Ramadan 2026 Quick Facts: Dates, Duration, Hijri Year & Key Info
Overview
Essential Ramadan 2026 facts at a glance — start and end dates, total days, Hijri year 1447, season, daylight hours, and Eid al-Fitr date.
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Quick Facts About Ramadan 2026
Everything you need to know about Ramadan 2026 at a glance — dates, duration, Hijri year, and key details.
Ramadan 2026 Overview
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| First Day | February 18 or 19, 2026 (varies by country) |
| Last Day | March 19 or 20, 2026 |
| Total Days | 29 or 30 days |
| Hijri Year | 1447 AH |
| Season | Late Winter / Early Spring |
| Daylight Hours | Moderate (11-13 hours depending on location) |
| Eid al-Fitr | March 20 or 21, 2026 |
| Laylat al-Qadr | Most likely March 16-17 or 17-18 (27th Ramadan) |
Why Two Start Dates?
Countries use different methods to determine the start of Ramadan:
- Feb 18 start — Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Sudan, Algeria, Afghanistan, Albania, Philippines, Uzbekistan, Nigeria. These countries follow Saudi Arabia’s moon sighting announcement.
- Feb 19 start — Turkey, Indonesia, Morocco, Oman, Bosnia, Croatia, Kosovo, France, Germany, Ireland. These countries use local moon sighting or astronomical calculation methods.
The 1-day difference is normal and has been a consistent pattern for centuries.
Key Dates to Remember
| Event | Feb 18 Start | Feb 19 Start |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of Ramadan | Feb 18 | Feb 19 |
| Middle of Ramadan (15th) | Mar 4 | Mar 5 |
| Last 10 Days Begin (20th) | Mar 9 | Mar 10 |
| Laylat al-Qadr (27th, most likely) | Mar 16-17 | Mar 17-18 |
| Last Day of Ramadan | Mar 19 | Mar 20 |
| Eid al-Fitr | Mar 20 | Mar 21 |
Fasting Hours by Region
Daylight hours during Ramadan 2026 vary significantly by latitude:
| Region | Approx. Fasting Hours |
|---|---|
| Northern Europe (London, Berlin) | 11-12 hours |
| Middle East (Dubai, Riyadh) | 12-13 hours |
| South Asia (Karachi, Delhi) | 12-13 hours |
| Southeast Asia (Jakarta, KL) | 12-13 hours |
| North America (New York, Toronto) | 11-12 hours |
| North Africa (Cairo, Casablanca) | 12-13 hours |
Late winter timing means relatively comfortable fasting hours across most regions, especially compared to summer Ramadans.
Back to the Ramadan 2026 Calendar for the full 30-day schedule, or explore the Weekly Spiritual Guide for a week-by-week breakdown.
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