Hungary • Europe/Budapest

Islamic Date Today in Hungary

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Magyarországi Muszlimok Egyháza (MME) Moon Sighting Standard. Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Europe/Budapest).

Magyarországi Muszlimok Egyháza Hivatalos Standard

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

Europe/Budapest • Midnight Rollover (12:00 AM)

Sunday, November 15, 2026

5 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Magyarországi Muszlimok Egyháza (MME) Moon Sighting Standard • Day 5 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

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1448. Dsumádá asz-szánija 5.

Magyarországi Muszlimok Egyháza (MME)

Calendar System Magyarországi Muszlimok Egyháza (MME) Moon Sighting Standard

Reference Point Budapest Mosque (Fehérvári út) & Historic Tomb of Gül Baba (16th c.)

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Magyarországi Muszlimok Egyháza (MME) & Magyar Iszlám Közösség (MIK)

Major Cities & Regions in Hungary

All regions across Hungary observe the official national Hijri date shown above:

Budapest Közép-Magyarország · National Capital & Budapest Mosque (Fehérvári út / Gül Baba)

Budapest

Debrecen Észak-Alföld · Second city & university student congregation

Debrecen

Szeged Dél-Alföld · University city & Islamic Cultural Center

Szeged

Pécs Dél-Dunántúl · Historic Ottoman heritage & Mosque of Pasha Qasim

Pécs

Győr Nyugat-Dunántúl · Industrial center & Muslim community

Győr

Eger Észak-Magyarország · Famous for the northernmost Ottoman Minaret in Europe

Eger

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Hungary (1448 AH)

Muslims across Hungary track official moon sighting declarations for major religious observances, particularly Ramadan and the two Eids:

Islamic Event	Hijri Date	Significance in Hungary
Start of Ramadan Holy Month	1 Ramadan 1448 AH	Nationwide fasting begins; special nightly Taraweeh prayers across mosques
Laylat al-Qadr 27th Night	27 Ramadan 1448 AH	The Night of Power, marked by night vigils, Qiyam al-Layl, and Quran recitation
Eid al-Fitr Celebration	1 Shawwal 1448 AH	Official celebration marking the blessed conclusion of the fasting month of Ramadan
Day of Arafah Pinnacle of Hajj	9 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH	Recommended voluntary Sunnah fasting day as pilgrims assemble on Mount Arafat
Eid al-Adha Feast of Sacrifice	10 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH	Feast of the Sacrifice; communal morning Eid prayers and Qurbani / Udhiyah
Islamic New Year New Hijri Year	1 Muharram 1449 AH	Beginning of the new Hijri lunar year and commemoration of the historic Hijrah
Day of Ashura Sunnah Fast	10 Muharram 1449 AH	Recommended voluntary fasting day commemorating the deliverance of Prophet Musa (AS)

Islamic Date Today in Hungary — 2D Motion Design Illustration of Lunar Calendar and Crescent Moon — Illustration The official Islamic lunar calendar system and the Hilal crescent moon in Hungary.

MME Hungary Moon Sighting & Ottoman Heritage

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Hungary

Hungary is home to approximately 40,000–50,000 Muslims, rooted in centuries of Ottoman history and represented today by two state-recognized churches: the Magyarországi Muszlimok Egyháza (MME) and the Magyar Iszlám Közösség (MIK).

At a Glance: The Hungary Calendar in 3 Key Points

Ottoman Historical Legacy: Hungary was partly ruled by the Ottoman Empire from 1541 to 1699, leaving historic monuments like the Tomb of Gül Baba and minarets in Eger and Pécs.
Legal Recognition (1916 / 2011): Islam was first legally recognized in Hungary in 1916 under Act XVII, and today MME and MIK operate as recognized religious entities.
Budapest Central Mosque: The Budapest Mosque on Fehérvári út serves as the primary coordination point for moonsighting and prayers.

Ottoman Heritage and Historical Islamic Presence in Hungary

Hungary preserves significant historical Islamic architecture from the 16th and 17th centuries. The Tomb of Gül Baba on the Hill of Roses in Budapest is a sacred Sufi pilgrimage site restored jointly by the Hungarian and Turkish governments. Historic Ottoman minarets still stand in Eger and Pécs, alongside traditional Turkish bathhouses in Budapest.

MME and MIK: Modern Calendar Leadership

The Church of Hungarian Muslims (Magyarországi Muszlimok Egyháza - MME) and the Hungarian Islamic Community (Magyar Iszlám Közösség - MIK) oversee Islamic community affairs. MME, based at the Budapest Mosque on Fehérvári út, coordinates astronomical calculations with the ECFR and Turkish Diyanet to announce month beginnings.

Day Transition Dynamics in Hungary

The civil Islamic date on this page updates at 12:00 AM midnight Central European Time (CET / Europe/Budapest, UTC+1 or CEST UTC+2 in summer). Liturgical observances transition at Maghrib sunset, celebrated with vibrant community iftars across Budapest and university cities like Debrecen and Szeged.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding the observation of the Islamic calendar, moon sighting, and prayer timings in Hungary:

What is the Islamic date today in Hungary?

The Islamic date today in Hungary follows the calendar published by the Magyarországi Muszlimok Egyháza (MME) in Europe/Budapest time.

What is the Tomb of Gül Baba in Budapest?

The Tomb of Gül Baba is a 16th-century Ottoman mausoleum on Budapest's Rose Hill, dedicated to a Bektashi dervish poet and revered as a historic pilgrimage site.

When did Hungary recognize Islam legally?

Hungary first recognized Islam in 1916 under Act XVII of the Kingdom of Hungary, following the Austro-Hungarian annexation of Bosnia-Herzegovina.

What time zone is used in Hungary?

Central European Time (CET / Europe/Budapest, UTC+1), adjusting to CEST (UTC+2) in summer.

Are there historical Ottoman minarets in Hungary?

Yes, surviving Ottoman minarets can be seen in Eger (one of the northernmost in Europe), Pécs, and Érd.

When does the Islamic day begin in Hungary?

Civilly at 12:00 AM midnight CET, and religiously at Maghrib sunset.

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