Ramadan 2027
February 7, 2027 to March 8, 2027 · 30 days of fasting · Eid al-Fitr on March 9, 2027
(1 Ramadan 1448 – 29 Ramadan 1448 / 1448 AH)
Live iftar and suhoor times
Ramadan 2027 , Key Dates
| First fast (1 Ramadan) | Sunday, Feb 7, 2027 |
| Mid-Ramadan (15 Ramadan) | Sunday, Feb 21, 2027 |
| Laylat al-Qadr (likely 27 Ramadan) | Friday night, Mar 5, 2027 |
| Last fast (29 Ramadan) | Monday, Mar 8, 2027 |
| Eid al-Fitr (1 Shawwal) | Tuesday, Mar 9, 2027 |
Dates calculated astronomically. Local moon sighting may shift dates by one day.
Why Ramadan 2027 is ~10 days earlier than 2026
The Islamic calendar is lunar: 12 lunar months of ~29.5 days each, totaling ~354 days per year. The Gregorian (solar) calendar is ~365.25 days. The 11-day gap means Hijri dates , including Ramadan , shift ~11 days earlier in the Gregorian calendar every year.
Over a 33-year cycle, Ramadan moves through every season. Compared to Ramadan 2026 (mid-February to mid-March), Ramadan 2027 starts slightly earlier in winter , meaning shorter fasting days for the Northern Hemisphere and longer for the Southern.
Iftar Time in Ramadan 2027
Iftar = Maghrib (sunset). Because Ramadan 2027 falls in February-March, the Northern Hemisphere will be coming out of winter , daylight is still short, so iftar will be relatively early. Sample iftar times on the first fast (Feb 7, 2027):
- London , approximately 5:05 PM
- New York , approximately 5:25 PM
- Dubai , approximately 6:05 PM
- Mecca , approximately 6:15 PM
- Karachi , approximately 6:00 PM
- Jakarta , approximately 6:10 PM
- Sydney , approximately 7:50 PM (late summer)
Use the live tool above for your exact city and exact day.
Preparing for Ramadan 2027
The month of Sha'ban (preceding Ramadan) is when the Prophet ﷺ increased his voluntary fasting. Practical preparation:
- Start fasting Mondays & Thursdays in Sha'ban , eases the body into the rhythm
- Plan your suhoor menu , slow carbs + protein + fluids
- Set a Qur'an reading schedule , ~4 pages per day completes one juz in a week
- Settle any debts or grudges , enter Ramadan with a clean heart
- Enable prayer remindersso iftar/suhoor don't sneak up on you
Cities for Ramadan 2027
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Ramadan 2027 start?▼
Ramadan 2027 begins at sunset on Saturday, February 6, 2027, the first fasting day is Sunday, February 7, 2027 (1 Ramadan 1448 AH). It ends 29 days later on Monday, March 8, 2027. Eid al-Fitr 2027 falls on Tuesday, March 9, 2027 (1 Shawwal 1448). Local moon sighting may shift the start or end by one day.
How is Ramadan 2027 different from Ramadan 2026?▼
Ramadan 2027 falls ~10 days earlier in the Gregorian calendar than Ramadan 2026, because the Islamic lunar year is ~11 days shorter than the solar year. So if Ramadan 2026 was Feb 17 - Mar 18, Ramadan 2027 shifts to Feb 7 - Mar 8. Over a 33-year cycle the month moves through every season, making it easier or harder to fast depending on year and latitude.
What time is iftar in Ramadan 2027?▼
Iftar begins at Maghrib (sunset) in your specific location. Since Ramadan 2027 falls in early-to-mid February, daylight will still be relatively short in the Northern Hemisphere, expect iftar around 5:30-6:30 PM in northern US/UK cities, around 6:30 PM in Mecca, and later in southern hemisphere cities. Use the live tool on this page for your exact city.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?▼
Eid al-Fitr 2027 is on Tuesday, March 9, 2027 (1 Shawwal 1448 AH) for most countries following astronomical calculation. Saudi Arabia and others using moon sighting may confirm the date the evening of March 8.
How many days is Ramadan 2027?▼
Ramadan can be 29 or 30 days depending on the lunar cycle. Ramadan 2027 is expected to be 30 days. The exact length is confirmed by sighting (or not sighting) the new crescent moon on the 29th evening, if the moon is sighted, Eid is the next day; if not, fasting continues for one more day.
Is the start of Ramadan 2027 confirmed?▼
Astronomical calculation predicts February 7, 2027 as the first day of fasting (1 Ramadan 1448 AH). Final confirmation depends on local moon sighting on the evening of February 6, 2027. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and countries following Umm al-Qura calendar will likely confirm in line with the astronomical date; some regions in South Asia and Africa may shift by one day.