Bandhan this year. This Purnima is considered deeply auspicious for charity, prayer, and sacred rituals. Devotees who observe the Purnima fast will find this day doubly blessed. 

List Of Eclipses And Transits This Week

Let’s take a look at the important planetary transits and eclipse taking place during the week of 24 August to 30 August, 2026:

Note: There are no major planetary transits taking place between 24 August and 30 August, 2026.

Partial Lunar Eclipse (28 August, 2026):  The second Lunar Eclipse of 2026 will occur on Friday, 28 August, 2026 during the Purnima Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Shravana. This Partial Lunar Eclipse will take place in Aquarius under the Shatabhisha Nakshatra. 

Fortunately, the eclipse will not be visible in India. Hence, no Sutak period will be observed, and there will be no religious impact. Devotees can celebrate Raksha Bandhan, observe the Sharavan Purnima Vrat, and perform all other auspicious rituals without any restrictions. 

According to Indian Standard Time (IST), the eclipse will begin at 8:04 PM and end at 11:22 PM. It will be visible across several parts of Africa, Europe, North and South America, South-West Asia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Sharjah, and the Indian-Pacific Ocean region.

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List Of Bank Holidays This Week 

This week brings two important festivals, due to which banks will remain closed in several parts of the country. If you have any bank related work planned, be sure to check the holiday schedule in advance. Check out the list of Bank Holidays 2026 falling this week below:

Date	Day	Holiday
25 August, 2026	Tuesday	Eid-e-Milad
28 August, 2026	Friday	Rakshabandhan

List Of Shubh Muhurat This Week This Week

This week brings a mix of auspicious opportunities for various Hindu Ceremonies. While no auspicious Muhurats are available for Griha Pravesh, Vivah, and Mundan Sanskar, favourable timings are available for Karnavedha, Upnayan, Vidhyarambh, Namkaran and Annaprashan. Check out the respective Muhurat dates and timings for each ceremony in the tables below:

List Of Karnavedha Muhurat This Week 

This week offers one auspicious Karnavedha Muhurat for performing the ear-piercing ceremony. Check out the date and timings below:

Date	Day	Auspicious Time
26 August, 2026	Wednesday	06:27-10:23

List Of Upanayan Muhurat This Week

Those planning the Upanayan Sanskar this week can choose from the auspicious Muhurat dates and timings listed below:

Date	Day	Auspicious Time
24 August 2026	Monday	07:34 – 08:15, 10:31 – 17:13
28 August 2026	Friday	14:54 – 18:40
29 August 2026	Saturday	07:06 – 12:31, 14:50 – 18:36
30 August 2026	Sunday	07:51 – 10:08

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List Of Vidhyaarambh Muhurat This Week 

This week provides one auspicious Vidyarambh Muhurat for initiating a child’s educational journey. Refer to the table below for the timing this week:

Date	Day	Auspicious Time
28 August, 2026	Friday	2:54 PM to 6:40 PM

List Of Namakaran Muhurat This Week 

Parents planning a Namkaran Sanskar this week can perform the ritual on the auspicious dates and timings mentioned below:

Date	Day	Auspicious Time
24 August 2026	Monday	20:29:19 to  29:54:42
28 August 2026	Friday	05:56:46 to  27:14:00
30 August 2026	Sunday	05:57:47 to 29:57:47

List Of Annaprashan Muhurat This Week  

This week offers two auspicious Annaprashan Muhurats for performing a baby’s first-feeding ceremony. Check the dates and timings below:

Date	Day	Auspicious Time
26 August 2026	Wednesday	06:27 – 10:23
28 August 2026	Friday	06:28 – 12:35

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Famous Personalities Born This Week 

Several renowned personalities from the worlds of entertainment, sports, literature, and business celebrate their birthdays this week. Take a look at some of the notable names born between 24 August and 30 August below: 

24 August 2026: Poonam Yadav, Deepti Sharma, Shantanu Bhagyaraj

25 August 2026: Mohammad Wasim Jr, Alexander Skarsgard, Daisy Shah, Vijeta Pandit

26 August 2026: Zulfi Syed, Chris Pine, James Harden, Neeru Bajwa, Rubina Dalaik

27 August 2026: Alex Carey, Nalini, Maneka, Neha Dhupia 

28 August 2026: Garima Chaurasia, Prasanna, Varun Kapoor, Karanveer Bohra

29 August 2026: Varun Chakravarthy, Lea Michele, Jannat Zubair, Nagarjuna Akkineni

30 August 2026: Yamuna, Ashish Sharma, Guru Randhawa

Weekly Horoscope From 24 August To 30 August, 2026

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Aries 

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Gemini

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Cancer

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Leo

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Virgo

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Libra

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Scorpio

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Sagittarius

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Capricorn

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Pisces

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