Republic of Korea • Asia/Seoul

Islamic Date Today in South Korea

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Korea Muslim Federation (KMF) Standard. Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Asia/Seoul).

Official KMF National Standard

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

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

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Korea Muslim Federation (KMF) Standard • Day 4 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

오늘: 토요일

이슬람력 1448년 주마다 알 사니 4일

한국이슬람교중앙회 (KMF) 표준

Calendar System Korea Muslim Federation (KMF) Standard

Reference Point Seoul Central Mosque, Itaewon, Seoul

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Korea Muslim Federation (KMF)

Major Cities in South Korea

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

Seoul Seoul Capital Area · National Capital & Historic Seoul Central Mosque

서울

Busan Gyeongsangnam-do · Principal Seaport Metropolis & Al-Fatah Mosque

부산

Incheon Sudogwon · Major Port Metropolis & International Gateway

인천

Daegu Gyeongsangbuk-do · Inland Industrial & Educational Center

대구

Gwangju Jeollanam-do · Southwestern Cultural Metropolis & Gwangju Mosque

광주

Daejeon Chungcheongnam-do · Central Science & Technology Hub

대전

Ulsan Gyeongsangnam-do · Major Southeastern Industrial Hub

울산

Ansan Gyeonggi-do · Multicultural Hub & Multiple Islamic Centers

안산

Key Islamic Events & Dates in South Korea (1448 AH)

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

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

Seoul Central Mosque & KMF Calendar Administration

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in South Korea

The Muslim community in South Korea, numbering over 200,000 citizens and international residents, observes the Islamic calendar under the sole statutory leadership of the **Korea Muslim Federation (KMF - 한국이슬람교)**, established in 1967.

At a Glance: The South Korea Calendar in 3 Key Points

Korea Muslim Federation Sole Authority: KMF at the iconic Seoul Central Mosque in Itaewon manages religious calendars and dates nationwide.
Far East Astronomical Coordination: Coordinates observation data with regional Islamic councils across East and Southeast Asia.
Unified National Practice: All branch mosques in Busan, Gwangju, Jeonju, and Ansan follow the centralized KMF announcement.

The KMF Moon Sighting Committee

Convening at the Seoul Central Mosque on the 29th of each lunar month, the KMF committee reviews sky visibility across the Korean peninsula alongside regional astronomical bulletins.

East Asian Sighting Dynamics

Because the Korean peninsula is located far to the east, nascent crescents often require 24 additional hours before attaining visible elongation, harmonizing dates with regional ASEAN partners.

Day Transition Dynamics

The civil calendar updates at 12:00 AM midnight Korea Standard Time (KST / Asia/Seoul, UTC+9), while religious observance begins at sunset with the Maghrib prayer.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the Islamic date today in South Korea?

Today's date is calculated according to the Korea Muslim Federation (KMF) standard in the Asia/Seoul time zone.

Who declares Ramadan and Eid in South Korea?

The Korea Muslim Federation (KMF) headquartered at the Seoul Central Mosque in Itaewon, Seoul.

Is the date the same in Seoul, Busan, and Incheon?

Yes. All branch mosques and Islamic centers across South Korea follow the central KMF announcement.

When was the Seoul Central Mosque founded?

Seoul Central Mosque opened in 1976 on land donated by the Korean government, becoming the center of Islam in Korea.

What time zone is followed on this page?

Korea Standard Time (KST / Asia/Seoul, UTC+9).

When does the date change in South Korea?

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

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