Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. The exact dates of Ramadan vary each year because the Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle, which is about 10-12 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar. In 2025, Ramadan is expected to begin on Friday, February 28, 2025, and end on Sunday, March 30, 2025, followed by Eid al-Fitr. However, the exact start and end dates may vary slightly depending on the sighting of the moon in different countries.
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1. Saudi Arabia (Mecca)2. United Arab Emirates (Dubai)3. Egypt (Cairo)4. Turkey (Istanbul)5. Pakistan (Karachi)6. India (New Delhi)7. United Kingdom (London)8. United States (New York)9. Canada (Toronto)10. Australia (Sydney)11. Indonesia (Jakarta)12. Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur)13. South Africa (Cape Town)14. France (Paris)15. Germany (Berlin)Notes:
Below is a detailed breakdown of the expected Ramadan dates and times for different countries in 2025:
1. Saudi Arabia (Mecca)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 14–15 hours (from Fajr to Maghrib)
- Key Times:
- Suhoor (pre-dawn meal): Around 5:00 AM
- Iftar (breaking fast): Around 6:15 PM
2. United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13–14 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:10 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:30 PM
3. Egypt (Cairo)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13–14 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 4:45 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:00 PM
4. Turkey (Istanbul)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 14–15 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:30 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:45 PM
5. Pakistan (Karachi)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13–14 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:15 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:30 PM
6. India (New Delhi)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13–14 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:20 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:35 PM
7. United Kingdom (London)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 12–13 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:00 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:00 PM
8. United States (New York)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 12–13 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:15 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:15 PM
9. Canada (Toronto)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13–14 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:30 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:30 PM
10. Australia (Sydney)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13–14 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:00 AM
- Iftar: Around 7:00 PM
11. Indonesia (Jakarta)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 4:30 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:00 PM
12. Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:45 AM
- Iftar: Around 7:15 PM
13. South Africa (Cape Town)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 12–13 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:00 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:45 PM
14. France (Paris)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13–14 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:30 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:45 PM
15. Germany (Berlin)
- Expected Start Date: Friday, February 28, 2025
- Expected End Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025
- Fasting Duration: Approximately 13–14 hours
- Key Times:
- Suhoor: Around 5:15 AM
- Iftar: Around 6:30 PM
Notes:
- Moon Sighting: The exact start and end dates of Ramadan depend on the sighting of the crescent moon, which may vary by location. Some countries rely on local moon sightings, while others follow astronomical calculations or announcements from Saudi Arabia.
- Fasting Duration: The length of the fasting day varies depending on the country’s geographical location and the time of year. In 2025, Ramadan falls in late winter/early spring, so fasting hours will be relatively moderate in most regions.
- Eid al-Fitr: The festival marking the end of Ramadan is expected to begin on Monday, March 31, 2025, but this may vary based on moon sightings.
This detailed breakdown provides an overview of Ramadan 2025 timings for different countries. Muslims are encouraged to confirm the exact dates and times with local Islamic authorities or mosques closer to the start of Ramadan
