United Arab Emirates • Asia/Dubai

Islamic Date Today in United Arab Emirates

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official UAE Official Islamic Calendar (AWQAF Standard). Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Asia/Dubai).

Official UAE AWQAF Standard

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

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

Saturday, November 14, 2026

4 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

UAE Official Islamic Calendar (AWQAF Standard) • Day 4 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

اليوم: السبت

٤ جُمَادَى الآخِرَة ١٤٤٨ هـ

المعيار الرسمي المعتمد

Calendar System UAE Official Islamic Calendar (AWQAF Standard)

Reference Point Abu Dhabi & Al Ain Astronomical Observatories

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body UAE Moon Sighting Committee (Awqaf & Judicial Dept)

Major Cities in United Arab Emirates

All regions across United Arab Emirates observe the official national Hijri date shown above:

Dubai Emirate of Dubai · Global Commercial Hub

دبي

Abu Dhabi Emirate of Abu Dhabi · National Capital

أبو ظبي

Sharjah Emirate of Sharjah · UNESCO Cultural Capital

الشارقة

Al Ain Abu Dhabi · Historic Garden City

العين

Ajman Emirate of Ajman · Arabian Gulf Coast

عجمان

Ras Al Khaimah Emirate of RAK · Hajar Mountains Gateway

رأس الخيمة

Fujairah Emirate of Fujairah · Gulf of Oman Port

الفجيرة

Umm Al Quwain Emirate of UAQ · Northern Emirates

أم القيوين

Khor Fakkan Sharjah Enclave · East Coast Harbor

خورفكان

Kalba Sharjah Enclave · Coastal Mangrove Oasis

كلباء

Key Islamic Events & Dates in United Arab Emirates (1448 AH)

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

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

National Moon Sighting & Lunar Calendar

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in the United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates utilizes an integrated Islamic calendar overseen by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments (AWQAF). Combining precise celestial calculations with rigorous physical crescent verification, the UAE ensures unified religious dates across all seven emirates.

At a Glance: The United Arab Emirates Calendar in 3 Key Points

Unified Federal Calendar: Issued by AWQAF in Abu Dhabi, establishing consistent Hijri dates across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and all northern emirates.
Judicial Moon Sighting Committee: Convened by the Ministry of Justice, bringing together Sharia jurists and UAE astronomical societies on the 29th of each lunar month.
Gulf Regional Coordination: The UAE coordinates closely with neighboring GCC member states, harmonizing declarations for major milestones like Ramadan and Eid.

The UAE Moon Sighting Committee Structure

Under the chairmanship of the Minister of Justice, the national committee convenes at the Judicial Department headquarters in Abu Dhabi. Specialized observation teams deploy to desert observatories in Jebel Hafeet, Al Dhafra, and the Hajar Mountains equipped with high-powered telescopes and digital CCD sensors.

Astronomical Calculations & Sharia Verification

The International Astronomical Center (IAC) in Abu Dhabi provides technical data on crescent birth (conjunction), moon altitude, and angular separation. While calculations provide the daily administrative baseline, religious declaration for sacred months requires verified witness testimonies.

Day Transition Dynamics

Religiously, the new Islamic day begins at Maghrib sunset across the emirates. For civil documentation and digital synchronization, the calendar date flips at 12:00 AM midnight Gulf Standard Time (GST / Asia/Dubai, UTC+4).

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding the Islamic calendar, time zones, and moon sightings in United Arab Emirates.

What is the Islamic date today in the UAE?

Today's Islamic date is calculated under the official UAE General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments (AWQAF) standard in the Asia/Dubai time zone.

Is the Hijri date identical across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah?

Yes. A single federal Islamic calendar applies uniformly across all seven emirates.

Who decides the start of Ramadan and Eid in the UAE?

The UAE Moon Sighting Committee, chaired by the Minister of Justice alongside AWQAF and astronomers from the International Astronomical Center.

Does the UAE always match Saudi Arabia's Islamic date?

In most lunar months, the UAE and Saudi Arabia observe identical dates due to their close geographical proximity and shared GCC crescent visibility window.

What time zone is used for this page?

Gulf Standard Time (GST / Asia/Dubai, UTC+4).

When does the date flip in the UAE?

The civil calendar updates at 12:00 AM midnight GST, while the religious Islamic date starts at Maghrib sunset.

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