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Sunday, 6 June 20271 Muharram 1449 AHExpected — confirmed after the moon sightingTotal: 205 days
Islamic New Year 1449
Islamic New Year 1449 is expected on Sunday, 6 June 2027 according to the Umm al-Qura calendar. The final date is confirmed after the official moon-sighting announcement.
The Islamic New Year is the first day of Muharram, and its start depends on sighting the Muharram crescent.
| Gregorian date | Sunday, 6 June 2027 |
|---|---|
| Hijri date | 1 Muharram 1449 AH |
| Status | Expected — confirmed after the moon sighting |
| Source | Umm al-Qura calendar |
The date can shift by one day depending on the moon-sighting announcement. We update this page as soon as the official announcement is made.
Frequently asked questions
When is Islamic New Year 2027?
Islamic New Year 1449 is expected on Sunday, 6 June 2027 according to the Umm al-Qura calendar. The final date is confirmed after the official moon-sighting announcement.
Can the date differ between countries?
Yes, it can differ by one day between countries because of differences in how the crescent moon is sighted and announced.
Where does the date come from?
We calculate the expected date from the Umm al-Qura calendar and update the page when the official announcement is made.