how often is ramadan

Ramadan is a month-long Islamic observance that takes place once every year in the Islamic (Hijri) calendar.

How often is Ramadan?

• Ramadan is the 9th month of the Islamic lunar calendar, so it occurs every Hijri year, not just occasionally.

• The Islamic calendar is lunar (about 354 days), so Ramadan starts about 10–12 days earlier each year in the Gregorian calendar (the one used in most of the world).

• Each Ramadan lasts 29 or 30 days , depending on the sighting of the crescent moon.

So in everyday terms: Muslims fast and observe Ramadan once a year, every year , but the dates shift earlier each year on the standard calendar you see on your phone. 🌙

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