Ramadan 2027 begins on Monday, February 8, 2027
The holy month of Ramadan 1448 AH is expected to begin once the new crescent is sighted. The first Taraweeh prayer is on the evening before. Eid al-Fitr is expected on Tuesday, March 9, 2027.
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Dates follow the Umm al-Qura calendar. The official start in each country is confirmed after the crescent sighting and can differ by one day.
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Ramadan questions and answers
See all 200 questions →- When does Ramadan 2027 start?Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on Monday 8 February 2027, according to the Umm al-Qura calendar.
- Does eating or drinking by mistake break the fast?No, eating or drinking because you forgot you were fasting does not break the fast.
- Can I brush my teeth while fasting?Yes, you can brush your teeth while fasting, as long as you do not swallow the toothpaste or water.
- Can I fast during my period?No, a woman does not fast during her period, and a fast kept then is not valid.
- Does smoking break the fast?Yes, smoking cigarettes, shisha or any other tobacco breaks the fast, according to scholars across the schools.
- Can I kiss my husband or wife while fasting?A kiss between spouses does not break the fast in itself, as the Prophet sometimes kissed his wives while fasting.
- What dua do I say when breaking my fast?Say "Bismillah", then after drinking: "Dhahaba al-zama'u wabtallatil-'uruqu wa thabatal-ajru in sha' Allah" (Abu Dawud).
- How much is Zakat al-Fitr?Zakat al-Fitr is one sa' of staple food per person, about 2.5–3 kg of rice, wheat, dates or similar.
Ramadan 2027 in your country
All countries →- Saudi ArabiaMon Feb 8
- EgyptMon Feb 8
- IndonesiaMon Feb 8
- PakistanMon Feb 8
- BangladeshMon Feb 8
- IndiaMon Feb 8
- TurkeyMon Feb 8
- MoroccoMon Feb 8
- AlgeriaMon Feb 8
- MalaysiaMon Feb 8
- NigeriaMon Feb 8
- United Arab EmiratesMon Feb 8
- IraqMon Feb 8
- IranMon Feb 8
- TunisiaMon Feb 8
- JordanMon Feb 8
- QatarMon Feb 8
- KuwaitMon Feb 8
- United KingdomMon Feb 8
- FranceMon Feb 8
- GermanyMon Feb 8
- United StatesMon Feb 8
- CanadaMon Feb 8
- AustraliaTue Feb 9
Frequently asked questions
When does Ramadan 2027 start?
Ramadan 1448 AH is expected to begin on Monday, February 8, 2027, depending on the sighting of the new crescent on the evening before. Some countries may start one day later.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?
Eid al-Fitr 2027 is expected on Tuesday, March 9, 2027, after 29 or 30 days of fasting.
When is Laylat al-Qadr 2027?
Laylat al-Qadr is sought in the odd nights of the last ten nights of Ramadan. The 27th night is expected on the night of Friday, March 5, 2027.
When is Eid al-Adha 2027?
Eid al-Adha 2027 is expected on Sunday, May 16, 2027, the day after the Day of Arafah.
Everything you need for Ramadan 2027
Ramadan Kareem helps you prepare for Ramadan 2027 (1448 AH): the expected start and end of the month in every country, a live crescent-visibility map, daily prayer times with Suhoor and Iftar for more than 24,000 cities, and practical articles for you and your family.
Dates are calculated from the positions of the Moon and the Sun and compared with the Umm al-Qura calendar. The start of Ramadan is always confirmed by the religious authorities after the moon sighting.



