Ramadan Guide
Ramadan Calendar Guide
Ramadan follows the lunar calendar, so its date shifts earlier in the Gregorian year by about 11 days each cycle. This guide helps you anticipate Ramadan and plan accordingly.
Lunar timing and the new moon
Ramadan begins when the new moon is sighted. Because the lunar year is shorter than the solar year, the same Ramadan date comes earlier each year in the Gregorian calendar.
Planning with both calendars
Use Hijri to determine the religious month and Gregorian to schedule work, travel, and family events. Our Hijri ↔ Gregorian Converter helps bridge both systems.
Counting days until Ramadan
A countdown or day-difference tool can help you track the days remaining until the expected start of Ramadan, especially when planning Iftar meals or travel.