Gann Seasonal Dates

Introduction

Gann found that the stock market often makes important tops and bottoms around the seasonal changes of the year, based on the movement of the Sun. He divided the year like a circle of 360 degrees and marked key dates. These are known today as Gann seasonal dates or Gann cardinal dates.

The Main Seasonal Dates

Gann started from the winter solstice (22 December) and marked:

• 5 to 6 January: about 15 days after 22 December. Stocks often make an extreme high or low and a change in trend.
• 5 February: 45 days from 22 December. Minor, and sometimes major, changes.
• 21 March: 90 days from 22 December, the spring equinox. The spring rally often starts or ends here.
• 6 May: about 45 days after 21 March (135 days from 22 December).
• 22 June: the summer solstice, opposite 22 December.
• 7 July: 15 days after 22 June and about 180 days from 7 January.
• 8 August: about 45 degrees after 22 June. Gann called this a very important date for trend changes.
• 23 September: the autumn equinox, opposite 21 March.
• 8 November: about 45 degrees after 23 September.
• 22 December: the winter solstice, 180 days from 22 June.

Other Seasonal Points

Gann also watched 30-degree points: around 21 January, 19 February, 20 April, 22 May, 23 July, 23 August, 23 October and 22 November.

January High and Low Rule

Gann said to watch the highs and lows made between 2 and 7 January and between 15 and 21 January. Until the early-January high is crossed or low is broken, consider the trend in that direction. Often, an early-January low is not broken until July or August, and sometimes not the entire year.

Example: January Rule with Nifty (Illustrative)

Nifty trades between 23,400 and 24,100 from 2 to 7 January. If Nifty later closes above 24,100, the trend is likely up. If it closes below 23,400, the trend is likely down. Many Indian traders mark these early-January levels on their charts for the whole year.

Seasonal Dates for Individual Stocks

Gann also measured seasonal changes from the date a company was incorporated or first listed. For an Indian stock, you can use its NSE listing date and mark 45, 90, 120, 180, 270 and 360 degrees (days) from it each year.

Example (hypothetical): If a company listed on NSE on 10 March, watch around 24 April (45 days), 8 June (90 days), 6 September (180 days) and 10 March of each year.

Indian Market Seasonality

Indian traders can also watch local seasonal events: the Union Budget (usually 1 February), the start of the financial year (1 April), quarterly results seasons, and the festive season (Diwali and Muhurat trading).

Track Dates on GoPocket

Add Gann seasonal dates to your calendar. When one approaches, review the charts of Nifty and your GoPocket watchlist for tops, bottoms and reversal candles. Plan your trades in advance and use AMO orders so you are ready when the market opens.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do seasonal dates always produce reversals?

No. They are dates to watch closely. Act only with price confirmation.

Should I use exact dates?

Use a window of 2 to 3 days on either side of each date.

Key Takeaways

• Gann seasonal dates are based on the solstices and equinoxes.
• Early-January highs and lows can set the trend for the year.
• Individual stocks have their own seasonal dates from listing.

Disclaimer: Seasonal dates are study tools, not guarantees.