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Ramadan 2027: Expected Dates, Key Nights & Complete Guide

By Mohammad Mamun, CEO & Editor-in-Chief, Islamic Info Center  |  Updated September 16, 2026  |  10 min read

Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on Tuesday, February 9, 2027, marking the start of the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and the beginning of a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection for well over a billion Muslims worldwide. Based on current astronomical projections, the month will run 29 or 30 days, concluding around Wednesday, March 10, 2027, with Eid al-Fitr expected on or near Thursday, March 11, 2027.

Because Ramadan follows the lunar Hijri calendar rather than the Gregorian solar calendar, its exact start date is only confirmed once the crescent moon is sighted or calculated by the relevant Islamic authority in each country. This guide covers the expected 2027 calendar, why the dates shift every year, regional differences, the most important nights to prepare for, and a full checklist for the month ahead.

Ramadan 2027 Key Dates at a Glance

Here is a quick summary of the most important expected dates for Ramadan 1448 AH, based on current astronomical calculations. All dates remain provisional until confirmed by moon sighting.

Dates are astronomical projections and may shift by a day depending on your country's moon sighting or calculation method.

Why Ramadan Dates Shift Every Year

The Islamic calendar is a purely lunar calendar made up of twelve months of about 29 or 30 days each, totaling roughly 354 to 355 days a year. This is about 10 to 11 days shorter than the 365 day Gregorian solar year used across most of the world. As a result, Ramadan moves earlier by roughly 10 to 11 days every year and gradually passes through every season over a cycle of approximately 33 years.

This is why Ramadan fell in the summer months a decade ago and will fall in the depths of winter within a few more years. In 2027, the month lands in February and early March, meaning shorter and more moderate fasting hours compared to a summer Ramadan.

Regional Differences in Ramadan 2027 Start Dates

Not every country begins Ramadan on exactly the same day. Some nations, including Saudi Arabia, follow the Umm al-Qura calendar, which relies on astronomical calculation. Others, including many communities in South Asia and parts of Africa, rely on physical sighting of the crescent moon by local committees, which can be affected by weather and visibility.

Because of this, the confirmed start of Ramadan 2027 can differ by a day between regions such as Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Most major Islamic bodies, including the Fiqh Council of North America, base their announcements on either global moon sighting reports or regional calculation methods agreed upon in advance.

For local Sehri and Iftar times, Muslims in the United States commonly follow the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) calculation method, while other countries follow their own national authorities, such as the Bangladesh Islamic Foundation or Indonesia's Kemenag.

Key Nights of Ramadan 2027

Several nights carry special significance throughout the month and are worth planning around in advance:

• The first night of Ramadan begins at Maghrib on Monday, February 8, 2027, ahead of the first full day of fasting on Tuesday, February 9.
• The last ten nights, beginning around February 26, 2027, are traditionally observed with increased worship, extra prayer, and often greater time spent at the mosque.
• Laylat al-Qadr, the Night of Decree, is most often sought on the odd nights of the last ten days. Based on the expected 2027 calendar, this points to nights falling between approximately February 27 and March 8, 2027, with the 27th night of Ramadan receiving particular attention from many communities.
• The final night of Ramadan, expected around March 10, 2027, leads into Eid al-Fitr celebrations the following morning.

Remember that in the Islamic calendar, the night comes before the day it belongs to. The night of the 27th, for example, is the evening beginning at Maghrib on the 26th day, not the evening at the end of the 27th. This detail is one of the most common points of confusion when planning around key nights.

How to Prepare for Ramadan 2027

With Ramadan 2027 landing in February and March, preparation can start well in advance. A simple checklist to work through before the month begins:

• Confirm your local Sehri and Iftar times a few weeks ahead using your city's official timetable, and recheck once the month is officially confirmed.
• Plan your Tarawih routine, whether at home or your local mosque, and check for any updated prayer schedules for the season.
• Set intentions for the Quran, whether that means a full recitation across the month or a manageable daily portion.
• Prepare for the last ten nights in advance, including any time off work or adjusted routines around February 26 onward.
• Budget for Zakat and charity, since many Muslims calculate and distribute Zakat during Ramadan.
• Stock your kitchen with staples for Sehri and Iftar so early mornings and evenings stay simple and stress-free.

Find Your Local Sehri and Iftar Times

Because Sehri and Iftar times depend on your exact location, always check a timetable specific to your city rather than relying only on national dates. Islamic Info Center publishes live, city-specific Ramadan timetables that automatically calculate accurate Fajr and Maghrib times using the ISNA and other recognized calculation methods, updated daily throughout the month.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Ramadan 2027?

Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on Tuesday, February 9, 2027, and conclude around Wednesday, March 10, 2027, corresponding to the Islamic year 1448 AH. The exact date depends on moon sighting.

Why does the Ramadan 2027 date change every year?

Ramadan follows the Hijri calendar, a purely lunar calendar of about 354 to 355 days, which is roughly 10 to 11 days shorter than the Gregorian solar year. This causes Ramadan to shift earlier each year and move through every season over a cycle of about 33 years.

Will Ramadan 2027 start on the same day everywhere in the world?

Not always. Some countries rely on physical moon sighting while others follow astronomical calculation, such as the Umm al-Qura calendar in Saudi Arabia. Because of this, the confirmed start date can differ by a day between regions.

When is Laylat al-Qadr in Ramadan 2027?

Laylat al-Qadr is traditionally sought during the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan. Based on the expected 2027 calendar, this places the most likely nights between approximately February 27 and March 8, 2027, with the 27th night receiving particular attention.

When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?

Eid al-Fitr 2027 is expected around Thursday, March 11, 2027, marking the end of the Ramadan fasting month, though the exact date depends on the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon.

Tags: Ramadan 2027, Islamic Calendar 1448 AH, Laylat al-Qadr 2027, Eid al-Fitr 2027, Moon Sighting

Source consulted for calculation methodology: Islamic Society of North America (ISNA).