Hilal sighting in Malaysia
Dates for 1 Ramadan, 1 Shawwal, and 1 Muharram are set via official hilal sighting — not via the prayer timetable. Imsak and Maghrib still follow your JAKIM zone on the announced date.
Does the prayer timetable set 1 Ramadan?
No. Malaysia sets Hijri month starts through hilal sighting (rukyah). JAKIM coordinates announcements for Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, Maal Hijrah, and Eid al-Adha. The e-Solat timetable is then updated.
- State religious offices sight after Maghrib on the appointed evening.
- The decision is announced — new month tomorrow or 30 days completed.
- e-Solat follows the official ruling.
After the announcement, which zone's Maghrib do I use?
The JAKIM zone where you are. Hijri dates and prayer times serve different purposes. References: islam.gov.my and e-solat.gov.my.
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Frequently asked questions about Malaysian prayer times
- Why does Ramadan differ between countries?
- Each country confirms hilal by its own method and location — follow Malaysia's announcement if you are here.
- Can I fast before the announcement?
- Follow local practice and JAKIM's official decision — do not assume dates without confirmation.
- Where to check hilal results?
- JAKIM portal, official media, and your state religious department.
Educational summary — verify with JAKIM/i-Fiqh for authoritative rulings.
Times here are matched from JAKIM e-Solat. This is not an official government site. If anything differs, check e-solat.gov.my or ask your mosque imam.