When will Ramadan begin? Possible dates announced

As the calendar turns, the holy month of Ramadan approaches once again, offering the global Muslim community a time for fasting, reflection, and spiritual renewal. According to the calendar released by the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department of Dubai, Ramadan in Bangladesh is expected to commence sometime between 17th and 19th February 2026, with 18th February being the most likely date. The exact start, however, remains contingent upon the sighting of the crescent moon.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is observed by Muslims worldwide as a period of fasting from dawn to sunset, prayer, charity, and self-discipline. Its timing varies annually because the Islamic calendar is lunar-based, and months begin with the visual confirmation of the new moon. Presently, the Hijri month of Rajab is underway. Typically, lunar months consist of 29 or 30 days, and this will also determine the precise length of Ramadan.

According to the official 2026 calendar of Dubai’s Islamic Affairs department, Ramadan may conclude on Thursday, 19th March 2026. The following day is anticipated to mark Eid al-Fitr, one of the most significant festivals in Islam, celebrating the end of fasting and offering an occasion for communal prayers, feasting, and charity. Depending on the moon sighting, Ramadan could last either 29 or 30 days.

For clarity, the expected timeline for Ramadan 2026 in Bangladesh is summarised below:

Muslims eagerly await the sighting of the crescent moon to officially mark the beginning of the month of fasting, which not only involves abstaining from food and drink during daylight hours but also encourages heightened spiritual reflection and acts of generosity.

With the anticipated dates now public, communities, mosques, and families in Bangladesh can begin preparations for the holy month, planning both religious activities and festive celebrations ahead of Eid al-Fitr.