Last checked: October 28, 2026. Dates are expected, not confirmed: Ramadan starts after the crescent moon is sighted, so your destination may start a day later.
Short answer: Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on Monday, February 8, 2027 (some countries may start on February 9) and to last 29 or 30 days, with Eid al-Fitr on March 9 or 10, 2027. Because it falls in February and early March, fasting days are short almost everywhere: roughly 12 to 13.5 hours in most holiday destinations. Pick a destination below to see the expected suhoor (Fajr) and iftar (Maghrib) times for every day of the month.
Sources for the dates: The National (UAE), September 2026; Jordan News, astronomical calculations.
Ramadan 2027 fasting hours and iftar times by destination
| Day | Date | Suhoor ends (Fajr) | Iftar (Maghrib) | Fasting |
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Times are calculated with the open-source Adhan library for the city centre and shown in local time. Local mosques may use a different method or add a safety margin of a few minutes, so always follow the timetable of the mosque or authority where you stay.
Shortest and longest fasts: destinations compared
| Destination | First day | Last day | Guide |
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Planning a holiday during Ramadan 2027
- Book with suhoor and iftar in mind. Ask your hotel in writing whether it serves a pre-dawn suhoor and an iftar, and whether the food is halal. Our 15 questions to email a resort help.
- Flights: check which airlines serve halal meals in our airline guide, and where to pray in transit in our airport prayer rooms guide.
- Eid al-Fitr week (around March 9-10) is peak season in many Muslim-majority destinations; prices and availability can change fast.
FAQ
When does Ramadan 2027 start and end?
It is expected to start on February 8, 2027 (February 9 in some countries) and end on March 8 or 9, with Eid al-Fitr on March 9 or 10. The exact dates depend on the moon sighting.
How many hours will Muslims fast in Ramadan 2027?
Because Ramadan 2027 falls in February and March, the fast is short in most places: around 12 to 13.5 hours in the Gulf, Türkiye, North Africa and Southeast Asia. Use the planner above for exact daily times per destination.
Are these iftar times official?
No. They are calculated estimates for each city centre. Always follow the timetable of the local mosque or religious authority.