This comprehensive calendar highlights the most significant Islamic dates according to the Umm al-Qura calculations for Saudi Arabia. Actual dates may vary slightly based on moon sightings in different locations.
1444 AH began on July 30, 2022 and 1445 AH begins approximately on July 19, 2023
Note: Islamic months begin at sunset of the first day
Gregorian Dates
Hijri Dates
Muharram (المحرّم)
July 19 - August 17, 2023
The first month of the Islamic year, a sacred month of reflection.
July 19, 2023 (1 Muharram 1445)
Islamic New Year
Beginning of the new Hijri year 1445. Recommended to fast on this day and reflect on the Hijrah.
Recommended Observance
July 28, 2023 (10 Muharram 1445)
Day of Ashura
Commemorates Allah saving Prophet Musa (AS) and the Israelites. Recommended to fast the 9th and 10th (or 10th and 11th) of Muharram.
Highly Recommended
Safar (صفر)
August 18 - September 15, 2023
Traditional month associated with historical Islamic events.
September 6, 2023 (20 Safar 1445)
Arba'een
Commemorated by Shia Muslims as 40 days after Ashura, marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussain (RA).
Cultural Observance
Rabi' al-Awwal (ربيع الأول)
September 16 - October 15, 2023
The month of the Prophet's birth and the Hijrah to Medina.
September 27, 2023 (12 Rabi' al-Awwal 1445)
Mawlid al-Nabi
Celebration of the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) birth. Observed with prayers, charity, and learning about the Prophet's life.
Cultural Celebration
Rabi' al-Thani (ربيع الثاني)
October 16 - November 13, 2023
Month with several historical Islamic events.
November 1, 2023 (17 Rabi' al-Thani 1445)
Urs of Abdul Qadir Gilani
Commemorated by some Muslims as the death anniversary of the Sufi saint.
Cultural Observance
Jumada al-Awwal (جمادى الأولى)
November 14 - December 13, 2023
Historically significant month in early Islamic history.
Jumada al-Thani (جمادى الثانية)
December 14, 2023 - January 11, 2024
Month with several important historical events in Islamic history.
Rajab (رجب)
January 12 - February 10, 2024
One of the sacred months, precursor to Ramadan.
January 25, 2024 (13 Rajab 1445)
Isra' and Mi'raj
Night journey and ascension of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). Recommended to fast and reflect on this miraculous event.
Highly Significant
Sha'ban (شعبان)
February 11 - March 10, 2024
The month preceding Ramadan, with special significance.
February 25, 2024 (15 Sha'ban 1445)
Laylat al-Bara'ah (Shab-e-Barat)
Night of Forgiveness. Recommended to pray, seek forgiveness, and remember Allah.
Recommended Observance
Ramadan (رمضان)
March 11 - April 9, 2024
The holy month of fasting, prayer, and Quranic revelation.
March 11, 2024 (1 Ramadan 1445)
First Day of Ramadan
Beginning of the obligatory fasting month. First Taraweeh prayers will be held the night before.
Obligatory Observance
March 27, 2024 (17 Ramadan 1445)
Battle of Badr
Commemorates the first major battle in Islamic history where Muslims were victorious against all odds.
Historical Significance
Odd nights, especially April 5-6, 2024 (27 Ramadan)
Laylat al-Qadr
Night of Power, better than 1000 months. Most likely in the last 10 nights, especially odd nights.
Highly Recommended
Preparing for Ramadan 1445/2024:
- Begin adjusting sleep schedule 2 weeks prior
- Gradually reduce caffeine intake
- Start reading Quran daily
- Plan your suhoor/iftar meals
- Set spiritual goals for the month
- Organize charity plans
Shawwal (شوّال)
April 10 - May 8, 2024
The month following Ramadan with Eid celebrations.
April 10, 2024 (1 Shawwal 1445)
Eid al-Fitr
Festival of Breaking the Fast. Zakat al-Fitr must be paid before Eid prayer. Prohibited to fast on this day.
Obligatory Observance
April 11-13, 2024 (2-4 Shawwal)
Eid Holidays
Recommended to continue celebrations and visit family and friends.
Recommended
Dhu al-Qa'dah (ذو القعدة)
May 9 - June 7, 2024
One of the sacred months when warfare was traditionally prohibited.
Dhu al-Hijjah (ذو الحجة)
June 8 - July 6, 2024
The month of Hajj and Eid al-Adha, another sacred month.
June 14, 2024 (8 Dhu al-Hijjah 1445)
Day of Tarwiyah
First day of Hajj rituals. Pilgrims travel to Mina. Recommended to fast for non-pilgrims.
Recommended
June 15, 2024 (9 Dhu al-Hijjah 1445)
Day of Arafah
Pilgrims stand at Mount Arafat. Highly recommended for non-pilgrims to fast (except for pilgrims).
Highly Recommended
June 16, 2024 (10 Dhu al-Hijjah 1445)
Eid al-Adha
Festival of Sacrifice. Qurbani (sacrifice) performed after Eid prayer. Prohibited to fast on this day.
Obligatory Observance
June 17-19, 2024 (11-13 Dhu al-Hijjah)
Days of Tashreeq
Continued Eid celebrations. Fasting prohibited. Recommended to remember Allah frequently.
Recommended
Moon Phases for 1445 AH
July 19, 2023
New Moon (Muharram)
August 17, 2023
New Moon (Safar)
September 16, 2023
New Moon (Rabi' al-Awwal)
October 15, 2023
New Moon (Rabi' al-Thani)
November 14, 2023
New Moon (Jumada al-Awwal)
December 13, 2023
New Moon (Jumada al-Thani)
January 12, 2024
New Moon (Rajab)
February 10, 2024
New Moon (Sha'ban)
March 11, 2024
New Moon (Ramadan)
April 10, 2024
New Moon (Shawwal)
May 9, 2024
New Moon (Dhu al-Qa'dah)
June 7, 2024
New Moon (Dhu al-Hijjah)
Moon Sighting Guidelines:
- Islamic months begin with the sighting of the new crescent moon
- Local sighting vs. global sighting differences exist between communities
- Clear skies are needed for visual confirmation
- Many communities now rely on astronomical calculations
- Ramadan and Shawwal moons are most contested
- Check with your local mosque for confirmed sightings