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Hijri Calendar 2026: Important Islamic Dates

The Islamic calendar (Hijri) is lunar, with 354-355 days. Dates shift earlier by ~11 days each Gregorian year. Here are the key 2026 dates (approximate; final dates depend on moon sighting).

Q1 2026 (Rajab → Sha'ban)

  • Isra Mi'raj: February 5, 2026 (27 Rajab 1447)
  • Mid-Sha'ban (Laylat al-Nisf): February 27, 2026

Q2 2026 (Ramadan)

  • Ramadan begins: ~February 17, 2026 (1 Ramadan 1447)
  • Laylat al-Qadr (likely): March 13-14, 2026 (odd nights of last 10)
  • Eid al-Fitr: ~March 19, 2026 (1 Shawwal 1447)

Q3 2026 (Hajj season)

  • Hajj begins: May 24, 2026 (8 Dhul Hijjah 1447)
  • Day of Arafah: May 26, 2026 (9 Dhul Hijjah 1447)
  • Eid al-Adha: May 27, 2026 (10 Dhul Hijjah 1447)
  • Islamic New Year (1448 AH): June 16, 2026 (1 Muharram 1448)
  • Ashura: June 25, 2026 (10 Muharram 1448)

Q4 2026

  • Mawlid al-Nabawi: August 24, 2026 (12 Rabi al-Awwal 1448)

Recurring monthly opportunities

  • White Days (Ayyam al-Beed): 13, 14, 15 of each Hijri month — recommended fasting
  • Mondays and Thursdays: recommended weekly fasting
  • First 10 days of Dhul Hijjah: beloved acts to Allah, fasting recommended (especially Day of Arafah)
  • Six of Shawwal: fasting any 6 days of Shawwal after Ramadan = reward of fasting the whole year

Plan your spiritual year

Just Pray includes a Hijri calendar with notifications for important dates. Set reminders for Ramadan, Hajj, and Eid in advance so they don't sneak up.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do Islamic dates change every year?

The Islamic (Hijri) calendar is lunar — 354-355 days vs 365 in the Gregorian solar calendar. Islamic months drift earlier by about 11 days each Gregorian year.

How do I know the exact date Ramadan starts?

Ramadan begins with moon sighting. Local Islamic authorities announce confirmation. Just Pray sends a notification when Ramadan begins in your country.

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