Ramadan is the holiest month in Islam, observed by over 1.9 billion Muslims worldwide. It is a time for fasting, prayer, self-discipline, and spiritual growth. For Ramadan 2025, the month is expected to begin on the evening of Saturday, March 1, 2025, and end on the evening of Saturday, March 29, 2025.

In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about Ramadan 2025, from its key dates and fasting rules to global traditions and answers to frequently asked questions. Let’s dive in!

The first day of fasting for Ramadan 2025 is expected to fall on Saturday, March 1, 2025  , 2025. The exact date may vary depending on the local sighting of the crescent moon. This practice of moon sighting connects Muslims worldwide to the natural rhythms of the lunar calendar.

Ramadan concludes with Eid-ul-Fitr, the Festival of Breaking the Fast. In 2025, Eid-ul-Fitr is anticipated to begin on Sunday, March 30, 2025. The celebration starts after the crescent moon is sighted, marking the end of Ramadan.

Fasting, known as sawm, is a key aspect of Ramadan. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, abstaining from food, drink, and negative behaviors.

Suhoor, the pre-dawn meal, is eaten before the Fajr (dawn) prayer. The exact time varies by location. In Ramadan 2025, Muslims in New York, for example, may have suhoor around 5:00 AM, while in London, it could be closer to 4:30 AM. Suhoor provides the energy needed to sustain the day’s fast.

No, drinking water during fasting hours is not permitted. The fast involves complete abstinence from food, drink, and even chewing gum. Hydration is essential before and after fasting hours, especially during hot months like March and April in many regions.

According to astronomical predictions, in 2025 the crescent moon will probably be visible on Saturday evening and March 1 will be the first day of the fast for Muslims in the US.

Muslims don’t fast twice a year for Ramadan, but due to the lunar calendar’s shorter cycle, Ramadan can sometimes occur twice within a Gregorian year. For example, in 2030, Ramadan will fall in both January and December.

By 2050, Ramadan is expected to begin in November and continue into December, as the Islamic calendar shifts 10–12 days earlier each year.

Because the Islamic lunar year is about 11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar, Ramadan shifts annually. In 2030, this causes Ramadan to occur in both January and December—a rare phenomenon that occurs roughly every 30 years.

Muslims celebrate two Eids each year:

Eid-ul-Fitr’s date changes each year due to the lunar calendar. It shifts back by approximately 10 days annually in the Gregorian calendar.

Eid al-Adha, or the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) devotion to Allah (SWT). It is celebrated with prayers, charitable acts, and the sharing of meat with the less fortunate.

Ramadan 2025 is not just a time for fasting—it is an opportunity for spiritual growth, community connection, and acts of kindness. Through worship, charity, and self-discipline, Muslims around the world will embrace the values of compassion, gratitude, and unity during this holy month.

Here are some ways to prepare for Ramadan 2025:

Mark your calendars for March 9, 2025, and get ready to embrace the blessings of this sacred month. Ramadan Mubarak!