Ramazan 2027 countdown begins as possible start date comes into focus

Astronomical calculations suggest Muslims may begin fasting from February 8.

Why Ramazan moves each year

The Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle and has 12 months, making it about 354 days long. This is around 11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar.

As a result, Ramazan moves backward through the Gregorian calendar each year. Over time, the holy month falls across winter, spring, summer and autumn.

Crescent moon will decide start

The final start date will be confirmed after religious authorities observe the new crescent moon in each country. Crescent sighting remains an important part of determining the beginning of Ramadan.

Current astronomical predictions indicate that the crescent will be looked for on the evening of February 7, 2027. If the moon is sighted, Muslims are expected to offer their first Taraweeh prayers that evening before beginning the first fast on February 8.

Eid-ul-Fitr expected in March

Eid-ul-Fitr is currently expected to begin on Wednesday, March 10, 2027, depending on the sighting of the Shawwal moon. The final date will again be confirmed through the official moon-sighting process.

The expected date gives Muslims an early idea of when Ramadan 2027 may begin. However, the final decision will depend on the crescent moon sighting.

The difference between the Islamic and Gregorian calendars means Ramadan comes around 10 to 11 days earlier each year. This is why the holy month gradually moves through different seasons.

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