Ramadan in Australia in 2026 is expected to begin in mid‑February , with slight variation depending on which mosque or authority you follow.

Quick Scoop: When is Ramadan in Australia?

Most Islamic organisations and calendars in Australia expect Ramadan 1447 AH (2026) to start around:

  • Evening of 17 or 18 February 2026 for the first Tarawih night.
  • First day of fasting on 18 or 19 February 2026 , depending on moon‑sighting method and which authority you follow.
  • The month is expected to end around 18–20 March 2026 , again depending on whether the month is 29 or 30 days and on local moon sighting.

Different groups may start on different days:

  • Some community calendars: start after sunset 17 February 2026 (first fast 18 February).
  • Australian National Imams Council / Australian Fatwa Council (ANIC/AFC): have an official statement that Ramadan 1447H in Australia starts with the first fasting day on Thursday 19 February 2026 , with the first Tarawih night on Wednesday 18 February 2026.
  • Other groups that rely strictly on local naked‑eye moon sighting may differ by a day.

Why dates differ slightly

Ramadan follows the lunar (Hijri) calendar, so:

  • It begins with the sighting of the new crescent moon , not a fixed Gregorian date.
  • Some scholars use astronomical calculations , others insist on actual sighting , and some combine both methods, which can shift the start by a day.
  • That’s why one city or mosque might announce Wednesday, while another starts on Thursday.

A good practical step is:

  • Check with your local mosque or Islamic centre a few days before mid‑February 2026.
  • Look for announcements from ANIC or your state’s council of imams, which publish official communiqués.

TL;DR:
For “when is Ramadan Australia” in 2026: plan for Ramadan to start around 18–19 February 2026 and end about 18–20 March 2026 , but always confirm with your local mosque once the moon‑sighting decision is announced.

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