This year, Ramadan is expected to begin on March 23, according to local media reports, and Eid Al Fitr and the first of Shawwal will most likely fall on Friday, April 21.
During Ramadan, people would be fasting up to 14 hours per day.
As per astronomical charts, Eid Al Fitr in the UAE will fall on Thursday, April 20, until Sunday, April 23.
The exact dates of Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr will be confirmed by the moon-sighting committee closer to the time. Last year, the Holy month began on April 1.
The UAE Cabinet recently confirmed holiday dates for public and private sectors in the UAE. According to a social media post shared by the UAE Government, the following is the full list of holidays for this year:
- Eid Al Fitr: Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 3
- Arafah Day: Dhul Hijjah 9
- Eid Al Adha: Dhul Hijjah 10-12
- Hijri New Year: July 21
- Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday: September 29
- National Day: December 2-3
Going forward, the UAE will see four main holiday periods during the year. This includes Eid Al Fitr, Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha, Hijiri New Year, and National Day, which includes Commemoration Day.
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