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Ramadan begins 2026 in Saudi Arabia

Ramadan (also spelled Ramadhan or Ramzan) is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is a sacred period observed by Muslims worldwide through fasting, prayer, charity, and spiritual reflection.

Is Ramadan begins a Public Holiday?

Ramadan begins is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.

The month of Ramadan begins when the Waxing Crescent Moon can be observed in the evening sky.

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Ramadan begins Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2021TueApr 13Ramadan beginsObservance
2022SatApr 2Ramadan beginsObservance
2023ThuMar 23Ramadan beginsObservance
2024MonMar 11Ramadan beginsObservance
2025SatMar 1Ramadan beginsObservance
2026WedFeb 18Ramadan begins (Tentative Date)Observance
2027MonFeb 8Ramadan begins (Tentative Date)Observance
2028FriJan 28Ramadan begins (Tentative Date)Observance
2029TueJan 16Ramadan begins (Tentative Date)Observance
2030SunJan 6Ramadan begins (Tentative Date)Observance
2030ThuDec 26Ramadan begins (Tentative Date)Observance
2031MonDec 15Ramadan begins (Tentative Date)Observance

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