Makar Sankranti will be celebrated on both 14th January and 15th January. The date of January 14 is mentioned in the almanac and on this day the Sun is also entering Capricorn. But according to Udayatithi, many people will celebrate Makar Sankranti on 15th January.

Makar Sankranti is considered very auspicious for bathing and donating. Know when and what time the bath will be taken and what will be the auspicious time for donation. It is best to donate on Makar Sankranti during the auspicious time only. Things like khichdi, warm clothes, sesame seeds, jaggery are especially donated on this day.