First Day of Ramadan in Afghanistan
In 2026, First Day of Ramadan falls on Wednesday, 18 February 2026.
About First Day of Ramadan
The First Day of Ramadan marks the beginning of the ninth month in the Islamic calendar, a period of fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims worldwide. Observants abstain from food and drink from dawn until sunset to commemorate the month in which the Quran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. It is a significant religious observance in Afghanistan characterized by increased devotion and charitable acts.
First Day of Ramadan dates in Afghanistan
Observance dates for First Day of Ramadan across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 23 Mar 2023 | Thursday | First Day of Ramadan |
| 2024 | 11 Mar 2024 | Monday | First Day of Ramadan |
| 2025 | 1 Mar 2025 | Saturday | First Day of Ramadan |
| 2026This year | 18 Feb 2026 | Wednesday | First Day of Ramadan |
| 2027 | 8 Feb 2027 | Monday | First Day of Ramadan |
| 2028 | 28 Jan 2028 | Friday | First Day of Ramadan |
| 2029 | 16 Jan 2029 | Tuesday | First Day of Ramadan |
| 2030 | 6 Jan 2030 | Sunday | First Day of Ramadan |
| 2031 | 15 Dec 2031 | Monday | First Day of Ramadan |
23 Mar 2023
Thursday · First Day of Ramadan
11 Mar 2024
Monday · First Day of Ramadan
1 Mar 2025
Saturday · First Day of Ramadan
18 Feb 2026
Wednesday · First Day of Ramadan
8 Feb 2027
Monday · First Day of Ramadan
28 Jan 2028
Friday · First Day of Ramadan
16 Jan 2029
Tuesday · First Day of Ramadan
6 Jan 2030
Sunday · First Day of Ramadan
15 Dec 2031
Monday · First Day of Ramadan
