Fasting in Riyadh
The first fast in Riyadh lasts 12h 32m, from 5:12 am to 5:44 pm. As the days lengthen, fasts grow by 36 minutes over the month, ending at 13h 08m. In total, Riyadh will fast for about 372 hours this Ramadan.
On the first day, the fast in Riyadh is 6 minutes shorter than in Makkah.
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 Riyadh?
Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin in Riyadh 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 Riyadh on the first day of Ramadan?
Sehri ends at 5:12 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 Riyadh on the first day of Ramadan?
Iftar is at 5:44 pm on Monday 8 February 2027, at sunset (Maghrib).
How long is the longest fast in Riyadh?
The longest fast is 13h 08m on Monday 8 March and the shortest is 12h 32m on Monday 8 February. Across the month the fasts add up to about 372 hours.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027 in Riyadh?
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 24.7136, 46.6753 using Umm al-Qura · Fajr 18.5°, the method most common in Saudi Arabia. Your local mosque may differ by a few minutes.