Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, and it is a time of fasting, prayer, and reflection. The start of Ramadan is determined by the sighting of the new moon, and it can vary from year to year. In 2025, Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of Tuesday, March 22nd and end on the evening of Wednesday, April 22nd.
During Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. They also refrain from smoking, drinking, and engaging in sexual activity. The fast is intended to help Muslims focus on their spiritual development and to draw closer to God.