Ramadan 2026: Fasting hours, suhoor and iftar times around the world

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Mohammed HaddadFebruary 15, 2026 at 10:45 AM
Ramadan 2026: Fasting hours, suhoor and iftar times around the world

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In 2026, the Muslim holy month of Ramadan is expected to begin on February 18 or 19, depending on the lunar sighting. Muslims worldwide will fast from dawn to dusk, abstaining from food, drink, and other physical needs to increase their consciousness of God. The length of the daily fast will vary from approximately 11.5 to 15.5 hours depending on the geographic location. As the Islamic calendar is lunar-based, Ramadan shifts approximately 10-12 days earlier each year. For those in the Northern Hemisphere, fasting hours will be shorter this year, decreasing until 2031, while those south of the equator will experience longer fasting periods. Due to the difference between the lunar and solar calendars, Ramadan will occur twice in 2030.

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