The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, which is 11 days shorter than your boring solar Gregorian one. That’s why Eid seems to creep up earlier every year, like a ninja in a party hat.
In 2026, Ramadan will start around February 28, so you’ll be fasting through early spring. That means shorter fasting days than summer’s marathon sessions—your stomach will thank the moon for that mercy.
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Surprising Fact: The Moon Sighting Debate Has a Long History
Did you know that in medieval Baghdad, astronomers would climb minarets with giant wooden sighting tubes to spot the crescent? Today, we argue over blurry photos on WhatsApp groups. Progress is beautiful.
Some countries just announce Eid in advance using math—looking at you, Saudi Arabia—while others like India and Pakistan insist on naked-eye observation, even if clouds ruin the party. The result? you could be celebrating alone while your neighbor is still fasting. Awkward.
