When is Ramadan in 2012?

Ramadan in 2012 will begin on Saturday, July 21 and will continue for 30 days until the end of Ramadan on Sunday, August 19.

What is Ramadan?

Ramadan corresponds with the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. Many Muslims fast during the Ramadan's daylight hours, and prayer is common during the month of Ramadan. It is believed that the first verses of the Koran, or Qu'ran, were revealed to the Prophet Muhammad during Ramadan.