Day of Arafah

Day of Arafah is expected to begin on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 (Hijri: 9 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447). Dates may vary by moon sighting.

There are 52 days until Day of Arafah.

It has been 303 days since Day of Arafah started.

Day of Arafah (9th Dhu al-Hijjah) is the most significant day of Hajj, where pilgrims gather on the plain of Arafat. For non-pilgrims, fasting this day is highly meritorious as it expiates sins of the past and upcoming year.

Day of Arafah is observed on 9 Dhu al-Hijjah every Hijri year.

Islamic holidays are determined according to the Hijri lunar calendar. The beginning of each month is traditionally confirmed by the visual sighting of the new crescent moon (hilal) after sunset. Consequently, dates can vary by a day between different regions depending on visibility conditions and geographic location.

Not always. Moon sighting can differ by location, so the date can differ by a day. You can use the Hijri date adjustment setting in this app to align with your local calendar.

Day of Arafah is observed on 9 Dhu al-Hijjah every Hijri year.