{"id":1448,"date":"2024-02-21T13:28:02","date_gmt":"2024-02-21T13:28:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/?p=1448"},"modified":"2024-05-29T22:59:03","modified_gmt":"2024-05-29T21:59:03","slug":"ramadan-2024-uk-start-end-dates-revealed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/en.econostrum.info\/ramadan-2024-uk-start-end-dates-revealed\/","title":{"rendered":"Ramadan 2024 Start and End Dates Revealed for the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ramadan is on the horizon, faster than a shooting star! This is an important event for millions of Muslims in the UK. So, when will Ramadan 2024 start in the UK? Let’s find out.<\/p>\n<h2>When Does Ramadan 2024 Start and End in the UK?<\/h2>\n<p>The official start and end dates for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ukim.org\/ramadan\/ramadan-timetable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ramadan 2024<\/a> have been set: it will begin on <strong>Monday 11 March<\/strong> and end on the evening of <strong>Tuesday 9 April<\/strong>. Nevertheless, depending on the sighting of the new moon, the exact start date may vary. Throughout this period, Muslims in the UK and beyond will fast from sunrise to sunset, immersing themselves in prayer, introspection and community spirit.<\/p>\n<p>Other important calendar dates for Ramadan 2024 include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Monday 11 March – the first day of fasting in Ramadan 2024 (<em>Sawm<\/em>)<\/li>\n<li>Friday, 5 April – <em>Laylat al Qadr<\/em> 2024 (Night of Power)<\/li>\n<li>Wednesday 10 April – <strong><em>Eid al-Fitr<\/em> 2024<\/strong> (Breaking of the Fast)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Preparing for the Religious Period<\/h3>\n<p>As Ramadan approaches, Muslims prepare for a month of spiritual growth. Families stock up on dates, plan early morning <em><strong>Suhoor<\/strong><\/em> <b>(pre-dawn meal) <\/b>feasts and look forward to <em><strong>Iftar<\/strong><\/em> <strong>(evening meal) <\/strong>gatherings at sunset. Communities come together to perform acts of kindness and charity. For many, Ramadan is like a reset of their faith, allowing them to access a whole new level of connection.<\/p>\n<h2>Healthy Tips for Ramadan<\/h2>\n<p>In order to get you started on the right routine, here are some simple recommendations to help you and your family stay healthy and cheerful throughout Ramadan.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Keep yourself hydrated:<\/strong> Drinking plenty of fluids is vital for your body’s health and well-being during the fasting period, and it’s important to drink plenty of water, as well as other refreshing beverages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Replenish your energy:<\/strong> Try to get 6 to 8 hours of sleep a night to keep your body and mind in peak condition.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine foods for <em>Iftar<\/em>:<\/strong> Fill your <em>iftar<\/em> plate with a mix of tasty food such as dates, soup, salad, a main course, fruit and little sweets.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nutrient-rich <em>Suhoor<\/em>:<\/strong> Pick nutrient-rich foods to fuel your day during suhoor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get moving:<\/strong> Take a leisurely stroll or do some light activity during the evening to get the blood flowing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Unhealthy Habits To Avoid During Ramadan<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Control your portions:<\/strong> Don’t overeat during <em>iftar<\/em> and <em>suhoor<\/em>. Stay moderate and light.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Skip the fried foods:<\/strong> Replace fatty foods with healthier alternatives.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don’t skip <em>Suhoor<\/em>:<\/strong> It’s your fuel for the day, so don’t skip <em>suhoor<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Is Ramadan The Same Throughout the UK?<\/h2>\n<p>Absolutely! Muslims in the UK will follow the same Ramadan schedule in 2024, <strong>from 11 March to 9 April<\/strong>. They use the traditional lunar calendar and moon sightings around the world to set these dates. Although the calendar may vary slightly from one corner of the world to another, the British Muslim community is perfectly synchronised for this sacred period.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ramadan is on the horizon, faster than a shooting star! This is an important event for millions of Muslims in the UK. 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