Republic of Turkey • Europe/Istanbul

Islamic Date Today in Turkey

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Diyanet Hicri Takvimi (Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı). Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Europe/Istanbul).

Verified Diyanet Calendar

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

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

Sunday, November 15, 2026

5 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Diyanet Hicri Takvimi (Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı) • Day 5 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

Bugün: Pazar

5 Cemaziyelahir 1448 H.

Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı Takvimi

Calendar System Diyanet Hicri Takvimi (Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı)

Reference Point Ankara & Istanbul Observatories

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet)

Major Cities in Turkey

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

Istanbul Marmara Region · Historic Imperial Capital & Hagia Sophia

İstanbul

Ankara Central Anatolia · National Capital & Kocatepe Mosque

Ankara

Izmir Aegean Region · Coastal Port Metropolis

İzmir

Bursa Marmara Region · First Ottoman Capital & Grand Mosque

Bursa

Antalya Mediterranean Region · Coastal Turquoise Riviera Hub

Antalya

Konya Central Anatolia · Historic Seljuk Capital & Rumi Shrine

Konya

Gaziantep Southeastern Anatolia · Historic Culinary & Cultural Metropolis

Gaziantep

Trabzon Black Sea Region · Historic Coastal Center

Trabzon

Diyarbakir Southeastern Anatolia · Ancient Basalt Fortress City

Diyarbakır

Adana Mediterranean Region · Seyhan River Agricultural Hub

Adana

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Turkey (1448 AH)

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

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

Scientific Astronomical Calculation Standard

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Turkey

The Republic of Turkey utilizes an advanced, scientifically calculated Islamic calendar published by the **Presidency of Religious Affairs** (Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı). Guided by the historic 1978 Istanbul International Lunar Calendar Conference, Turkey's calendar provides public precision years in advance.

At a Glance: The Turkey Calendar in 3 Key Points

Scientific Calculation (Hisab): Diyanet determines the start of each lunar month when the crescent moon reaches an altitude of $\ge 5^\circ$ and elongation of $\ge 8^\circ$ anywhere on earth after conjunction.
Global Unified Vision: Turkey adheres to the principle of single sighting (Ittihad al-Mataali), meaning if the crescent is visible anywhere across the globe before local midnight, the new month begins.
Predictable Multi-Year Schedules: Unlike physical observation committees that convene on the 29th night, Turkey publishes its complete religious calendar and Eid dates years in advance.

The Diyanet Astronomical Criteria

Diyanet works in close collaboration with the Kandilli Observatory of Boğaziçi University in Istanbul and TÜBİTAK. Calculations compute the exact moment of moonset after sunset, ensuring compliance with classical Islamic legal rulings on crescent visibility.

The 1978 Istanbul International Consensus

Turkey's methodology stems from the historic 1978 conference attended by international Islamic scholars and astronomers, establishing mathematical criteria that eliminate visual ambiguity while respecting sharia principles.

Day Transition Dynamics

The civil calendar updates at 12:00 AM midnight Turkey Time (TRT / Europe/Istanbul, UTC+3), 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 Turkey.

What is the Islamic date today in Turkey?

Today's date is calculated according to the official Diyanet calendar standard in the Europe/Istanbul time zone.

Why does Turkey sometimes celebrate Eid before other countries?

Turkey follows astronomical calculation (Hisab) based on global crescent visibility (Ittihad al-Mataali), meaning if the crescent is visible anywhere in the world after sunset, the month begins in Turkey.

Who manages the Islamic calendar in Turkey?

The Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı), collaborating with the Kandilli Observatory.

Is the date the same in Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir?

Yes. A uniform calendar applies across all 81 provinces of Turkey.

What time zone is followed on this page?

Turkey Time (TRT / Europe/Istanbul, UTC+3).

When does the date change in Turkey?

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

Looking for another country?

Check live, verified Hijri dates for 195+ countries across Asia, Europe, Africa, Americas & Oceania.

Back to Islamic Date Today (Main Page)