Running out of dates halfway through Ramadan is a common problem, and so is buying far too much. Here is a simple way to work out the right amount.
The basic rule
Most people eat 2–3 dates at iftar and some add 1–2 at suhoor. Date sizes vary a lot, so the number of dates per kilogram matters:
| Variety | Approx. dates per kg |
|---|---|
| Medjool (large) | 40–60 |
| Amber, Mabroom | 70–90 |
| Sukkari, Sagai, Safawi | 80–110 |
| Ajwa (small) | 100–130 |
Counts are approximate and change with each harvest and size grade.
Family of four, 30 days
4 people × 3 dates × 30 days = 360 dates. That is about 3–3.5 kg of Ajwa or Safawi, or 6–7 kg of Medjool. Add 1–2 kg if you host guests or send dates to neighbours.
Office iftar
For 50 staff with 3 dates each per day over 20 working days: 3,000 dates, about 30 kg of a medium date such as Sukkari. At this size you qualify for our wholesale pricing from 30 kg – contact customer care for a quote.
Mosque or community iftar
For 200 people a night, plan about 600 dates (6–7 kg) per evening, or roughly 180–200 kg for the month. Order in stages to keep the dates fresh and store them cold.
Save on bigger quantities
- 5 kg packs are 10% cheaper per kg than 1 kg packs.
- Combo packs of raw dates are 5% cheaper than buying the same dates separately – see Date Combos.
- 30 kg and above: special wholesale pricing through customer care (online@tamooriya.com, +971 54 288 5566).
Keep them fresh all month
Our dates are from the 2026 harvest and are cold-stored below 5°C until dispatch. At home, keep them airtight in the fridge and take out a few days' supply at a time. See how to store dates.
Still unsure? Start with our guide to the best dates for Ramadan 2027.
