Islamic New Year

Islamic New Year is expected to begin on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 (Hijri: 1 Muharram 1448). Dates may vary by moon sighting.

There are 74 days until Islamic New Year.

It has been 281 days since Islamic New Year started.

Islamic New Year is the first month of the Hijri year. If someone congratulates you for the new year, you may reply, but it is better not to initiate such greetings.

Islamic New Year is observed on 1 Muharram 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.

Islamic New Year is observed on 1 Muharram every Hijri year.