The blessed month of Ramaḍān is once again approaching—a time when Muslims around the world prepare their hearts and minds for a month of fasting, worship, and drawing closer to Allāh. This year, Ramaḍān 1446 AH (2025) brings a rare moment of unity, as multiple countries are expected to begin fasting on the same day due to an extraordinary alignment in moon sighting. This year is particularly unique, as the entire month of Ramaḍān aligns seamlessly with the Gregorian month of March, providing a straightforward timeline for observance.

In the Islamic calendar, months begin with the sighting of the crescent moon (hilāl), and traditionally, scholars and committees across the world observe the skies on the 29th of Sha‘bān. If the moon is sighted, Ramaḍān begins the next day; if not, Sha‘bān completes 30 days, and fasting starts a day later. This natural variation often leads to regional differences, but in 2025, many Muslim-majority nations—including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, and Egypt—are expected to search for the moon on the same night: 28th February 2025. If confirmed, Ramaḍān will likely commence on 1st March, creating a unique sense of global unity as the Ummah embarks on this sacred journey together.

Meanwhile in the UK, the onset of Ramaḍān brings specific considerations for the Muslim community. With the beginning of spring, the weather in March remains relatively cool. Average temperatures range between 4°C and 10°C, and as such, those conditions can be advantageous for fasting. Moreover, the fasting hours will be relatively balanced with the initial Suhoor end time being starting from 5am, and with Iftār starting as early 6pm, making it easier to fast while keeping the feelings of thirst and fatigue at bay.

Fasting from dawn to sunset is not just an act of self-discipline but a means of strengthening one’s connection with Allāh, increasing in Ṣalāh (prayer), Qur’ān recitation, and charity. It is during this month that Laylatul-Qadr (the Night of Decree) occurs, a night described as "better than a thousand months" (Al-Qadr 97:3), where the rewards of worship are multiplied beyond imagination.

Beyond its astronomical significance, Ramaḍān was the time where the Prophet ﷺ was known to be the most generous of people, and his generosity increased during that month. It is a time when Muslims are encouraged to give in charity (Ṣadaqah) and support those in need. With the recent ceasefire agreements in Gaza, now is a vital time for Muslims to donate towards rebuilding efforts and providing humanitarian aid to those affected by the devastation. Contributing to food, medical care, and shelter for displaced families is an opportunity to gain immense reward, as the Prophet ﷺ said: "The best charity is that given in Ramaḍān." (Tirmidhī)

Likewise, this year The Quran Hub is launching a special two-part campaign to provide Islamic education to fostered children in non-Muslim homes, who often have limited access to Quranic and Islamic studies, as well as raising funds to support the rebuilding of schools in Gaza, offering essential educational resources to children in need. You can contribute to these noble causes with donations starting from as little as £1 per day. To automate your daily contributions, especially during the last ten nights of Ramadan, please visit our campaign page: Teamquranhub

May Allāh bless us with the ability to fast sincerely, worship wholeheartedly, and emerge from this Ramaḍān spiritually renewed. May He accept our deeds, forgive our sins, and grant ease to those facing hardship, especially our brothers and sisters in Gaza and around the world. Āmeen.