Malaysia • Asia/Kuala_Lumpur

Islamic Date Today in Malaysia

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official MABIMS Imkanur Rukyah Standard (JAKIM). Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur).

Official JAKIM & MABIMS Standard

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

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

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

MABIMS Imkanur Rukyah Standard (JAKIM) • Day 4 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

Hari Ini: Sabtu

4 Jamadilakhir 1448 H

Piawaian Rasmi JAKIM & MABIMS

Calendar System MABIMS Imkanur Rukyah Standard (JAKIM)

Reference Point National Observatory & Teluk Kemang Observatory, Port Dickson

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Keeper of the Rulers' Seal & JAKIM

Major Cities in Malaysia

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

Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory · National Capital & Commercial Hub

Kuala Lumpur

Putrajaya Federal Territory · Federal Administrative Center

Putrajaya

George Town Penang · UNESCO Historic Port City

George Town

Johor Bahru Johor · Southern Gateway to Singapore

Johor Bahru

Kota Bharu Kelantan · Traditional Islamic Cultural Heart

Kota Bharu

Kuala Terengganu Terengganu · East Coast Coastal Islamic Capital

Kuala Terengganu

Ipoh Perak · Kinta Valley Heritage Center

Ipoh

Kuching Sarawak · Capital of Sarawak on Borneo

Kuching

Kota Kinabalu Sabah · Coastal Capital beneath Mount Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Melaka (Malacca) Melaka · Historic Sultanate World Heritage City

Melaka

Alor Setar Kedah · Ancient Royal Rice Bowl Capital

Alor Setar

Kuantan Pahang · South China Sea Coast Port

Kuantan

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Malaysia (1448 AH)

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

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

Royal Seal Declaration & MABIMS Criteria

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Malaysia

Malaysia operates a sophisticated Islamic calendar overseen by the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) and constitutionally proclaimed by the **Keeper of the Rulers' Seal** (Penyimpan Mohor Besar Raja-Raja) on behalf of the Conference of Rulers.

At a Glance: The Malaysia Calendar in 3 Key Points

Keeper of the Rulers' Seal: Constitutionally tasked with declaring Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, and Eid al-Adha on national television.
MABIMS Updated Criteria: Adheres to the unified 3° altitude and 6.4° elongation standard established with Brunei, Indonesia, and Singapore.
29 Official Observation Stations: JAKIM operates optical observatories across Peninsular and Malaysian Borneo.

The Royal Sighting Protocol

On the 29th of each lunar month, official sighting teams deploy to 29 designated hilltops and coastal stations, including Teluk Kemang Observatory. Reports are transmitted directly to the Keeper of the Rulers' Seal.

The MABIMS Regional Framework

Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, and Singapore form the MABIMS astronomical accord. The revised 2021 criteria ensure high predictability and regional alignment across Southeast Asia.

Day Transition Dynamics

The civil calendar updates at 12:00 AM midnight Malaysia Time (MYT / Asia/Kuala_Lumpur, UTC+8), while the religious night begins at sunset with the Maghrib Adhan.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the Islamic date today in Malaysia?

Today's date is calculated according to the official JAKIM and MABIMS standard in the Asia/Kuala_Lumpur time zone.

Who declares Ramadan and Raya (Eid) in Malaysia?

The Keeper of the Rulers' Seal (Penyimpan Mohor Besar Raja-Raja) after receiving formal royal assent from the Conference of Rulers.

Is the date the same in West Malaysia and Sabah/Sarawak?

Yes. A single unified Islamic calendar applies across all 13 states and 3 federal territories.

What is the MABIMS criteria used by Malaysia?

The MABIMS standard requires the moon to have an altitude of at least 3 degrees and an elongation of at least 6.4 degrees at sunset.

What time zone does this page follow?

Malaysia Time (MYT / Asia/Kuala_Lumpur, UTC+8).

When does the date change in Malaysia?

At 12:00 AM midnight MYT for civil clocks, and at Maghrib sunset for religious prayers.

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