State of Kuwait • Asia/Kuwait

Islamic Date Today in Kuwait

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Kuwaiti Hijri Calendar (Al-Ojairi Astronomical Standard). Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Asia/Kuwait).

Official Al-Ojairi & Awqaf Standard

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

Asia/Kuwait • Midnight Rollover (12:00 AM)

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Kuwaiti Hijri Calendar (Al-Ojairi Astronomical Standard) • Day 4 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

اليوم: السبت

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المعيار الرسمي المعتمد

Calendar System Kuwaiti Hijri Calendar (Al-Ojairi Astronomical Standard)

Reference Point Supreme Judicial Council & Al-Ojairi Scientific Center, Kuwait City

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Sharia Moon Sighting Board & Ministry of Awqaf

Major Cities in Kuwait

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

Kuwait City Capital Governorate · National Capital

مدينة الكويت

Hawalli Hawalli Governorate · Commercial & Cultural Hub

حولي

Salmiya Hawalli Governorate · Arabian Gulf Coastal City

السالمية

Al Ahmadi Ahmadi Governorate · Southern Industrial Hub

الأحمدي

Farwaniya Farwaniya Governorate · Inland Metropolitan Center

الفروانية

Al Jahra Jahra Governorate · Historic Oasis & Western Gateway

الجهراء

Mubarak Al-Kabeer Mubarak Al-Kabeer Governorate · Residential Center

مبارك الكبير

Sabah Al-Ahmad Ahmadi Governorate · Modern Planned City

صباح الأحمد

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Kuwait (1448 AH)

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

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

National Lunar Sighting & Al-Ojairi Calendar

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Kuwait

The State of Kuwait possesses one of the Arab world's most renowned astronomical heritages, anchored by the legendary astronomer Dr. Saleh Al-Ojairi. Kuwait balances the official Al-Ojairi calendar for civil planning with the Sharia Moon Sighting Board for religious declarations.

At a Glance: The Kuwait Calendar in 3 Key Points

Al-Ojairi Calendar Heritage: Founded by Dr. Saleh Al-Ojairi, this calendar serves as Kuwait's authoritative reference for astronomical calculations and prayer timetables.
Sharia Sighting Board: Convened at the Kuwait Judicial Institute under the Supreme Judicial Council to verify crescent sightings for Ramadan, Eid, and Hajj.
Statewide Synchronization: All six governorates observe identical Islamic dates and prayer schedules synchronized to Kuwait City.

The Al-Ojairi Scientific Foundation

The Al-Ojairi Scientific Center produces Kuwait's official civil and astronomical almanac. Combining mathematical precision with classical Islamic astronomy, it calculates lunar crescent conjunction, moonset, and visibility curves for the northern Gulf.

The Judicial Sighting Board

On the 29th night of Sha'ban and Ramadan, the Sharia Moon Sighting Board meets under senior judicial leadership. Citizens who sight the crescent are invited to register testimonies, which are evaluated alongside modern telescopic data.

Civil Rollover vs Sunset Transition

The civil calendar updates at 12:00 AM midnight Arabia Standard Time (AST / Asia/Kuwait, UTC+3), while the spiritual night begins with the Maghrib Adhan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding the Islamic calendar, time zones, and moon sightings in Kuwait.

What is the Islamic date today in Kuwait?

Today's date is calculated according to the official Kuwaiti calendar standard in the Asia/Kuwait time zone.

What is the Al-Ojairi calendar in Kuwait?

The Al-Ojairi calendar is Kuwait's famous national calendar, created by legendary Kuwaiti astronomer Dr. Saleh Al-Ojairi and officially recognized for administrative schedules.

Who declares Ramadan and Eid in Kuwait?

The Sharia Moon Sighting Board, operating under the Supreme Judicial Council and the Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs.

Is the Islamic date identical across all Kuwait governorates?

Yes. Kuwait City, Hawalli, Ahmadi, Jahra, Farwaniya, and Mubarak Al-Kabeer all observe the exact same Hijri date.

What time zone is followed on this page?

Arabia Standard Time (AST / Asia/Kuwait, UTC+3).

When does the date change in Kuwait?

At 12:00 AM midnight AST for civil purposes, and at Maghrib sunset for religious observance.

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