Dhu Al-Qi'dah - Timing

Timing

The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, and months begin when the first crescent of a new moon is sighted. Since the Islamic lunar calendar year is 11 to 12 days shorter than the solar year, Dhu al-Qa'dah migrates throughout the seasons. For example, some estimated start and end dates for Dhu al-Qa'dah are as follows:

• 1426 AH – First day: December 2, 2005; last day: December 31, 2005
• 1427 AH – First day: November 22, 2006; last day: December 21, 2006
• 1428 AH – First day: November 11, 2007; last day: December 10, 2007
• 1429 AH – First day: October 31, 2008; last day: November 29, 2008