Ramadan and Eid al Fitr Dates in UAE 2024 (9-day Holiday)
Get ready to plan your vacations because a UAE astronomer has just unveiled the anticipated dates for Ramadan and Eid al Fitr in 2024.
Ramadan 2024
In less than six months, on Monday, March 11, 2024, the holy month of Ramadan is set to begin, according to astronomical calculations. It’s time to prepare for a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.
Eid al Fitr 2024
If you’re curious about your days off for Eid al Fitr, gear up for a break from Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 3 on the Islamic Calendar. This translates to Monday, April 8, to Friday, April 12, in the Gregorian calendar.
For those lucky enough to enjoy a Saturday and Sunday weekend, get excited for a nine-day break, with work resuming on Monday, April 15, if all goes as predicted.
In case the crescent moon isn’t spotted and Ramadan extends to 30 days, Eid al Fitr will still provide a delightful seven-day break, spanning from Tuesday, April 8, to Friday, April 12.
Lunar Calendar Confirmation
Due to the Islamic Calendar’s lunar nature, these dates need confirmation closer to the time from UAE officials. The sighting of the moon in a specific phase will align these dates with the traditional Gregorian calendar.
What is Eid al Fitr?
Eid al Fitr, also known as the ‘Festival of Breaking the Fast,’ marks the end of Ramadan. It’s one of the two official holidays celebrated in Islam and is observed globally by Muslims. Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a period of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Fasting, a fundamental pillar of Islam, is observed during this sacred month as a means of spiritual purification.
Looking Ahead to Public Holidays
With no more public holidays in 2023, the next one for UAE residents is New Year’s Day on Monday, January 1, 2024. Following that, Eid al Fitr is expected to be the next big break, offering a potential nine days off from work.
While astronomers predict Ramadan starting on Monday, March 11, 2024, Eid al Fitr is anticipated to fall on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. The UAE government has shared preliminary holiday dates for Eid al Fitr in 2024, but official confirmation will come closer to the time through moon sightings.
So, mark your calendars, start planning those holidays, and get ready for a well-deserved break! Eid 2024 is just around the corner.