# When does Ramadan start in the UK? | UK Prayer Times

> Ramadan begins with the sighting of the new crescent moon marking 1 Ramadan. Expected dates are published on our Ramadan hub — always confirm with your…

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Ramadan & Eid

# When does Ramadan start in the UK?

Updated 2026-07-28

Quick Answer

Ramadan begins with the sighting of the new crescent moon marking 1 Ramadan. Expected dates are published on our Ramadan hub — always confirm with your local mosque, as UK communities may differ by a day.

## In detail

Islamic months are lunar; Ramadan moves earlier each Gregorian year by about 10–12 days.

Our events table lists expected Ramadan starts reviewed against moon-sighting sources each season.

## Sources

-   Qur’an 2:183 — fasting prescribed — Surah al-Baqarah
-   [UK moon sighting guidance](/moon-sighting)

[Ramadan prayer times](/ramadan) [Moon sighting](/moon-sighting)

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