Looking for the Ramadan 2026 timetable? Find confirmed start and end dates, daily prayer times, the importance of Sawm, and expected Eid al-Fitr 2026 dates based on the Muslim World League calendar.
Ramadan 2026 Timetable: Dates & Prayer Times Overview
Prepare for the blessed month with our detailed Ramadan Timetable 2026, designed to help you organize fasting, prayers, and worship with ease. All dates and timings are referenced from the Muslim World League calendar, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
Expected Ramadan 2026 Key Dates
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Start of Ramadan 2026:
Evening of Tuesday, 17 February 2026 (subject to moon sighting) -
End of Ramadan 2026:
Evening of Wednesday, 18 March 2026 (dependent on moon sighting)
Important Note:
Prayer times listed represent the start of each Salah. Jamaat prayer times may differ depending on your local mosque.
The Meaning of Sawm: The Fourth Pillar of Islam
Sawm (fasting) is the fourth pillar of Islam and is observed throughout Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. During this sacred period, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset, focusing on spiritual purification, self-discipline, and devotion to Allah.
Ramadan also includes Laylatul Qadr (The Night of Power)—a night described in the Quran as “better than a thousand months” (Quran 97:1–5). Worship performed on this night carries immense reward and spiritual significance.
When Does Ramadan 2026 Begin?
The Islamic calendar is based on lunar cycles, which causes Ramadan to begin approximately 10 days earlier each Gregorian year. Ramadan starts after the completion of the month of Shaban.
For 2026, Ramadan is expected to begin on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, subject to the confirmed sighting of the crescent moon.
When Does Ramadan 2026 End?
The conclusion of Ramadan is marked by Eid al-Fitr, which signals the beginning of Shawwal. The final date is officially confirmed through moon sighting.
Ramadan 2026 is anticipated to end on the evening of Wednesday, 18 March 2026, followed by Eid celebrations.
Ramadan 2026 FAQs
What Is Ramadan?
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. During this month, healthy adult Muslims observe fasting (Sawm) from dawn to dusk, abstaining from food, drink, and harmful behaviors. It is a time devoted to prayer, Quran recitation, charity, and spiritual growth.
When Is Ramadan 2026?
According to Muslim World League calculations, Ramadan 2026 is expected to begin on 17 February 2026 and conclude on 18 March 2026. Final dates depend on local moon sighting.
When Is Eid al-Fitr 2026?
Eid al-Fitr 2026 is expected to be observed on 18 March 2026, marking the end of Ramadan. The exact date will be confirmed after the Shawwal moon is sighted.