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Ramadan 1447 AH  ·  Complete Guide & Duas

Ramadan Fasting 2026
Duas, Calendar & Islamic Guide

Authentic supplications, the full Ramadan 2026 calendar, Suhoor & Iftar duas, the three Ashras, and everything you need to make this blessed month spiritually fulfilling.

First Fast Wednesday, 18 Feb 2026
Last Fast Wednesday, 18 Mar 2026
Laylatul Qadr ~Monday, 16 Mar 2026
Eid al-Fitr ~Thu/Fri, 19–20 Mar 2026
Foundation

What Is Ramadan & Why Do Muslims Fast?

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar (Hijri) calendar and the holiest month in Islam. It commemorates the first revelation of the Holy Qur’an to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Fasting during Ramadan — known as Sawm — is one of the Five Pillars of Islam and is obligatory for every able-bodied adult Muslim.

“Whoever fasts Ramadan out of faith and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven.”
— Sahih al-Bukhari & Muslim

🌙 The Month of the Qur’an

Allah ﷻ declares in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:185): “The month of Ramadan in which was revealed the Qur’an, a guidance for the people and clear proofs of guidance and criterion.” Reciting and reflecting on the Qur’an daily is the heart of Ramadan.

🌟 The Night of Power

Laylatul Qadr (the Night of Power) falls within the last ten odd nights of Ramadan — most likely the 27th night (~16 March 2026). Worship on this single night is greater in reward than a thousand months (83+ years) of worship.

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Sawm (Fasting)

Abstaining from food, drink, and intimacy from Fajr to Maghrib every day of Ramadan.

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Salah & Tarawih

Performing the five daily prayers and the special night prayers (Tarawih) after Isha throughout the month.

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Qur’an Recitation

Completing at least one full recitation of the Qur’an — the Khatm al-Qur’an — before Eid.

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Zakat & Charity

Giving generously in Sadaqah; also paying Zakat al-Fitr before Eid prayer so the needy can celebrate.

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I’tikaf

Spending the last ten days of Ramadan in seclusion in the masjid, devoted entirely to worship.

Authentic Supplications

Essential Duas for Ramadan Fasting 2026

Making dua with sincerity during Ramadan carries immense spiritual reward. The Prophet ﷺ said: “Three supplications are answered without doubt: the supplication of a fasting person, the supplication of a traveler, and the supplication of one who is wronged.” (Ibn Majah)

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Dua for Suhoor (Niyyah)

وَبِصَوْمِ غَدٍ نَّوَيْتُ مِنْ شَهْرِ رَمَضَانَ

Wa bisawmi ghadinn nawaiytu min shahri Ramadan

Translation: I intend to keep the fast for tomorrow in the month of Ramadan.

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Dua for Breaking Fast (Iftar)

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي لَكَ صُمْتُ وَبِكَ آمَنْتُ وَعَلَيْكَ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَعَلَىٰ رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُ

Allahumma inni laka sumtu wa bika aamantu wa ‘alayka tawakkaltu wa ‘ala rizqika aftartu

Translation: O Allah! I fasted for You, I believe in You, I put my trust in You, and with Your provision I break my fast.

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Iftar Dua (Sunnah)

ذَهَبَ الظَّمَأُ وَابْتَلَّتِ الْعُرُوقُ وَثَبَتَ الْأَجْرُ إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ

Dhahaba al-zama’u wabtallatil-‘uruqu wa thabata al-ajru in sha’a Allah

Translation: Thirst is gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills. (Abu Dawud)

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Dua for Laylatul Qadr

اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي

Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa’fu ‘anni

Translation: O Allah, You are Most Forgiving, and You love to forgive, so forgive me. (At-Tirmidhi)

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Dua on Seeing the Crescent Moon

اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالْيُمْنِ وَالْإِيمَانِ وَالسَّلَامَةِ وَالْإِسْلَامِ

Allahumma ahillahu ‘alayna bil-yumni wal-imani was-salamati wal-Islam

Translation: O Allah, bring it over us with blessing and faith, and security and Islam. (At-Tirmidhi 3451)

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Dua for Acceptance of Fasting

اللَّهُمَّ تَقَبَّلْ مِنَّا صِيَامَنَا وَقِيَامَنَا وَسَائِرَ أَعْمَالِنَا

Allahumma taqabbal minna siyamana wa qiyamana wa sa’ira a’malina

Translation: O Allah, accept from us our fasting, our prayers, and all our good deeds.

Ramadan 1447 AH

Ramadan Calendar 2026 — All 30 Days

Ramadan 2026 begins on Wednesday, 18 February and ends on Wednesday, 18 March 2026 (subject to moon sighting). Eid al-Fitr is expected on Thursday 19 or Friday 20 March 2026.

# Gregorian Date Hijri / Day Day of Week Note
118 Feb 20261 Ramadan 1447Wednesday🌙 First Day
219 Feb 20262 Ramadan 1447Thursday
320 Feb 20263 Ramadan 1447Friday
421 Feb 20264 Ramadan 1447Saturday
522 Feb 20265 Ramadan 1447Sunday
623 Feb 20266 Ramadan 1447Monday
724 Feb 20267 Ramadan 1447Tuesday
825 Feb 20268 Ramadan 1447Wednesday
926 Feb 20269 Ramadan 1447Thursday
1027 Feb 202610 Ramadan 1447FridayEnd 1st Ashra
1128 Feb 202611 Ramadan 1447Saturday
121 Mar 202612 Ramadan 1447Sunday
132 Mar 202613 Ramadan 1447Monday
143 Mar 202614 Ramadan 1447Tuesday
154 Mar 202615 Ramadan 1447Wednesday
165 Mar 202616 Ramadan 1447Thursday
176 Mar 202617 Ramadan 1447Friday
187 Mar 202618 Ramadan 1447Saturday
198 Mar 202619 Ramadan 1447Sunday
209 Mar 202620 Ramadan 1447MondayEnd 2nd Ashra
2110 Mar 202621 Ramadan 1447Tuesday
2211 Mar 202622 Ramadan 1447Wednesday
2312 Mar 202623 Ramadan 1447Thursday✨ Odd Night
2413 Mar 202624 Ramadan 1447Friday
2514 Mar 202625 Ramadan 1447Saturday✨ Odd Night
2615 Mar 202626 Ramadan 1447Sunday
2716 Mar 202627 Ramadan 1447Monday🌟 Laylatul Qadr
2817 Mar 202628 Ramadan 1447Tuesday
2918 Mar 202629 Ramadan 1447Wednesday✨ Odd Night
3018 Mar 202630 Ramadan 1447Wednesday🌙 Last Day / Eid Eve

* All dates subject to official moon sighting. Laylatul Qadr is most likely to fall on one of the last ten odd nights (27th being most prominent per hadith).

Spiritual Phases

The Three Ashras of Ramadan 2026

Ramadan is divided into three ten-day periods (Ashras), each with its own spiritual theme, dedicated dua, and special rewards. Understanding these phases helps you plan your worship across the month.

1st Ashra

Days of Mercy (Rahma)

رَبِّ اغْفِرْ وَارْحَمْ وَأَنتَ خَيْرُ الرَّاحِمِيْنَ

Rabbi ighfir warham wa anta khayru al-rahimeen

O my Lord, forgive and have mercy, and You are the Best of those who show mercy.

📅 18 Feb – 27 Feb 2026
2nd Ashra

Days of Forgiveness (Maghfirah)

أَسْتَغْفِرُ اللهَ رَبِّي مِنْ كُلِّ ذَنْبٍ وَأَتُوبُ إِلَيْهِ

Astaghfirullah rabbi min kulli dhanbin wa atubu ilayh

I seek the forgiveness of Allah, my Lord, from every sin and repent to Him.

📅 28 Feb – 9 Mar 2026
3rd Ashra

Days of Salvation (Nijaat)

اللَّهُمَّ أَجِرْنِي مِنَ النَّارِ

Allahumma ajirni minan-nar

O Allah, save me from the Fire. The last Ashra includes Laylatul Qadr and I’tikaf — the most intense spiritual period of the year.

📅 10 Mar – 18 Mar 2026
Quick Reference

Key Dates of Ramadan 2026

Bookmark this table for all the significant dates and events throughout Ramadan 1447 AH.

EventExpected Date (2026)Significance
Start of Ramadan (Moon Sighting)Evening of Tue, 17 FebBeginning of the blessed month
First Fast (Suhoor & Sawm)Wed, 18 Feb 2026First day of mandatory fasting
End of 1st Ashra (Mercy)Fri, 27 Feb 202610 days of Allah’s mercy
End of 2nd Ashra (Forgiveness)Mon, 9 Mar 202610 days of divine forgiveness
Start of Last 10 NightsTue, 10 Mar 2026Most blessed nights; seek Laylatul Qadr
I’tikaf BeginsMon evening, 9 Mar 2026After Maghrib on 20th Ramadan
Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power)~Mon, 16 Mar 202627th night; worth 1,000 months of worship
Last Fast of RamadanWed, 18 Mar 202630th and final day of fasting
Zakat al-Fitr DeadlineBefore Eid prayerObligatory charity before Eid prayer
Eid al-Fitr 2026Thu/Fri, 19–20 MarFestival of Breaking the Fast — Eid Mubarak!
Islamic Jurisprudence

Rules, Conditions & Exemptions of Ramadan Fasting

Fasting during Ramadan is obligatory upon every Muslim who meets the following conditions. Islam also grants compassionate exemptions for those who are unable.

✅ Conditions That Make Fasting Obligatory

  • 1Being Muslim — non-Muslims are not obligated
  • 2Reaching the age of puberty (Bulugh)
  • 3Being mentally sound and sane
  • 4Being physically able to fast without harm
  • 5Residing — not travelling a journey (Safar)

🟡 Who Is Exempt from Fasting?

  • ✦The ill — must make up missed fasts later
  • ✦Travellers — can break fast & make up later
  • ✦Pregnant and breastfeeding women
  • ✦Women during menstruation or post-natal bleeding
  • ✦The elderly who are unable — may pay Fidya
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Ramadan Fasting 2026

Answers to the most searched questions about Ramadan 2026, fasting rules, duas, and more.

Ramadan 2026 (1447 AH) is expected to begin on the evening of Tuesday, 17 February 2026, with the first fast on Wednesday, 18 February. It will end on the evening of Wednesday, 18 March 2026, with Eid al-Fitr expected on 19 or 20 March 2026. Exact dates are subject to official moon sighting in your local region.
The dua (niyyah) for beginning your fast is: “Wa bisawmi ghadinn nawaiytu min shahri Ramadan” — meaning “I intend to keep the fast for tomorrow in the month of Ramadan.” This intention (niyyah) should be made in the heart before Fajr (dawn). Some scholars state the verbal intention is Sunnah but the heart’s intention is what counts.
The most widely narrated Iftar dua is: “Allahumma inni laka sumtu wa bika aamantu wa ‘alayka tawakkaltu wa ‘ala rizqika aftartu” — “O Allah! I fasted for You, I believe in You, I put my trust in You, and with Your provision I break my fast.” A shorter form is also authentic: “Dhahaba al-zama’u wabtallatil-‘uruqu wa thabata al-ajru in sha’a Allah” (Abu Dawud).
The following actions intentionally performed during fasting hours invalidate the fast: eating or drinking, intentional vomiting, sexual intercourse or intimate relations, taking medicine or injections that provide nourishment, and smoking. Accidental acts (forgetting one is fasting and eating/drinking) do NOT break the fast according to the majority of scholars — you simply continue your fast.
Laylatul Qadr (the Night of Power) is hidden within the last ten odd nights of Ramadan (21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th, or 29th). According to many hadith, the 27th night is most prominent — expected to fall on Monday, 16 March 2026. However, Muslims are encouraged to seek it across all odd nights of the last ten days. The recommended dua is: “Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa’fu ‘anni.”
Ramadan 2026 is expected to be 30 days, running from the first fast on 18 February to the last fast on 18 March 2026. The Islamic lunar month can be either 29 or 30 days depending on moon sighting, so the final number may change slightly based on local moon sighting authorities.
Zakat al-Fitr (Fitrana) is a mandatory charity that every Muslim must pay on behalf of themselves and their dependants before the Eid al-Fitr prayer. It purifies the fasting person from inadvertent errors during Ramadan and provides food for the poor to celebrate Eid. It can be given from the start of Ramadan but must be paid before the Eid prayer to be valid.