This year, Nautapa, a nine-day period known for intense heat, will start on Saturday, May 25, at 3:17 pm and last until June 2. It begins when the Sun enters the Rohini Nakshatra, bringing sweltering temperatures.
On the second day of Krishna Paksha, the Sun moves to Rohini Nakshatra and stays there until June 8. These first nine days are called Nautapa. During this period, the Sun’s rays hit the Earth directly, but Venus and Jupiter lessen their impact. Nautapa means the Sun is closest to Earth, making it really hot.
Astrology suggests that if the Sun peaks in heat during Nautapa, it bodes well for rainfall. Nautapa lasts until June 8, with the Sun positioned between 23 to 40 degrees. This effect is linked to the Moon, ruler of Rohini Nakshatra, associated with coolness. When the Sun enters Rohini, governed by the Moon, it’s thought to increase the chance of beneficial rains. Consequently, temperatures rise, leading to storms and severe weather.
The onset of Nautapa, marked by the heat of the Sun and the water element of Rohini, is believed to signal the birth of the monsoon. According to local reports, Nagpur may not face severe heat waves during this time, with temperatures expected to hover around 42-43 degrees Celsius, typical for May. Meanwhile, Akola has already experienced a heat wave, reaching 45.5 degrees Celsius, reminiscent of past Nautapa extremes, although May temperatures have been relatively cooler in recent years.