Masik Shivaratri in February 2026 falls on Monday, February 16, 2026 (Phalguna month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th day of the waning moon. While Maha Shivaratri (in Phalguna) is the grandest, each monthly Shivaratri is a powerful night for Shiva worship.
Fasting / Vrat
Masik Shivaratri – February 2026
मासिक शिवरात्रि – February 2026
Monday, February 16, 2026Phalguna Masa
Significance
Observing all 12 Masik Shivaratris in a year is considered equivalent to observing Maha Shivaratri. The night of Chaturdashi is when Lord Shiva's energy is most accessible. Night-long vigil and worship on this night gradually purifies the soul across lifetimes.
Rituals & Traditions
- Fasting during the day and performing night-long vigil (jagaran)
- Abhishekam of Shiva Lingam with milk, water, honey, and bhasma
- Chanting Om Namah Shivaya through the night
- Offering Bel (Bilva) leaves, dhatura, and white flowers
- Breaking fast the next morning after sunrise puja
Panchang Details
Tithi
Krishna Chaturdashi
Masa
Phalguna
Paksha
Krishna
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