Republic of the Niger (République du Niger) • Africa/Niamey

Islamic Date Today in Niger

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Conseil Islamique du Niger & Association Islamique du Niger (AIN). Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Africa/Niamey).

Norme Officielle Islamique du Niger

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

Africa/Niamey (UTC +)

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Conseil Islamique du Niger & Association Islamique du Niger (AIN) • Day 4 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

Aujourd'hui : Samedi

4 Joumada ath-Thania 1448 H

Conseil Islamique du Niger & Association Islamique

Calendar System Conseil Islamique du Niger & Association Islamique du Niger (AIN)

Reference Point Grand Mosque of Niamey & Agadez Grand Mosque (27m Mudbrick Minaret, 1515 CE)

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Association Islamique du Niger (AIN) & Grand Mosque of Niamey

Major Cities & Regions in Niger

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

Niamey Niamey Capital District · Grand Mosque of Niamey (Gift of King Faisal)

Niamey

Agadez Agadez Region · Grand Mosque of Agadez (Tallest Adobe Minaret, 1515 CE, UNESCO)

Agadez

Zinder Zinder Region · Historic Sultanate Capital & Damagaram Grand Mosque

Zinder

Maradi Maradi Region · Economic Capital & Central Mosques

Maradi

Tahoua Tahoua Region · Sahelian Gateway & Yaama Mosque (Aga Khan Award)

Tahoua

Dosso Dosso Region · Seat of the Djermakoy & Grand Mosque

Dosso

Diffa Diffa Region · Lake Chad Basin Eastern Center

Diffa

Tillabéri Tillabéri Region · Niger River Basin

Tillabéri

Arlit Agadez Region · Saharan Mining Center

Arlit

Birni-N'Konni Tahoua Region · Border Trading Hub with Nigeria

Birni-N'Konni

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Niger (1448 AH)

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

Islamic Event	Hijri Date	Significance in Niger
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 Niger - 2D Motion Vector Illustration — Illustration The official Islamic lunar calendar system and the Hilal crescent moon in Niger.

Calendrier Lunaire & Patrimoine Sahélien au Niger

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Niger

Niger is over 98% Muslim, steeped in ancient trans-Saharan trade and Islamic scholarship. The Islamic Association of Niger (AIN) and regional council ulema coordinate lunar observation committees across the country's eight regions.

At a Glance: The Niger Calendar in 3 Key Points

The Islamic Association of Niger (AIN) oversees official crescent sightings in coordination with regional committees in Niamey, Zinder, Maradi, and Agadez.
The Grand Mosque of Agadez, constructed from mudbrick in 1515 CE with a 27-meter minaret, is the tallest adobe minaret in the world.
The civil date updates at 12:00 AM midnight (Africa/Niamey, UTC+1), while religious rites commence at Maghrib sunset.

The Islamic Association of Niger (AIN)

AIN is the primary representative body for Niger's ulema. On the 29th of each lunar month, observers gather at observation posts across the Sahel and Sahara to watch for the Hilal, reporting findings to the national broadcast center in Niamey.

Agadez and Zinder — Historic Centers of Learning

Agadez served as the capital of the Aïr Sultanate and a major nexus of trans-Saharan trade. Its 16th-century mud minaret still stands as an engineering wonder. Zinder, the former capital, boasts a historic Sultan's Palace and ancient earthen mosques.

Day Transition Dynamics & Timezone

Niger operates on West Africa Time (WAT, UTC+1). Canonical fasting starts at true dawn (Fajr) and concludes at sunset (Maghrib), while digital date displays roll over at midnight.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the Islamic date today in Niger?

The Islamic date today in Niger is calculated live according to the official determinations of the Association Islamique du Niger (Africa/Niamey).

What is the tallest mudbrick minaret in the world?

The minaret of the Grand Mosque of Agadez in northern Niger, constructed in 1515 CE, standing at 27 meters tall.

What percentage of Niger's population is Muslim?

Over 98% to 99% of the population of Niger is Muslim, predominantly Sunni following the Maliki school of jurisprudence.

What was the Sultanate of Damagaram?

The Sultanate of Damagaram, centered in Zinder, was a powerful 18th- and 19th-century state that controlled major trans-Saharan trade routes.

Are Islamic holidays public holidays in Niger?

Yes, Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha (Tabaski), Mawlid, and Lailat al-Qadr are statutory paid public holidays in Niger.

When does the date switch on the site?

At 12:00 AM midnight Niamey time (UTC+1).

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