Moon & Poya rituals
The next Poya (full moon) and new moon days, what your natal Moon says, and simple full-moon and new-moon meditations.
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Precision / Lagna system — Lahiri Ayanamsa, Sidereal
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Upcoming Poya (full moon) days in Sri Lanka
- Vap PoyaSunday, 25 October 2026 Full moon 26 Oct, 09:44 (Sri Lanka time)
- Il PoyaTuesday, 24 November 2026 Full moon 24 Nov, 20:29 (Sri Lanka time)
- Unduvap PoyaWednesday, 23 December 2026 Full moon 24 Dec, 07:05 (Sri Lanka time)
- Duruthu PoyaFriday, 22 January 2027 Full moon 22 Jan, 17:50 (Sri Lanka time)
- Navam PoyaSaturday, 20 February 2027 Full moon 21 Feb, 04:50 (Sri Lanka time)
- Medin PoyaMonday, 22 March 2027 Full moon 22 Mar, 16:09 (Sri Lanka time)
● Next new moon: Monday, 9 November 2026, 12:34 (Sri Lanka time)
Calculated from the Moon’s position (Lahiri). Poya falls on the day the full-moon lunar day (Purnima tithi) begins, or the next day when it begins in the evening — this matches every official Poya of 2025 and 2026. The government’s Poya list always decides; on Poya days alcohol and meat shops are closed.
Enter your birth details above to read your natal Moon and see what each Poya brings for you.
○ Full moon (Poya) practice
- Observe the day Many Sri Lankans keep the eight precepts (ata sil) on Poya, dress in white and spend the day at a temple. Even one quiet, alcohol-free, kind day is a good start.
- Loving-kindness under the moon Sit outside where you can see the moon. Breathe slowly and repeat silently: “May I be well. May the people I love be well. May all beings be well.” (10 minutes)
- Moonlight walking Walk slowly and silently in moonlight — a garden, a beach or a temple courtyard — noting each step. (10 minutes)
- Give something Poya is a day of dana (giving): food, time or help for someone who needs it. Write down one thing you will give this month.
● New moon practice
- Breath meditation In the dark-moon quiet, sit and follow the breath at the nostrils (anapanasati). Count ten breaths, then start again. (10 minutes)
- Let go on paper Write three things you are ready to let go of and one intention for the coming fortnight. Keep the intention where you will see it.
- Rest early Traditionally a low-energy night — eat lightly, dim the lights and sleep early.
Visiting a temple on Poya: wear white or light clothes that cover shoulders and knees, remove shoes and hats, never pose with your back to a Buddha statue, and keep your voice low.
Experience in Sri LankaFull Moon Poya night in AnuradhapuraAn evening at the ancient stupas of the sacred city on a Poya night — oil lamps, white-clad pilgrims and a quiet guided meditation. On request, with a local guide.See the experience & enquire →Found this useful? Tell your friends and family
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These results are approximate astrological information produced by computer calculation; for important decisions we recommend consulting a qualified astrologer.