Daily Almanac Desk

Almanac Auspices

Pull the solar date, lunar date, auspicious actions, conflicts, and daily spirits into one almanac workspace so you can read the day’s rhythm before acting.
Solar and lunar dateDo and avoid listDaily spirits and directions
2026 8 20
四
吉
丙午 Mo.7
Day 8
Furnace Fire
Suitable
Demolish, Break Wall, Medical Treatment, Do Nothing Else
Avoid
Pray, Propose Marriage, Sign Alliance, Marriage, Move In, Burial
Clash/ShaClash(庚申)Monkey ShaNorth
Lucky Spirit Direction乾 (Fu) Kun (Cai)
Lucky Spirits to Follow
Moon VoidHeavenly GraceTravel Horse天后圣心Release SpiritFive Harmony鸣吠对

What is the Chinese Almanac?

The Chinese Almanac (Huangli) dates back to the Yellow Emperor era, hence its name "Huangli" (Yellow Calendar). Systematic compilation began during the Han Dynasty, with official government versions issued by the Imperial Astronomical Bureau during the Tang and Song Dynasties—thus also called "Imperial Calendar." It became a household necessity after spreading to common people in the late Qing Dynasty. The Almanac integrates astronomical calculations, Yin-Yang and Five Elements theory, and the Heavenly Stems-Earthly Branches calendrical system, combined with the 24 Solar Terms and daily auspicious/inauspicious activities. Its core philosophy is "harmony between heaven and humanity"—believing that celestial patterns influence human affairs. By consulting daily activities, clash directions, and lucky spirit positions, it helps people choose auspicious dates and avoid misfortune.