When is Ramadan 2026? Dates, Ramadan, and 20+ wishes.

The month of Ramadan is the most sacred month for Muslims worldwide. It is a period of fasting, praying, and spiritual rejuvenation. With Ramadan 2026 drawing closer, thousands of believers want to know the approximate dates, the value of this blessed month, and the best way to prepare their hearts and minds. It is the ultimate guide to Ramadan 2026, covering all details such as the approximate date it will start, spiritual suggestions, and frequently asked questions.

When Is Ramadan 2026? Dates and start times are to be expected.

Ramadan 2026 is predicted to commence in February 2026. The Islamic months will use the lunar calendar, and thus, the specific date will be verified when the new moon (hilal) is noticed. According to most astronomical calculations, Ramadan is likely to start in mid-February, but the first fasts start soon after the sun sets the day before the official start. How come Ramadan has different dates every year? Ramadan does not have fixed dates as per the Gregorian (solar) calendar. Rather, they change their location annually due to the Islamic lunar calendar, which is approximately 10 to 12 days shorter than the solar calendar.

How the Lunar Calendar Works

There are 12 lunar months in the Islamic calendar, whose start is determined by the new moon. Islamic months would alternately be 29 and 30 days since every lunar cycle takes about 29.5 days. This is the reason why Ramadan will always come earlier every year than the Gregorian calendar.

The Moon Sighting Tradition

Muslim scholars and committees traditionally seek the crescent moon following sunset on the 29th day of the month. In case the moon is noticed, Ramadan starts on the following day. Otherwise, this month ends after 30 days, and Ramadan begins. This tradition has its origins in the Islamic doctrine and upholds the purity of the lunar system. Due to weather conditions and geographical location, this may cause slight differences in dates announced by different regions.

The U.S. Observance: The Future in 2026.

In America, Islamic centres and mosques tend to adhere to announcements of selected astronomical calculations or local sightings of the moon. It should start in mid-February in Ramadan 2026, and the schedule of fasting and prayer will be adjusted to local time, sunrise, and sunset. Fasting Hours: All of the U.S. 2026. Because Ramadan 2026 will be in the late winter and the early spring, the day of fasting in the U.S. will be moderate, with an average of 11 to 13 hours a day, depending on the city. The fasts in the northern cities will be a little longer in duration than in the southern cities, but the number of hours is manageable and moderate.

Ramadan 2026 Day-by-Day Calendar

Ramadan is usually separated into three thematic parts: First 10 Days – Day of Mercy (Rahma). The first days of Ramadan are dedicated to the mercy of Allah. Muslims are advised to show mercy and act with charity, as well as being tender at their frontiers. Second 10 Days of Forgiveness (Maghfirah). This is the time for seeking forgiveness with Allah and restoring relationships with others. It is a period to repent with a pure and clean heart. Last 10 Days—Days of Hellfire Salvation. The last month of Ramadan is full of spiritual energy. Worship becomes more special at nighttime, and Muslims struggle to achieve Laylatul Qadr, the Night of Power.

Key Nights in Ramadan 2026

Laylatul Qadr – The Night of Power. The Laylatul Qadr is regarded as the most blessed night of the year. It is a night in which the Quran was first revealed, and the worship in this night is greater than a thousand months of worship. This night is in the final ten days of Ramadan, particularly on odd days such as the 21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th, or 29th day. The 27th night is a special day to many Muslims.

Jummah (Fridays) in Ramadan 2026

Fridays are particularly sacred to Islam. During Ramadan 2026, it is expected that there will be a number of Fridays; each will come with an additional reward, especially when Jummah prayers and more supplications are practised.

Duas for Welcoming Ramadan

One of the most beautiful ways of preparing spiritually is by praying and making Dua prior to the start of Ramadan.

Arabic

اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ العَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي

Transliteration

Allahumma innaka ‘Afuwwun tuhibbul-‘afwa fa‘fu ‘anni

Meaning

O Allah, You are Most Forgiving; You love to forgive, so forgive me.

This is one of the best duas to repeat in the last ten nights of Ramadan, especially on Laylatul Qadr

Hadith and Quranic Wisdom

The Command to Fast Allah says in the Quran: “O you who believe! Fasting is a commandment to thee, as it was a commandment to those who preceded thee, lest thou mayst attain Taqwa (God-consciousness). — Quran 2:183 The Virtues of Ramadan: Ramadan is a holy period of mercy, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal.

The purification of the soul, discipline, and reconnecting of the believer to their Creator are some of the benefits of fasting in this month. The Three Parts of Ramadan Mercy Forgiveness: Freedom from Hellfire. Such spiritual stages express the course of Ramadan for a faithful one. Tips on Spiritual Preparation for Ramadan. The trick in maximising the blessings of Ramadan is preparation. Here are six practical steps:

1. Cleanse Your Intentions Restart your fasting in earnestness before Allah.

2. Fasting Before Ramadan Practice. Fasting on Tuesdays and Fridays is to be attempted to develop discipline and preparedness.

3. Start a Qur’an Routine Now, Consisting of Reading and Contemplation of the Qur’an Before Ramadan.

4. Reduce Distractions Begin to cut down on distractions that include too much social media so that more attention is given to worship.

5. Plan Your Ibadah Goals: Have realistic objectives of prayer, recitation, charity, and self-improvement. 6. Involve Your Family. Promote worship and common meals among the family members.

Ramadan 2026 Globally: The Prejudiced Start Dates.

Due to the irrationality of the moon sighting rules, the different regions might start Ramadan on slightly different days. Nevertheless, the majority of Muslim-majority nations and societies in the world expect Ramadan to begin in mid-February 2026, according to the lunar calculations.

Daily Ramadan Calendar (Sample)

Day	Date (2026)	Sehri Approx.	Iftar Approx.
1	Wed, 18 Feb	05:30 AM	06:00 PM
2	Thu, 19 Feb	05:29 AM	06:01 PM
3	Fri, 20 Feb	05:28 AM	06:02 PM
4	Sat, 21 Feb	05:27 AM	06:03 PM
5	Sun, 22 Feb	05:26 AM	06:04 PM
6	Mon, 23 Feb	05:25 AM	06:05 PM
7	Tue, 24 Feb	05:24 AM	06:06 PM
8	Wed, 25 Feb	05:23 AM	06:07 PM
9	Thu, 26 Feb	05:22 AM	06:08 PM
10	Fri, 27 Feb	05:21 AM	06:09 PM
11	Sat, 28 Feb	05:20 AM	06:10 PM
12	Sun, 1 Mar	05:19 AM	06:11 PM
13	Mon, 2 Mar	05:18 AM	06:12 PM
14	Tue, 3 Mar	05:17 AM	06:13 PM
15	Wed, 4 Mar	05:16 AM	06:14 PM
16	Thu, 5 Mar	05:15 AM	06:15 PM
17	Fri, 6 Mar	05:14 AM	06:16 PM
18	Sat, 7 Mar	05:13 AM	06:17 PM
19	Sun, 8 Mar	05:12 AM	06:18 PM
20	Mon, 9 Mar	05:11 AM	06:19 PM
21	Tue, 10 Mar	05:10 AM	06:20 PM
22	Wed, 11 Mar	05:09 AM	06:21 PM
23	Thu, 12 Mar	05:08 AM	06:22 PM
24	Fri, 13 Mar	05:07 AM	06:23 PM
25	Sat, 14 Mar	05:06 AM	06:24 PM
26	Sun, 15 Mar	05:05 AM	06:25 PM
27	Mon, 16 Mar	05:04 AM	06:26 PM
28	Tue, 17 Mar	05:03 AM	06:27 PM
29	Wed, 18 Mar	05:02 AM	06:28 PM
30*	Thu, 19 Mar	05:01 AM	06:29 PM

*Ramadan may end on the 29th or 30th day, depending on moon sighting.

When is Eid ul-Fitr 2026?

Eid al-Fitr is expected to take place at the end of Ramadan, which is expected towards the end of March 2026. Why don’t all the countries start Ramadan on the same day? Certain nations follow local lunar phases, whereas other nations follow universal notifications or astronomy data. Is it possible to begin Ramadan preparation? Absolutely! The better you are prepared by good habits, the more spiritually rewarding Ramadan will be. Which day is the most significant in Ramadan 2026? The most important of them is the Night of Power, called Laylatul Qadr. What is the duration of my fasting day during Ramadan 2026? The hours of fasting also depend on the geographical setting; however, the average fasting time in most regions of the world is 11-13 hours. Will Ramadan 2026 be during winter or spring? In the year 2026, Ramadan will last from the end of winter to the beginning of spring.

Ramadan 20+ wishes

1. Wish you a happy Ramadan that imparts peace to your heart, light to your soul and innumerable blessings to your home and family.
2. I wish you Ramadan that is filled with the purest prayers, known duas, and time spent with Allah in your everyday life.
3. I hope Allah forgives your mistakes in the past, relieves you and fills your life with mercy this blessed month.
4. Ramadan Mubarak! You may bless the headaches of your fasts, your nights, your blessings and multiply them a thousand and a thousand times.
5. May this blessed month purify your heart and make you strong in faith and lead thee to patient, kind, and grateful.
6. May you enjoy a Ramadan season in which every prayer is comfortable, every fast makes one stronger, and every dua is successful.
7. Wish you a successful Ramadan and hope that the نور (light) of Ramadan illuminates your way and makes you successful both in this life and in the Hereafter.
8. Ramadan is a present- wrap it all with prayer, adorn it with good acts and enjoy its blessings forever.
9. Blessed be Allah who accepts your fasting, charity, and prayers and brings upon you barakah in health, wealth and time.
10. I also want to wish you a happy month of asking forgiveness, spiritual development, and having many chances to win the pleasure of Allah.
11. May your sehri be strong, your iftar glad and happy, your nights put you nearer to the mercy of Allah.
12. May this Ramadan ease your heart and take away your burdens and put your worries away and in its place hope and faith. Ramadan Mubarak!
13. May your house be full of recitation of Quran and your life full of eternal tranquility.
14. May Allah bless you with those who are acquitted and to whom Allah bestows his special mercy during Ramadan.
15. May God bless you with a lot of patience during fasting, regularity in praying, and earnestness in all your worships this blessed month.
16. May the doors of mercy open before thee, the doors of sins open behind thee and the doors of Jannam await thee.
17. Wish this Ramadan to remind you to be thankful of little blessings and have faith in Allah in the greatest trials of life.
18. May your charity increase, your duas grow tall and your heart be soothed through the thought of Allah.
19. I hope that you have a spiritually inspiring Ramadan that strengthens your faith and brings you purpose and peace in your days.
20. May Allah grant you to see Laylatul Qadr and receive your adoration and reward you with a boundless reward. Ameen.

Conclusion.

Ramadan 2026 is going to be a season of mercy, forgiveness, and spiritual upliftment. You need to begin to nurture your intentions, whether you are warming up your heart, plotting your future, or you want to strengthen your relationship with Allah. Wish all believers a peaceful, guided, and Godly blessing in Ramadan.

Final Dua

Oh Allah make us of those who receive Ramadan with heart, accept its mercy with piety, and come out clean and beloved to You. Ameen.

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