Ramadan is just around the corner in the United Arab Emirates, with early moon‑sighting calculations pointing to significant dates for the holy month and its conclusion.
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Ramadan is just around the corner in the United Arab Emirates, with early moon‑sighting calculations pointing to significant dates for the holy month and its conclusion.
Ramadan is just around the corner in the United Arab Emirates, with early moon‑sighting calculations pointing to significant dates for the holy month and its conclusion. According to the calendar tool from the Dubai Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activities Department (IACAD), the start of Ramadan is expected to fall between February 17 and 19, 2026—most likely on Thursday, February 19. The exact date will, as always, be confirmed by the official crescent moon sighting.
During the last ten days of Ramadan, many mark Laylat al‑Qadr (the Night of Power), which in 2026 is projected to occur on the night of Tuesday, March 17. This is one of the most spiritually significant nights in Islam.
The month of fasting is anticipated to end on Thursday, March 19, 2026, again subject to moon‑sighting, making the first day of Eid Al Fitr likely on Friday, March 20. The UAE traditionally observes three days of public holiday for Eid, though the total break could extend if the preceding month is 30 days.
Families planning ahead will find the timing aligns with school spring breaks: private schools in Dubai begin their break around March 16 and resume near March 30, offering an extended festive period around Eid.
Keep in mind: all dates remain provisional until the UAE Moon‑Sighting Committee issues its official declaration.
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