Islamic dates start at Maghreb the previous day and are subject to the visibility of the new moon. Variations can take place if this sighting of the new moon is done globally, regionally or locally.
The following possible scenarios can occur this year:
1. Global Sighting
(or prediction of sighting) Ramadan (29 days) starts Wednesday 18 February ends Wednesday 18 March. Eid on Thursday 19 March
2. Regional Sighting
Ramadan (30 days) starts Wednesday 18 February ends Thursday 19 March. Eid on Friday 20 March.
3. Local Sighting
Ramadan (29 days) starts Thursday 19 February ends Thursday 19 March. Eid on Friday 20 March.
When you are notified of the commencement of Ramadan through your community, tick the box under the relevant “Ramadan” column.
Please stay in contact with your local mosque for announcement of Ramadan and Eid dates.
