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Rabi al-Awwal is the third month of the Islamic calendar. Rabi al-Awwal 1448 begins on 15 August to 17 September. It is the birth month of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Rabi al-Awwal 2026 (1448) Calendar

Hijri Date Gregorian Date Day
29-Safar-1448 15-August, 2026 Saturday
1-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 16-August, 2026 Sunday
2-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 17-August, 2026 Monday
3-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 18-August, 2026 Tuesday
4-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 19-August, 2026 Wednesday
5-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 20-August, 2026 Thursday
6-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 21-August, 2026 Friday
7-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 22-August, 2026 Saturday
8-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 23-August, 2026 Sunday
9-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 24-August, 2026 Monday
10-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 25-August, 2026 Tuesday
11-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 26-August, 2026 Wednesday
12-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 27-August, 2026 Thursday
13-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 28-August, 2026 Friday
14-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 29-August, 2026 Saturday
15-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 30-August, 2026 Sunday
16-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 31-August, 2026 Monday
17-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 01-September, 2026 Tuesday
18-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 02-September, 2026 Wednesday
19-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 03-September, 2026 Thursday
20-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 04-September, 2026 Friday
21-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 05-September, 2026 Saturday
22-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 06-September, 2026 Sunday
23-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 07-September, 2026 Monday
24-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 08-September, 2026 Tuesday
25-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 09-September, 2026 Wednesday
26-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 10-September, 2026 Thursday
27-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 11-September, 2026 Friday
28-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 12-September, 2026 Saturday
29-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 13-September, 2026 Sunday
30-Rabi Al Awwal-1448 14-September, 2026 Monday
1-Rabi Al Thani-1448 15-September, 2026 Tuesday
2-Rabi Al Thani-1448 16-September, 2026 Wednesday

About Rabi al-Awwal

Birth of the Prophet ﷺ

Rabi al-Awwal is believed to be the month in which the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was born.

Significance in Seerah

Many key events in the Prophet’s life, including his migration, are linked to this month.

Mawlid Celebrations

Some Muslims commemorate the Prophet’s birth with educational events and gatherings.

Learning Seerah

Muslims focus on learning the life and teachings of the Prophet ﷺ during this month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rabi al-Awwal

What is Mawlid an-Nabi?

Mawlid an-Nabi is the observance of the birth of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), traditionally celebrated on the 12th day of Rabi al-Awwal by Muslims around the world.
Rabi al-Awwal is the third month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The dates vary each year based on lunar calculations.
Muslims celebrate by increasing prayers, reciting the Quran, studying the life of Prophet Muhammad, attending special gatherings, and engaging in charitable activities.
Rabi al-Awwal means 'the first spring' in Arabic, symbolizing renewal and growth in the Islamic calendar.
Muslims honor the Prophet by following his teachings (Sunnah), sending blessings upon him, studying his biography (Seerah), and emulating his noble character.
Studying the Prophet's biography helps Muslims understand his teachings, character, and examples to follow in their daily lives, making it especially meaningful during his birth month.