The Ramadan calendar 2026 helps Muslims know the expected start date, end date, fasting days, and important events of the holy month of Ramadan. Ramadan is the most sacred month in Islam, observed by fasting, prayer, charity, and self-discipline.
This article explains everything about Ramadan 2026 in a simple and easy way.
When is Ramadan in 2026?
According to astronomical calculations, Ramadan 2026 is expected to begin in mid-February 2026 and end in mid-March 2026.
📌 Expected Dates (may vary by moon sighting):
- First fast: Around February 17–18, 2026
- Last fast: Around March 18–19, 2026
- Eid-ul-Fitr: Around March 19–20, 2026
⚠️ Final dates depend on moon sighting in each country.
Total Fasting Days in Ramadan 2026
- Ramadan usually has 29 or 30 fasting days
- Final count is confirmed after moon sighting
Daily Routine in Ramadan
🌙 Sehri (Suhoor)
- Pre-dawn meal before Fajr
- Eating Sehri is Sunnah and brings blessings
🌅 Fajr Prayer
- Marks the start of the fast
🌇 Iftar
- Fast is broken at Maghrib
- Sunnah to break fast with dates and water
🌌 Taraweeh Prayer
- Special night prayer after Isha
- Performed in mosques or at home
Important Nights in Ramadan 2026
✨ Laylat-ul-Qadr (Night of Power)
- Occurs in the last 10 nights
- Most likely on odd nights (21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th, 29th)
📖 “Laylat-ul-Qadr is better than a thousand months.”
(Quran 97:3)
Last Ashra of Ramadan
The last 10 days are very important:
- Increased worship
- Dua and Istighfar
- I‘tikaf (seclusion in mosque)
Eid-ul-Fitr 2026
Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan.
Before Eid:
- Pay Zakat-ul-Fitr
- Thank Allah for completing fasting
Benefits of Following Ramadan Calendar
✔ Helps plan fasting and prayers
✔ Keeps daily routine organized
✔ Reminds of important nights
✔ Useful for families & workplaces
Ramadan Calendar 2026 – Important Notes
- Prayer times vary by country and city
- Always follow local moon sighting announcements
- Check official Islamic authorities for confirmation
Final Words
The Ramadan calendar 2026 is a helpful guide for Muslims to prepare spiritually and physically for this blessed month. Ramadan is a time for patience, forgiveness, charity, and closeness to Allah.
👉 May Allah allow us to reach Ramadan 2026 and accept our fasting and prayers. Ameen.
Ramadan Calendar 2026 – USA
| City | Expected First Fast | Expected Last Fast | Eid-ul-Fitr |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Chicago | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Los Angeles | Feb 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 | Mar 20, 2026 |
| Houston | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Dallas | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
Ramadan Calendar 2026 – UK
| City | Expected First Fast | Expected Last Fast | Eid-ul-Fitr |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Birmingham | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Manchester | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Glasgow | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Liverpool | Feb 17, 2026 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 |
Sehri & Iftar Timetable 2026
Here’s a daily Sehri & Iftar guide for Pakistan / USA / UK. (Adjust timings for your city)
| Date | Sehri Time | Fajr | Iftar Time | Maghrib |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 17 | 5:00 AM | 5:15 AM | 6:15 PM | 6:20 PM |
| Feb 18 | 4:59 AM | 5:14 AM | 6:16 PM | 6:21 PM |
| Feb 19 | 4:58 AM | 5:13 AM | 6:17 PM | 6:22 PM |
| Feb 20 | 4:57 AM | 5:12 AM | 6:18 PM | 6:23 PM |
| Feb 21 | 4:56 AM | 5:11 AM | 6:19 PM | 6:24 PM |
Ramadan 2026 Sehri and Iftari Times Table for USA New York City
| Day | Gregorian Date (2026) | Ramadan Day | Sehri End (approx. Fajr) | Iftari (Maghrib) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 18 | 1 | 5:40 AM | 5:45 PM |
| 2 | Feb 19 | 2 | 5:39 AM | 5:46 PM |
| 3 | Feb 20 | 3 | 5:37 AM | 5:47 PM |
| 4 | Feb 21 | 4 | 5:36 AM | 5:48 PM |
| 5 | Feb 22 | 5 | 5:34 AM | 5:49 PM |
| 6 | Feb 23 | 6 | 5:33 AM | 5:50 PM |
| 7 | Feb 24 | 7 | 5:31 AM | 5:51 PM |
| 8 | Feb 25 | 8 | 5:30 AM | 5:52 PM |
| 9 | Feb 26 | 9 | 5:28 AM | 5:53 PM |
| 10 | Feb 27 | 10 | 5:27 AM | 5:54 PM |
| 11 | Feb 28 | 11 | 5:25 AM | 5:55 PM |
| 12 | Mar 1 | 12 | 5:23 AM | 5:56 PM |
| 13 | Mar 2 | 13 | 5:22 AM | 5:57 PM |
| 14 | Mar 3 | 14 | 5:20 AM | 5:58 PM |
| 15 | Mar 4 | 15 | 5:18 AM | 5:59 PM |
| 16 | Mar 5 | 16 | 5:17 AM | 6:00 PM |
| 17 | Mar 6 | 17 | 5:15 AM | 6:01 PM |
| 18 | Mar 7 | 18 | 5:13 AM | 6:02 PM |
| 19 | Mar 8 | 19 | 5:12 AM | 6:03 PM |
| 20 | Mar 9 | 20 | 5:10 AM | 6:04 PM |
| 21 | Mar 10 | 21 | 5:08 AM | 6:05 PM |
| 22 | Mar 11 | 22 | 5:07 AM | 6:06 PM |
| 23 | Mar 12 | 23 | 5:05 AM | 6:07 PM |
| 24 | Mar 13 | 24 | 5:03 AM | 6:08 PM |
| 25 | Mar 14 | 25 | 5:01 AM | 6:09 PM |
| 26 | Mar 15 | 26 | 5:00 AM | 6:10 PM |
| 27 | Mar 16 | 27 | 4:58 AM | 6:11 PM |
| 28 | Mar 17 | 28 | 4:56 AM | 6:12 PM |
| 29 | Mar 18 | 29 | 4:54 AM | 6:13 PM |
| 30 | Mar 19 | 30 | 4:53 AM | 6:14 PM |