Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela • America/Caracas

Islamic Date Today in Venezuela

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Centro Islámico de Caracas Standard. Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (America/Caracas).

Estándar Oficial Centro Islámico de Caracas

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

America/Caracas • Midnight Rollover (12:00 AM)

Friday, November 13, 2026

3 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Centro Islámico de Caracas Standard • Day 3 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

Hoy: Viernes

3 de Jumada al-Thani de 1448 H

Estándar Oficial Centro Islámico de Caracas

Calendar System Centro Islámico de Caracas Standard

Reference Point Mezquita Ibrahim Al-Ibrahim (Caracas, Highest Minaret in Americas, 113m)

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body Centro Islámico de Caracas & Mezquita Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Ibrahim

Major Cities & Regions in Venezuela

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

Caracas Capital District · National Capital & Mezquita Ibrahim Al-Ibrahim (113m Minaret)

Caracas

Maracaibo Zulia State · Oil Metropolis on Lake Maracaibo & Mezquita de Maracaibo

Maracaibo

Valencia Carabobo State · Industrial Center & Centro Islámico de Valencia

Valencia

Barquisimeto Lara State · Musical Capital & Centro Islámico de Barquisimeto

Barquisimeto

Punto Fijo Falcón State · Paraguaná Peninsula & Active Arab Merchant Community

Punto Fijo

Puerto La Cruz Anzoátegui · Caribbean Port & Mezquita de Puerto La Cruz

Puerto La Cruz

Margarita Island (Porlamar) Nueva Esparta · Caribbean Island & Historic Arab Center

Margarita Island (Porlamar)

Maracay Aragua State · Garden City & Centro Cultural Islámico

Maracay

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Venezuela (1448 AH)

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

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

Tallest Minaret in the Americas (113m) & Caracas Mosque

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Venezuela

With over 120,000 Muslims representing historic Palestinian, Lebanese, and Syrian diaspora communities, Venezuela observes its calendar through the **Centro Islámico de Caracas**, centered at the iconic Mezquita Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Ibrahim featuring the **tallest minaret in the Western Hemisphere** (113 meters / 371 feet).

At a Glance: The Venezuela Calendar in 3 Key Points

Tallest Minaret in the Americas (113 meters): Mezquita Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Ibrahim in Caracas is the second-largest mosque in Latin America, dominating the capital skyline.
Historic Island and Continental Centers: Substantial Muslim communities thrive in Caracas, Maracaibo, Valencia, and on Margarita Island (Porlamar).
Caribbean Coastal Sighting Advantage: Over 2,800 kilometers of northern Caribbean coastline provide unobstructed oceanic horizons.

The Caracas Mosque Sighting Assembly

On the 29th evening of each lunar month, the Council of Imams gathers at the Ibrahim Al-Ibrahim Mosque in Caracas. Observation teams on the Caribbean coast at La Guaira and Puerto La Cruz report sightings before the official announcement is declared.

Tropical Coastal Horizon Geometry

Situated between 0° and 12°N, Venezuela enjoys excellent western horizon viewing over the Caribbean Sea, where the setting crescent moon is clearly visible against the evening glow.

Day Transition Dynamics & Caracas Midnight Synchronization

The civil calendar updates at 12:00 AM midnight Venezuela Time (VET, America/Caracas, UTC-4), while religious observance begins at sunset with the Maghrib prayer.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the Islamic date today in Venezuela?

Today's date is calculated according to the Centro Islámico de Caracas standard in the America/Caracas time zone.

Where is the tallest minaret in the Americas?

At the Mezquita Sheikh Ibrahim Al-Ibrahim in Caracas, Venezuela, standing 113 meters (371 feet) tall.

What time zone is followed on this page?

Venezuela Time (VET, America/Caracas, UTC-4).

When does the date change in Venezuela?

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

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