Fasting in Makkah
The first fast in Makkah lasts 12h 38m, from 5:37 am to 6:15 pm. As the days lengthen, fasts grow by 31 minutes over the month, ending at 13h 09m. In total, Makkah will fast for about 373 hours this Ramadan.
Makkah is the reference point for much of the Muslim world, and the Umm al-Qura calendar used to set the expected dates is calculated for the city.
The Saudi Supreme Court announces the start after the moon sighting on 29 Sha’ban. If the month begins a day later, use the times by date; the day numbers shift by one.
When does Ramadan 2027 start in Makkah?
Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin in Makkah on Monday 8 February 2027. The Saudi Supreme Court announces the start after the moon sighting on 29 Sha’ban.
What time is Sehri in Makkah on the first day of Ramadan?
Sehri ends at 5:37 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 Makkah on the first day of Ramadan?
Iftar is at 6:15 pm on Monday 8 February 2027, at sunset (Maghrib).
How long is the longest fast in Makkah?
The longest fast is 13h 09m on Monday 8 March and the shortest is 12h 38m on Monday 8 February. Across the month the fasts add up to about 373 hours.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027 in Makkah?
Eid al-Fitr is expected on Tuesday 9 March 2027 or Wednesday 10 March 2027, depending on the moon sighting in Saudi Arabia.
Which calculation method do these times use?
Times are calculated for 21.3891, 39.8579 using Umm al-Qura · Fajr 18.5°, the method most common in Saudi Arabia. Your local mosque may differ by a few minutes.