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Ramadan 2025 in the UAE: Here's What We Know

  • Publish date: Monday، 22 July 2024 Last update: Tuesday، 10 December 2024
Ramadan 2025 in the UAE: Here's What We Know

When Will Ramadan 2025 Begin

Though Ramadan 2025 is still some time away, you might be curious about its start date. According to Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Astronomy Society, the crescent moon marking the start of Ramadan 1446 AH will appear on Friday, February 28, 2025. This means Ramadan is likely to begin on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Ramadan 2025 in the UAE: Here's What We Know

Awaiting Official Confirmation

While these astronomical predictions provide a good estimate, the official start of Ramadan will be confirmed by the UAE Moon Sighting Committee. This committee typically meets a few days before the expected date to observe the moon and make an official announcement.

The Lunar Calendar and Ramadan

The Islamic calendar is lunar, causing the dates for Ramadan to shift each year. Generally, Ramadan moves forward by about 10 days annually. For instance, in 2024, Ramadan began on Tuesday, March 12.

Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to Ramadan 2025.

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