The Second Sawan Somwar will be observed on Monday, August 10, 2026, in North India. In Maharashtra, Gujarat, and South India, where the Shravan month begins later according to the Amanta calendar, the Second Sawan Somwar will be observed on Monday, August 24, 2026.
Shravan month begins on July 30, 2026 and ends on August 28, 2026
Second Sawan Somwar: Monday, August 10, 2026
Tithi: Krishna Paksha Dwadashi (transitions to Trayodashi/Pradosh around 8:00 AM IST)
Shravan month begins on August 13, 2026 and ends on September 11, 2026
Second Sawan Somwar: Monday, August 24, 2026
Tithi: Shukla Paksha Dwadashi (transitions to Trayodashi later in the day)
You might be wondering why some calendars show the second Sawan Somwar on August 10, while others say August 24. It's not a mistake on anyone's part. It's just that Hindu calendars aren't calculated the same way everywhere in India.
North India generally goes by the Purnimant system. Here, a lunar month runs until the full moon, so Shravan starts right after Ashadha Purnima, and this year that puts the second Somwar on August 10.
In southern India and in states like Maharashtra and Gujarat, the Amanta calendar takes over. The month ends on Amavasya instead of the full moon, which shifts everything later. Shravan doesn't start until August 13 under this system, so naturally, the second Somwar falls almost two weeks after the North Indian date, on August 24.
Neither date is more “correct” than the other. They are just two different ways of counting the same lunar cycle.
If the first Somwar marks the start of this month-long devotion, the second is where that devotion starts to settle into a rhythm. The initial excitement of beginning a vrat gives way to quieter, steadier discipline, with the body and mind adjusting to the fast and the prayers becoming more familiar.
For anyone who missed the first Somwar, this can also be a good day to start. Devotees can begin their vrat on this day and continue observing it for the remaining Mondays of Shravan, according to their family tradition.
On the second Sawan Somwar, devotees wake up early in the morning, take a bath, and wear clean clothes before beginning the vrat. Many people keep a strict fast, while some consume only fruits, milk, and simple sattvic food as part of the falahar vrat.
Throughout the day, devotees worship Bhagwan Shiv with Ganga jal, milk, bilva leaves, flowers, fruits, incense, and diyas. Many devotees spend time chanting “Om Namah Shivaya” or listening to Bhagwan Shiv bhajans with devotion.
In the evening, during Pradosh Kaal, devotees visit a Shiv temple, perform aarti, offer Gangajal and perform Jalabhishek on the Shivling. Some devotees also donate food and clothes and help those in need on this day. Those who wish to participate in such devotional activities can also explore the sacred Sevas arranged by Sanatan Sansaar for this holy occasion.
There is almost no difference in the puja vidhi based on which Sawan Somwar it is. The basic puja remains the same for all Sawan Somwars. Here are the steps:
Begin the day early with a bath and by wearing clean clothes
Clean and prepare the puja area
Pour clean water over the Shivling and chant “Om Namah Shivaya” or the “Mahamrityunjaya mantra”
Pour clean water over the Shivling, followed by Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar) over the Shivling
Pour fresh milk and then rinse the Shivling with Ganga jal
Light a diya and apply sandalwood paste
Offer fresh flowers and place bilva leaves in sets of three
Recite “Sawan Somwar Vrat Katha” or the “Shiv Chalisa”
Perform Bhagwan Shiv aarti and pray for peace, prosperity, and happiness in life
Yes. Many people consume fruits, milk, and sattvic food. You should observe the vrat according to your health and circumstances.
If due to any reason (personal or medical) you have missed the first Sawan Somwar, you can begin the vrat from the Second Somwar according to your family tradition.
The Second Sawan Somwar will be observed on August 10 in North India. In Maharashtra, Gujarat, and South India, it will be observed on August 24, as per the Amanta calendar.
You should avoid eating grains, pulses, onion, garlic, and non-vegetarian food. Drinking alcohol and consuming tobacco should also be avoided. And instead of regular salt, Sendha Namak should be used.