Ramadan 2027 is projected to begin on Feb 8 in the UAE.
The UAE's Astronomy Centre released its calculations for the holy month and the holidays that follow, giving Muslims a preliminary schedule to plan around. While the dates are based on astronomical data, the final confirmation will come after the moon‑sighting committee observes the crescent, as it does each year.
Projected start of Ramadan 2027
According to the centre's current figures, the lunar month is expected to commence on 8 February 2027. The month could run for either 29 or 30 days, meaning Ramadan would likely end on 8 March if it lasts 29 days, or on 9 March if it extends to 30 days. The variation follows the natural shift of the Islamic calendar, which moves earlier by about ten to twelve days each Gregorian year.
Throughout the fasting period, Muslims abstain from food and drink from sunrise to sunset, breaking the fast each evening with iftar and often waking before dawn for suhoor. The month is also a time for increased prayer, charitable acts and family gatherings, reinforcing community bonds across the Emirates.
Eid Al Fitr dates and public holidays
If Ramadan completes a full 30‑day cycle, the Astronomy Centre estimates Eid Al Fitr will start on 10 March 2027. Should the month be 29 days, the holiday period is expected to run from 9 March to 11 March, with the first three days of Shawwal— the month that follows Ramadan—designated as paid leave for public‑ and private‑sector employees under UAE Cabinet law.
In the scenario where the crescent is not sighted on the evening of the 29th day, the fasting month automatically extends to 30 days, and the additional day is also declared a public holiday. Combined with the weekend, this could give residents a six‑day break, extending the holiday period to 12 March.
What residents should expect
Authorities advise Emiratis and residents to treat these dates as a general guide rather than a fixed schedule. Official confirmation will be issued closer to the moon‑sighting, ensuring the exact start and end of Ramadan align with religious observation.
Businesses, schools and government offices are expected to adjust their calendars once the moon is sighted, allowing families to plan travel, gatherings and community events around the confirmed dates. The early release of the projected timeline helps organizations prepare logistics and staffing well in advance.