Fasting in Melbourne
The first fast in Melbourne lasts 15h 25m, from 5:02 am to 8:27 pm. As the days shorten, fasts get 74 minutes shorter over the month, ending at 14h 11m. In total, Melbourne will fast for about 429 hours this Ramadan.
On the first day, the fast in Melbourne is 167 minutes longer than in Makkah.
The Australian National Imams Council announces the start each year. If the month begins a day later, use the times by date; the day numbers shift by one.
When does Ramadan 2027 start in Melbourne?
Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin in Melbourne on Monday 8 February 2027 or Tuesday 9 February 2027. The Australian National Imams Council announces the start each year.
What time is Sehri in Melbourne on the first day of Ramadan?
Sehri ends at 5:02 am on Monday 8 February 2027, when Fajr begins. Many people stop eating a few minutes earlier to be safe.
What time is Iftar in Melbourne on the first day of Ramadan?
Iftar is at 8:27 pm on Monday 8 February 2027, at sunset (Maghrib).
How long is the longest fast in Melbourne?
The longest fast is 15h 25m on Monday 8 February and the shortest is 14h 11m on Monday 8 March. Across the month the fasts add up to about 429 hours.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027 in Melbourne?
Eid al-Fitr is expected on Tuesday 9 March 2027 or Wednesday 10 March 2027, depending on the moon sighting in Australia.
Which calculation method do these times use?
Times are calculated for -37.8136, 144.9631 using Muslim World League · Fajr 18°, the method most common in Australia. Your local mosque may differ by a few minutes.