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Ramadan 2025 dates in Egypt

Ramadan in Egypt began on Saturday 1 March 2025 and will end on Sunday, 30 March 2025, lasting for approximately 30 days.

Moon sighting

The observation of the moon for Ramadan 2025 occurred on the 29th day of Shaban 1446 AH, (28 February 2025). The date of moon sighting for Ramadan 2025 can differ from country to country, as the commencement of the month of Shaban does not synchronize globally.

The arrival of Ramadan has always been associated with a certain amount of mystique and contemplation. The exact date of the month’s beginning is traditionally determined by religious scholars or authorities under the cover of night as they seek to observe certain sightings related to the appearance and cycle of the moon.

Ramadan 2025 calendar for Egypt

With Ramadan already underway, keeping track of fasting hours is essential for both residents and visitors in Egypt. As the days progress, Suhoor and Iftar timings slightly shift, with variations between cities like Cairo, Alexandria, and Luxor. Knowing these timings helps in planning meals and prayers accordingly.

Additionally, the initial days of fasting in the holy month of Ramadan have seen Egyptians fast for a little over 14 hours. The fasting hours gradually increase over the days, reaching approximately 15 hours at the end of the Holy Month.

Ramadan celebration in Egypt

Throughout the ages, Egyptians have been preparing for the holy month by purchasing goods and foods associated with Ramadan. Such items include yamish (dates, licorice and other dried fruit), lanterns and other decorative tools that will eventually be suspended in the streets, roads, and on the facades of houses.

Indeed, perhaps nothing characterizes Ramadan festivities in Egypt more so than the traditional Egyptian lanterns. These lanterns are made from local materials that are famous for the decorations of Islamic Egypt. Owners of shops and hotels welcome the various types of colored glasses to be placed on the facades of their buildings and balconies. The smaller ones are delicately suspended with wires between the narrow but colorful streets.

Shortly before Ramadan begins, children start collecting sums from neighbors and relatives for the purpose of acquiring various Ramadan decorations and, with the help of adults, hanging them between buildings and homes. These paper decorations complement the flashy light bulbs and lanterns lighting the various streets perfectly, and on the night of vision, Cairo turns into a demonstration of joy, happiness and generosity.

Ramadan rules

Like in practically all Muslim countries, work and school hours are cut short during Ramadan. Hotels remain open, as do restaurants within their grounds. All other restaurants are mostly closed during the day, with some closed for dine-in only.

As there are plenty of options to have your meal or drink during the day, please do so in private or within the above establishments. Public display of eating and/or smoking is highly frowned upon and should be avoided. Most offices and workplaces also have separate areas for those wishing to dine and wine during work hours.

Women must also dress modestly and conservatively. Shoulders, necklines and knees are expected to be hidden from view during Ramadan.