Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on Monday, 8 February 2027 (1 Ramadan 1448 AH) and to end with Eid al-Fitr on Tuesday, 9 March 2027. The first fast would be on 8 February, and the last fast on 8 March if the month has 29 days (9 March if it has 30). The exact day depends on the sighting of the crescent moon, so your country may announce a start one day earlier or later.
These dates come from the Umm al-Qura calendar, the calculated calendar published in Saudi Arabia, and they match the astronomical new moon of 6 February 2027. Treat them as a planning date, then confirm with your local religious authority on the evening of 7 February, the 29th of Sha'ban, when the crescent is looked for.
Ramadan 2027 key dates at a glance
- Ramadan 1448 begins: Monday, 8 February 2027 (the night of Sunday 7 February is the first night, when Taraweeh begins)
- First fast (Sawm): Monday, 8 February 2027
- Last ten nights begin: at sunset on Saturday, 27 February 2027 (the 21st night)
- Laylat al-Qadr (27th night, a commonly held view): begins at sunset on Friday, 5 March 2027
- Ramadan ends: Monday, 8 March 2027 if the month has 29 days, or Tuesday, 9 March if it has 30
- Eid al-Fitr 1448: Tuesday, 9 March 2027 (expected, 1 Shawwal), or Wednesday, 10 March if Ramadan completes 30 days
Islamic days begin at sunset, so every date above is a daytime date and every "night" starts the evening before.
Why can the start of Ramadan differ by a day?
The Islamic month starts with the new crescent, and Muslim communities use three methods to decide when that happens:
- Local sighting. The month begins when the crescent is seen in your own country or region. This follows the instruction of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him): "Fast when you see it and break your fast when you see it" (Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim).
- Global sighting. If the crescent is credibly seen anywhere, the whole world starts together.
- Astronomical calculation. The start is set in advance from the position of the moon, using a fixed rule such as the Umm al-Qura criteria or the calculation used by many North American and European councils.
Because the moon is first visible at different times in different places, the same Ramadan can start on 8 February in one country and 9 February in another. When the moon is very young on the 29th of Sha'ban, as it is in February 2027, a one-day difference between countries is common.
If you are not sure which date to follow, the safest everyday rule is to follow the announcement of the community and country where you live. Praying and fasting together with your community is the practical goal.
How long will the fasts be in Ramadan 2027?
Ramadan 2027 falls in late winter in the Northern Hemisphere and in late summer in the Southern Hemisphere. In the north, that means shorter days: fasts are roughly 11 to 12.5 hours at the start in most large cities and grow by a minute or two each day through the month. In Algiers, for example, the first fast lasts about 12 hours 14 minutes, from Imsak to Maghrib.
In the Southern Hemisphere, fasts are longer, often 13 to 15 hours.
You can see the exact Imsak, Fajr and Iftar (Maghrib) times for your city in our Ramadan timetables. Start with the country pages for Algeria or Saudi Arabia, or browse all locations from the prayer times index.
The last ten nights and Laylat al-Qadr in 2027
The Prophet (peace be upon him) told his companions to look for Laylat al-Qadr, the Night of Decree, "in the odd nights of the last ten nights of Ramadan" (Sahih al-Bukhari). Counting from 8 February as the first day, the odd nights fall like this:
- 21st night: sunset on Saturday, 27 February
- 23rd night: sunset on Monday, 1 March
- 25th night: sunset on Wednesday, 3 March
- 27th night: sunset on Friday, 5 March
- 29th night: sunset on Sunday, 7 March
These dates move by a day if your country starts Ramadan a day later. Read more in our guide to Laylat al-Qadr.
Eid al-Fitr 2027: when will it be?
Eid al-Fitr is the first day of Shawwal, the month after Ramadan. It is expected on Tuesday, 9 March 2027. The crescent is looked for on the evening of the 29th of Ramadan (Monday, 8 March). If it is sighted, Eid is on 9 March. If it is not, Ramadan completes 30 days and Eid is on Wednesday, 10 March. Fasting on the day of Eid is not permitted, so wait for the announcement on the evening of the 29th.
Before Eid prayer every Muslim with the means pays Zakat al-Fitr. Our guide explains who pays, how much and when.
Why does Ramadan move earlier every year?
The Islamic calendar is lunar. Twelve lunar months last about 354 days, which is 10 or 11 days fewer than the Gregorian year of 365 days. So Ramadan begins roughly 11 days earlier each year, and over about 33 years it passes through every season.
- Ramadan 2026 began around 18 February 2026.
- Ramadan 2027 begins around 8 February 2027.
- Ramadan 2028 is expected to begin around 28 January 2028.
To convert any date between the two calendars use the Hijri date converter, or see today's date in the Hijri calendar. A short history of the calendar is in our guide to the Islamic calendar months.
How to prepare for Ramadan 2027
Start in Rajab and Sha'ban, the two months before Ramadan. A realistic plan has five parts:
- Fix your fasting habits early. Many Muslims fast Mondays and Thursdays, or the "white days" (13th, 14th and 15th of each lunar month), to ease into the month.
- Make up missed fasts. If you owe days from last Ramadan, complete them before the new month starts.
- Set your Quran goal. Choose a daily page count that you can keep, for example one juz per day to complete the Quran in 30 days.
- Plan your Iftar and Suhoor. Dates and water for Iftar, protein and slow-release carbohydrates for Suhoor. A stable routine matters more than an elaborate menu.
- Calculate your Zakat. Many people pay Zakat al-Mal during Ramadan. Use our Zakat calculator and read how to calculate Zakat step by step.
For the days of the fast itself, see what breaks the fast.
Frequently asked questions
What is the date of Ramadan 2027?
Ramadan 2027 is expected to start on Monday, 8 February 2027 and end on Monday, 8 March or Tuesday, 9 March 2027 depending on whether the month has 29 or 30 days.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?
Eid al-Fitr 2027 (1 Shawwal 1448) is expected on Tuesday, 9 March 2027, subject to the sighting of the new crescent on the evening of 8 March. If the crescent is not seen, Eid moves to 10 March.
How many days is Ramadan 2027?
Ramadan always has 29 or 30 days. In 2027 it is expected to have 29 days if the crescent is sighted on the evening of 8 March, and 30 days otherwise.
Is the first day of Ramadan the same in every country?
No. Countries decide the start by moon sighting or by astronomical calculation, so the first fast can differ by one day. Follow the announcement of the country or community where you live.
When is Laylat al-Qadr in 2027?
Laylat al-Qadr falls in the last ten nights, most likely on an odd night. If Ramadan starts on 8 February, the 27th night begins at sunset on Friday, 5 March 2027.
When does Ramadan 2028 start?
Ramadan 2028 is expected to begin around 28 January 2028, about 11 days earlier than in 2027.
Dates in this guide use the Umm al-Qura calendar and were checked in October 2026. Official announcements in your country take priority. This is educational information, not a fatwa.