Ramadan Calendar UK

As the Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle, the Holy Month of Ramadan has an annual rotation of roughly ten days. This year, Ramadan is anticipated to start on the evening of Thursday, 27th February 2026 subject to moon sightings.

Key Ramadan 2026 Dates

Thursday, 27th February – Ramadan 2024 begins
Friday, 28th February – the first day of sawm (fasting)
Wednesday, 26th March – Laylat al-Qadr (The Night of Power)
Saturday, 29th March– final day of sawm (fasting)
Sunday, 30th March – Eid-ul-Fitr

* All dates are subject to the sighting of the moon.

Duaa for Breaking Fast in Ramadan

اللهم إني لك صمت وبك أمنت وعليك توكلت وعلى رزقك أفطرت

Transliteration: Allahumma inni laka sumtu, wa bika aamantu, wa ‘alayka tawakkaltu, wa Ala rizqika aftartu

English translation: Oh Allah! I fasted for You and I believe in You, and I put my trust in You, and I break my fast with Your sustenance.

Help Others this Ramadan

Generosity with an open heart is greatly rewarded in Islam, and the blessings received are multiplied significantly during
the holy month of Ramadan. Give generously and be a source of hope and miracles for the less fortunate.