Islamic New Year 2029
1 Muharram marks the start of the Hijri year, counted from the Prophet's ﷺ migration from Makkah to Madinah.
Expected date
14 May 2029
Monday
1 Muharram 1451 AH · 01/01/1451
Muharram is the 1st month
By country
- Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Egypt, Turkey, UK, USA: Monday, 14 May 2029
- Pakistan, India, Bangladesh (usually): Monday, 14 May 2029 or Tuesday, 15 May 2029
Expected dates. Follow the official moon sighting announcement in your country.
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Frequently asked questions
›When is Islamic New Year 2029?
Islamic New Year 2029 is expected on Monday, 14 May 2029 (1 Muharram 1451 AH) according to the Umm al-Qura calendar.
›When is Islamic New Year 2029 in Pakistan and India?
Pakistan, India and Bangladesh often begin Islamic months one day after Saudi Arabia, so Islamic New Year there may fall on Tuesday, 15 May 2029. The final date depends on the official moon sighting.