The expected starting date for Ramadan in the United Kingdom is Thursday, 23 March 2023. This announcement of Ramadan expected starting date in UK 2023 made on the basis of astronomical predictions.
Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide. During Ramadan, Muslims abstain from food and drink from dawn until sunset. They spend more time in prayer and spiritual reflection.
The starting date of Ramadan is determined by the sighting of the new moon, which marks the beginning of the lunar month. This year, the new moon is expected to be visible in the UK on the evening of Wednesday 22 March. It means Ramadan expected starting date in UK is Thursday, 23 March 2023 and Eid on Saturday, 22 April 2023.
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As the UK prepares for the start of Ramadan, Muslims around the world are also getting ready to observe this holy month in their respective countries. The global Muslim community is estimated to be around 1.8 billion people. Ramadan is a unifying force that brings them all together in a shared act of worship and devotion.