Planetary Hours in Al Khobar
Today's planetary hours for Al Khobar, calculated from local sunrise and sunset using the Chaldean order.
What Are Planetary Hours?
Planetary hours are an ancient astrological system that divides each day and night into segments, each ruled by one of the seven classical planets: Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, the Sun, Venus, Mercury, and the Moon. Unlike equal clock hours, planetary hours are calculated from sunrise to sunset (day hours) and sunset to the next sunrise (night hours), making each planetary hour vary in length depending on the season and your geographic location.
How Are Planetary Hours Calculated?
The planetary hours calculator takes the time between sunrise and sunset, divides it into 12 equal parts for the day hours, and divides the time between sunset and the following sunrise into 12 equal parts for the night hours. The ruling planet of the first hour of each day is the planet that gives the day its name — for example, Sunday is ruled by the Sun, Monday by the Moon, Saturday by Saturn. The remaining hours follow the Chaldean order: Saturn, Jupiter, Mars, Sun, Venus, Mercury, Moon.
How to Use Planetary Hours Today
Many astrologers and practitioners use planetary hours to choose the best time for specific activities. For instance, the hour of Venus is considered favorable for love, beauty, and social activities, while the hour of Mars may be better suited for physical tasks and assertive actions. By checking the planetary hours for today at your location, you can align your daily schedule with astrological timing and make more intentional decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between planetary hours and regular clock hours?
Regular clock hours are always 60 minutes. Planetary hours divide the daylight period into 12 equal segments and the nighttime into 12 equal segments, so their length changes with the seasons. In summer, daytime planetary hours are longer than nighttime hours, and vice versa in winter.
Why do planetary hours change based on location?
Planetary hours depend on the exact sunrise and sunset times at your location. Since sunrise and sunset vary by latitude and longitude, the planetary hours are unique to each place on Earth for any given date.
Which planet rules each day of the week?
Sunday is ruled by the Sun, Monday by the Moon, Tuesday by Mars, Wednesday by Mercury, Thursday by Jupiter, Friday by Venus, and Saturday by Saturn. The first planetary hour of each day is always governed by the day's ruling planet.
Can I use planetary hours for decision-making?
Yes. For centuries, astrologers have recommended aligning important actions with favorable planetary hours. Each planet governs different areas of life — Jupiter for growth and opportunity, Venus for relationships and creativity, Mercury for communication and travel, and so on.