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Islamic New Year
Sudan

Islamic New Year 2026 and 2027 in Sudan

Islamic New Year (Awal Muharram) is a public holiday in Sudan. The first day of the first month of the Islamic Calendar corresponds to the day in C.E. 622 when Muhammad took flight from Mecca to Medina.

In 2026, Islamic New Year falls on Tuesday 16 June. The holiday will be on Sunday 6 June in 2027.

YearDateDayHoliday
202616 JunTueIslamic New Year
20276 JunSunIslamic New Year
Please scroll down to end of page for previous years' dates.

Around 97 percent of Sudan’s people are Muslims, and most of these are Sunni and follow Sufi traditions. Upon the sighting of the crescent moon, the new month and new year is officially declared each year by the moon-sighting committee.

The month of Muharram is considered a holy month. It is a time to fast, pray, recite Koranic verses, spend time at the local mosque, avoid all fighting, and be extra careful to avoid sins.

Previous Years

YearDateDayHoliday
202526 JunThuIslamic New Year
20247 JulSunIslamic New Year