Islamic Calendar
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Ramadan 1447 AH
رَمَضَان 1447
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First Day of Ramadan
أول رمضان
1 Ramadan≈ February 18, 2026
The beginning of the month of fasting — one of the five pillars of Islam. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, increase worship, read the Quran, and give generously in charity.
Laylat al-Qadr
ليلة القدر
27 Ramadan≈ March 16, 2026
The Night of Decree — better than a thousand months. The exact night is unknown, but it falls in the last ten nights of Ramadan, most likely on odd nights. The 27th is the most commonly observed.
Islamic Events & Observances
Major dates in the Islamic calendar with their Hijri months and descriptions
Islamic New Year
رأس السنة الهجرية
1 Muharram
The first day of Muharram marks the beginning of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar year, commemorating the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ migration (Hijrah) from Makkah to Madinah.
- Reflect on the significance of the Hijrah
- Fast during the month of Muharram — the Prophet ﷺ said it is the best month for fasting after Ramadan (Sahih Muslim 1163)
- Renew intentions for the new year
Day of Ashura
يوم عاشوراء
10 Muharram
The 10th of Muharram — the day Allah saved Musa (Moses) and the Children of Israel from Pharaoh. The Prophet ﷺ fasted this day and encouraged others to fast.
- Fast on the 10th of Muharram
- Fast the 9th and 10th together (to differ from the People of the Book, as the Prophet ﷺ intended — Sahih Muslim 1134)
- Remember the story of Musa and Pharaoh
Mawlid an-Nabi
المولد النبوي
12 Rabi al-Awwal
The birth of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, observed on 12 Rabi al-Awwal. Scholars differ on whether to celebrate — some consider it a praiseworthy occasion to increase salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ.
- Increase salawat (blessings) upon the Prophet ﷺ
- Learn about the Seerah (biography of the Prophet ﷺ)
- Share stories of the Prophet's ﷺ character and mercy
Isra and Mi'raj
الإسراء والمعراج
27 Rajab
The Night Journey and Ascension — the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ traveled from Makkah to Jerusalem (Isra) and ascended through the heavens (Mi'raj), where the five daily prayers were prescribed.
- Reflect on the gift of Salah, which was prescribed during this journey
- Learn about the details of the Night Journey from the Seerah
- Increase night prayers and dhikr
Mid-Sha'ban (Shab-e-Barat)
ليلة النصف من شعبان
15 Shaban
The 15th night of Sha'ban — a night in which some scholars recommend extra worship. The Prophet ﷺ encouraged fasting in Sha'ban more than any other month besides Ramadan.
- Fast during the month of Sha'ban, following the Prophet's ﷺ practice
- Increase istighfar (seeking forgiveness)
- Perform extra night prayers
First Day of Ramadan
أول رمضان
1 Ramadan
The beginning of the month of fasting — one of the five pillars of Islam. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, increase worship, read the Quran, and give generously in charity.
- Begin fasting from Fajr to Maghrib
- Set a goal to complete the Quran during Ramadan
- Increase charity and good deeds
- Perform Taraweeh prayers at night
Laylat al-Qadr
ليلة القدر
27 Ramadan
The Night of Decree — better than a thousand months. The exact night is unknown, but it falls in the last ten nights of Ramadan, most likely on odd nights. The 27th is the most commonly observed.
- Seek Laylat al-Qadr in the last ten nights of Ramadan, especially odd nights
- Make dua: "Allahumma innaka 'afuwwun tuhibbul 'afwa fa'fu 'anni" — O Allah, You are pardoning and You love to pardon, so pardon me
- Spend the night in prayer, Quran recitation, and dhikr
- Perform I'tikaf (spiritual retreat) in the masjid
Eid al-Fitr
عيد الفطر
1 Shawwal
The Festival of Breaking the Fast — celebrated on 1 Shawwal after completing the month of Ramadan. A day of gratitude to Allah, communal prayer, and celebration with family and community.
- Pay Zakat al-Fitr before the Eid prayer
- Perform the Eid prayer in congregation
- Say takbeer from Maghrib the night before until the Eid prayer
- Eat something (dates are Sunnah) before going to the Eid prayer
- Wear your best clothes and exchange greetings
Day of Arafah
يوم عرفة
9 Dhul Hijjah
The 9th of Dhul Hijjah — the greatest day of the year. Pilgrims stand at Arafah during Hajj. For non-pilgrims, fasting on this day expiates the sins of the previous year and the coming year.
- Fast the Day of Arafah (for non-pilgrims) — it expiates sins of two years (Sahih Muslim 1162)
- Increase dua, as the Prophet ﷺ said: "The best dua is the dua of the Day of Arafah" (Tirmidhi 3585)
- Say the takbeer, tahleel, and tahmeed frequently
Eid al-Adha
عيد الأضحى
10 Dhul Hijjah
The Festival of Sacrifice — commemorating Ibrahim's (Abraham's) willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah. Celebrated on 10 Dhul Hijjah with the Eid prayer and Qurbani (sacrifice).
- Perform the Eid prayer in congregation
- Offer Qurbani (animal sacrifice) and distribute the meat in thirds: family, friends, and the poor
- Say takbeer from Fajr of 9 Dhul Hijjah until Asr of 13 Dhul Hijjah
- Avoid cutting hair and nails from 1 Dhul Hijjah until after the sacrifice (for those offering Qurbani)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hijri calendar?
The Hijri (Islamic) calendar is a lunar calendar with 12 months of 29 or 30 days, totaling 354 or 355 days per year. It began with the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ migration (Hijrah) from Makkah to Madinah in 622 CE. Because it is lunar, Islamic dates shift approximately 10-11 days earlier each Gregorian year. The Quran references the lunar months: "They ask you about the new moons. Say, they are measurements of time for the people and for Hajj" (Quran 2:189).
How accurate is this Hijri date converter?
This converter uses the Umm al-Qura calendar — the official civil calendar of Saudi Arabia, computed astronomically. It matches the calendar displayed in Masjid al-Haram and government offices across the Kingdom. Actual religious observances (Ramadan start, Eid) may differ by 1-2 days based on local moon sighting in your region.
What are the 12 Islamic months?
The 12 Hijri months are: Muharram, Safar, Rabi al-Awwal, Rabi al-Thani, Jumada al-Ula, Jumada al-Thani, Rajab, Shaban, Ramadan, Shawwal, Dhul Qidah, and Dhul Hijjah. Four of these are sacred months (Muharram, Rajab, Dhul Qidah, Dhul Hijjah) in which fighting was traditionally forbidden — "Indeed, the number of months with Allah is twelve months... of these, four are sacred" (Quran 9:36).
When is Ramadan 2026?
According to the Umm al-Qura calendar, Ramadan 1447 begins around mid-February 2026. The exact start depends on moon sighting in your region. Ramadan is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar — the month in which the Quran was revealed (Quran 2:185). Muslims fast from dawn to sunset throughout this month.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2026?
Eid al-Fitr 1447 falls around mid-March 2026 (1 Shawwal). It marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with the Eid prayer, Zakat al-Fitr, and gathering with family. The Prophet ﷺ said: "For the people of fasting there are two joys: the joy of breaking the fast, and the joy of meeting their Lord" (Sahih Bukhari 1904).
When is Eid al-Adha 2026?
Eid al-Adha 1447 falls in late May or early June 2026 (10 Dhul Hijjah). It commemorates Ibrahim's (Abraham's) willingness to sacrifice his son and coincides with the Hajj pilgrimage. Muslims who can afford it offer Qurbani (animal sacrifice) and distribute the meat to family, friends, and the poor.
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