The holy month of Ramadan 1447 AH is just days away, and Pakistan is buzzing with anticipation! According to the latest forecasts from the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the crescent moon (Hilal) for Ramadan is highly likely to be sighted on the evening of Wednesday, February 18, 2026 — thanks to favorable clear or partly cloudy skies across most regions.
This means the first day of fasting (Pehla Roza) in Pakistan will almost certainly fall on Thursday, February 19, 2026, pending the official announcement from the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee. The new moon is astronomically born on February 17 at around 5:01 PM PKT, setting the stage for this exciting possibility.
The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee will hold its crucial meeting on the 29th of Sha’ban to review nationwide sighting reports from zonal committees and clerics. While some global calendars suggest slight variations (with Saudi or calculated dates potentially starting a day earlier), Pakistan traditionally follows its local moon sighting — and all signs point to February 19 as the big day!
Get ready for Sehri, Iftar, Taraweeh prayers, and spiritual renewal — Ramadan 2026 is about to bring blessings to millions in Pakistan! Stay tuned for the official confirmation in the coming days.
