12th month of Hijri year 1448
Dhul-Hijjah 1448 · ذو الحجة
Dhul-Hijjah is the twelfth and final month of the Hijri year, and the one in which the calendar becomes a journey: millions of pilgrims gather in Mecca for Hajj in its first ten days. In 1448 the pilgrimage is expected to begin on 14 May 2027.
The 9th of the month is the Day of Arafah — the heart of Hajj, and for those not on pilgrimage, a recommended fast described as expiating the sins of the year before and the year after. The 10th brings Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, expected on 16 May 2027.
Showing Umm al-Qura dates (Saudi Arabia's official calendar). Why two methods?
Showing tabular (arithmetic) dates. Why two methods?
Month dates
Tabular: 8 May 2027 – 5 June 2027 (29 days)
Umm al-Qura: 7 May 2027 – 5 June 2027 (30 days)
Calculated ranges — the observed month may start a day earlier or later depending on the moon sighting.
Key dates in Dhul-Hijjah 1448
- Hajj begins (expected): 8 Dhul-Hijjah 1448 — 14 May 2027, the Day of Tarwiyah
- Day of Arafah (expected): 9 Dhul-Hijjah 1448 — 15 May 2027
- Eid al-Adha (expected): 10 Dhul-Hijjah 1448 — 16 May 2027, subject to the moon sighting
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Frequently asked questions
When is Hajj 1448?
Hajj 1448 is expected to begin on 14 May 2027 (8 Dhul-Hijjah, Umm al-Qura calendar), with the Day of Arafah on 15 May. Saudi Arabia confirms the dates by moon sighting.
When is Eid al-Adha 1448?
Eid al-Adha 1448 is expected on 16 May 2027 (10 Dhul-Hijjah). It begins with the Eid prayer and the sacrifice, and runs for three days of celebration.
What happens on the Day of Arafah?
Pilgrims gather on the plain of Arafat from noon until sunset — the Prophet described Hajj itself as Arafah. Those not on Hajj often fast; the fast of Arafah is among the most recommended voluntary fasts of the year.
