Ramadan 2026: Expected Sehri and Iftar Timings for Pakistan (Fiqa Hanafi & Jafria), As the holy month of Ramadan 1447 AH approaches, Muslims across Pakistan are preparing for a month of fasting, prayers, and spiritual reflection. Based on astronomical calculations, Ramadan 2026 is expected to begin on the evening of February 18 or 19, 2026, with the first fast likely falling on Friday, February 20, 2026.
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To help our readers plan their spiritual journey, we have compiled the expected timings for Sehri (Suhoor) and Iftar for major cities, including the specific adjustments for both Fiqa Hanafi and Fiqa Jafria.
Ramadan 2026 Calendar (Expected Timings – Islamabad/Rawalpindi)
The timings below are based on the start of the month. Please note that timings shift by 1-2 minutes daily as the days get longer.
| Fast (Roza) | Date (Expected) | Sehri (Hanafi) | Iftar (Hanafi) | Sehri (Jafria) | Iftar (Jafria) |
| 1st Ramadan | Feb 20, 2026 | 05:24 AM | 06:02 PM | 05:14 AM | 06:12 PM |
| 10th Ramadan | Mar 1, 2026 | 05:12 AM | 06:10 PM | 05:02 AM | 06:20 PM |
| 20th Ramadan | Mar 11, 2026 | 04:58 AM | 06:18 PM | 04:48 AM | 06:28 PM |
| 30th Ramadan | Mar 21, 2026 | 04:44 AM | 06:26 PM | 04:34 AM | 06:36 PM |
Note: Fiqa Jafria (Shia) timings generally observe Sehri 10 minutes earlier and Iftar 10 minutes later than Fiqa Hanafi (Sunni) timings.
Key Differences in Timings
While the essence of fasting is the same, there are slight variations in the calculation of dawn and dusk between the two major schools of thought in Pakistan:
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Fiqa Hanafi (Sunni): Fasting begins at Subh-e-Sadiq (true dawn) and ends at sunset (Ghurub).
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Fiqa Jafria (Shia): For extra precaution (Ihtiyat), Sehri ends slightly earlier, and Iftar begins once the redness of the eastern sky disappears after sunset.
How to Prepare for Ramadan 2026
With Ramadan falling in the late winter/early spring of 2026, the weather in Pakistan is expected to be pleasant. Health experts recommend:
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Hydration: Drink plenty of water between Iftar and Sehri.
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Nutrition: Include fiber-rich foods like dates, oats, and fruits to maintain energy levels.
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Digital Tools: Use mobile apps or local mosque calendars for exact city-to-city minute variations (e.g., Karachi is approx. 15-20 minutes behind Islamabad).
