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Islamic world begins crescent moon sighting for start of Ramadan 1447 AH (2026)
Amid an atmosphere of faith and anticipation, the Islamic world is preparing to sight the crescent moon signaling the start of the holy month of Ramadan 1447 AH (2026), as religious authorities and astronomical observatories scan the skies to determine the first day of the blessed month.
Saudi Arabia’s Afaq Astronomy Society predicts Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026 as first day of Ramadan
Based on astronomical calculations, the crescent is expected to be visible on Feb. 18, 2026, marking the start of Ramadan 1447 AH.
Australia announces Thursday, February 19, 2026 as first day of Ramadan
The Australian Council of Fatwa confirms Feb. 19 as the start of Ramadan, with Taraweeh prayers beginning Wednesday evening, Feb. 18.
European Council for Fatwa and Research announces Thursday, February 19, 2026 as first day of Ramadan
The General Secretariat of the European Council for Fatwa and Research issued an official statement setting the beginning of Ramadan and the date of Eid al-Fitr for the Hijri year 1447 (2026), based on precise astronomical calculations.
The council announced that Thursday, February 19, 2026 will mark the first day of the holy month of Ramadan.
Oman announces Thursday, February 19, 2026 as first day of Ramadan
Oman’s moon-sighting committee announced that Wednesday, February 18, completes the month of Sha’ban, and that Thursday, February 19, 2026, marks the first day of Ramadan 1447 AH.
Turkey announces Thursday, February 19, 2026 as first day of Ramadan
International Astronomy Center said Turkey and Singapore officially set Thursday, February 19, as start of Ramadan, based on precise astronomical calculations made ahead of traditional moon sighting.
