☪️ Countdown to Ramadan 2027
Ramadan is Monday, February 8, 2027
When Is Ramadan 2027?
Ramadan 2027 is on Monday, February 8, 2027. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, and the month concludes with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.
Ramadan Dates for the Next 10 Years
| Year | Date | Day of Week |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Mar 12, 2024 | Tuesday |
| 2025 | Mar 1, 2025 | Saturday |
| 2026 | Feb 18, 2026 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | Feb 8, 2027 | Monday |
| 2028 | Jan 28, 2028 | Friday |
| 2029 | Jan 16, 2029 | Tuesday |
| 2030 | Jan 6, 2030 | Sunday |
| 2031 | Dec 26, 2031 | Friday |
| 2032 | Dec 15, 2032 | Wednesday |
| 2033 | Dec 4, 2033 | Sunday |
| 2034 | Nov 23, 2034 | Thursday |
About Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, and the month concludes with the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.
History & Origins of Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic (Hijri) calendar and is considered the holiest month in Islam. Muslims believe that during Ramadan, the first verses of the Quran were revealed to Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel in 610 CE, an event known as Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Power). The practice of fasting during Ramadan was made obligatory in the second year after the Hijra (migration to Medina) in 624 CE. As the Islamic calendar is lunar, Ramadan shifts approximately 10-12 days earlier each year on the Gregorian calendar. Over 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide observe Ramadan, making it one of the most widely observed religious practices on Earth.
Traditions & How to Celebrate Ramadan
- Fasting (sawm) from dawn to sunset — abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs
- Waking before dawn for the pre-fast meal called suhoor (or sehri)
- Breaking the fast at sunset with dates and water, followed by the iftar meal
- Performing additional nightly prayers called Tarawih at the mosque
- Reading and reciting the entire Quran during the month
- Giving increased charity (zakat and sadaqah) to those in need
- Seeking Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power) during the last 10 nights
- Gathering with family, friends, and community for iftar dinners
Fun Facts About Ramadan
Ramadan moves 10-12 days earlier each year because the Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle.
In some Arctic countries, Muslims may fast for over 20 hours a day during summer Ramadan.
Food consumption actually increases during Ramadan in many Muslim-majority countries.
The cannon-firing tradition to signal the end of the daily fast began in Egypt during the Fatimid era.
Many Muslim-majority countries reduce working hours during Ramadan.
Laylat al-Qadr is believed to be worth more than a thousand months of worship.