When is Shravan (Sawan) 2025: Date, history, significance, and rituals—all you need to know

During the Sawan month, many followers fast for sixteen Mondays, known as Solah Somwar, to honour Lord Shiva as well as to pray for prosperity, success, and marriage.

Whereas, on Tuesdays, or Mangalwar, in the month of Shravan, are devoted to Goddess Parvati, Lord Shiva’s wife, and are known as Mangal Gauri Vrat. Sawan Shivaratri and Hariyali Amavasya are other auspicious days in the Shravan month.

With the auspicious month of Sawan beginning soon, here’s all you need to know — starting and ending dates, Sawan Somwar Vrat dates, the history and significance behind it, rituals, and more.

1. 01

   When is Shravan (Sawan) starting in 2025?

   The Shravan month begins fifteen days before the Amanta calendar on the Purnimanta calendar, which is often used in North Indian states. This year, in 2025, it will take place from Friday, July 11, to Friday, July 25, in South and Western India.

2. 02

   When is Shravan (Sawan) ending in 2025?

   This year, in 2025, Sawan will be ending on Friday, July 11, in North India, and on Friday, July 25, in South and Western India.

3. 03

   Why Shravan (Sawan) is celebrated​?

   Sawan traces back to the legend of Lord Shiva, when he consumed poison through Samudra Manthan to get amrit (nectar) and thereby save the world. However, Goddess Parvati supported his neck and protected him from the poison, causing Lord Shiva to suffer much more anguish and damage. This month is often regarded as Lord Shiva's favourite since it is fully dedicated to him.

4. 04

   When is Sawan Shivratri in 2025?

   Sawan Shivaratri will be observed on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, with the Nishita Kaal Puja Time starting from 12:01 AM and ending on July 24 at 12:45 AM, according to Drik Panchang.

5. 05

   What are the Sawan 2025 Somwar Vrat (fasting) dates?

   Somwar Vrat	Date	Day
   1st Sawan Somwar Vrat	July 14, 2025	Monday
   2nd Sawan Somwar Vrat	July 21, 2025	Monday
   3rd Sawan Somwar Vrat	July 28, 2025	Monday
   4th Sawan Somwar Vrat	August 4, 2025	Monday

   Source: Drik Panchan