Ramadan in 2026 is expected to start on the evening of Tuesday, 17 February 2026, with the first full day of fasting on Wednesday, 18 February 2026, depending on local moon sighting.

Why dates differ slightly

Because the Islamic calendar is lunar and months begin with the sighting of the new crescent, different reputable organisations give slightly different projected start dates, and local scholars may confirm it one day earlier or later.

  • Some timetables list the start as the evening of 17 February 2026.
  • Others describe it as beginning on Wednesday, 18 February 2026 (effectively the same, counting from the night that starts the day).

In practice, Muslims follow announcements from their local mosques or national councils, so if you need the exact date for your area, check a local Islamic authority’s Ramadan timetable as the month approaches.

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