Ra's as-Sanah Dates in 2026, 2027 and 2028
Ra's as-Sanah is celebrated at the following dates:
- Wednesday, June 17, 2026 (estimated)
1 Muḥarram 1448 - Sunday, June 6, 2027 (estimated)
1 Muḥarram 1449 - Thursday, May 25, 2028 (estimated)
1 Muḥarram 1450
Ra's as-Sanah is the Arabic phrase for “head of the new year”1. It signifies the first day in the Islamic calendar1. Instead of being a strictly religious observance, it is used more as a day of reflection of the past year, as well as planning for the coming year1.
Origins
The first Islamic year, and therefore the first Ra's as-Sanah, started in 622 AD when the Prophet Muhammed emigrated from Mecca to Medina2. This is known as the Hijra2.
Celebration
In the Islamic calendar, a new day begins at sunset3. Therefore, Ra's as-Sanah commences when one can first see the moon3. Although there is no traditional method of observance, many Muslims spend the day praying and fasting.
