Fitr. Here’s what we know about the start of Ramadan and how its observed across the world. The start of the month traditionally depends on the sighting of the crescent moon. This year, the first day of Ramadan is expected to be on or around February 18 or 19.

It seems like many Muslims across the world are set to begin Ramadan on different days again following Saudi Arabia's most recent announcement that the holy month begins on Wednesday (February 18).

Indonesia has officially announced that the holy month of Ramadan will begin on Thursday, February 19, 2026, after the crescent moon marking the start of the month was not sighted.