When Is Ramadan 2026? Full Calendar With Sehri and Iftar Timings

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Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community for Muslims worldwide, will begin in February 2026 based on astronomical predictions and traditional moon sightings. The start of Ramadan varies by country and location because it depends on the visibility of the crescent moon (hilal).

Many countries, including those in the Gulf and South Asia, anticipate that Ramadan will begin on Thursday, February 19, 2026, with the first fast (roza) observed that morning after pre-dawn Sehri.

The holy month usually lasts 29 or 30 days, also determined by moon sightings, and is expected to conclude around March 19-20, 2026, with Eid al-Fitr celebrated shortly afterwards.

What Ramadan Means

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During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset, abstaining from food and drink to focus on spiritual growth, self-discipline, prayer, and generosity. Each day begins with Sehri (the pre-dawn meal) and ends with Iftar (the breaking of the fast at sunset).

Ramadan 2026 Sehri & Iftar Timings (First Roza Onwards)

Below are typical Sehri and Iftar times for Ramadan 2026 based on common schedules observed in India and nearby regions. Exact times can vary slightly by city and local moon sightings, so it's best to check your local mosque or prayer timetable for precise details closer to each day.

• February 19 - Sehri: 5:36 AM, Iftar: 6:15 PM
• February 20 - Sehri: 5:35 AM, Iftar: 6:16 PM
• February 21 - Sehri: 5:35 AM, Iftar: 6:17 PM
• February 22 - Sehri: 5:34 AM, Iftar: 6:17 PM
• February 23 - Sehri: 5:33 AM, Iftar: 6:18 PM
• February 24 - Sehri: 5:32 AM, Iftar: 6:19 PM
• February 25 - Sehri: 5:31 AM, Iftar: 6:19 PM
• February 26 - Sehri: 5:30 AM, Iftar: 6:20 PM
• February 27 - Sehri: 5:29 AM, Iftar: 6:21 PM
• February 28 - Sehri: 5:28 AM, Iftar: 6:21 PM
• March 1 - Sehri: 5:27 AM, Iftar: 6:22 PM
• March 2 - Sehri: 5:26 AM, Iftar: 6:23 PM
• March 3 - Sehri: 5:25 AM, Iftar: 6:23 PM
• March 4 - Sehri: 5:24 AM, Iftar: 6:24 PM
• March 5 - Sehri: 5:23 AM, Iftar: 6:25 PM
• March 6 - Sehri: 5:22 AM, Iftar: 6:25 PM
• March 7 - Sehri: 5:21 AM, Iftar: 6:26 PM
• March 8 - Sehri: 5:20 AM, Iftar: 6:26 PM
• March 9 - Sehri: 5:19 AM, Iftar: 6:27 PM
• March 10 - Sehri: 5:18 AM, Iftar: 6:28 PM
• March 11 - Sehri: 5:17 AM, Iftar: 6:28 PM
• March 12 - Sehri: 5:15 AM, Iftar: 6:29 PM
• March 13 - Sehri: 5:14 AM, Iftar: 6:29 PM
• March 14 - Sehri: 5:13 AM, Iftar: 6:30 PM
• March 15 - Sehri: 5:12 AM, Iftar: 6:31 PM
• March 16 - Sehri: 5:11 AM, Iftar: 6:31 PM
• March 17- Sehri: 5:10 AM, Iftar: 6:32 PM
• March 18 - Sehri: 5:08 AM, Iftar: 6:32 PM
• March 19 - Sehri: 5:07 AM, Iftar: 6:33 PM
• March 20 - Sehri: 5:06 AM, Iftar: 6:33 PM

Local Differences and Moon Sighting

The official start of Ramadan can vary by country. Some nations begin fasting a day earlier or later, depending on the sighting of the new crescent moon, which marks the beginning of each Islamic month.

Government-appointed moon sighting committees or local announcements from mosques usually confirm the exact date just before Ramadan begins.

Ramadan 2026: What Comes After

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• Eid al-Fitr: The festival that marks the end of Ramadan is expected around March 20, 2026, celebrating the completion of fasting and gratitude.
• Prayers and Charity: Ramadan is also a time for increased prayer (including nightly Tarawih prayers) and charitable giving like Zakat al-Fitr.

As Ramadan approaches each year, check your local mosque or Islamic centre for exact daily Sehri and Iftar times, since these are tailored to your city's sunrise and sunset.