One of the most frequent questions during Ramadan and voluntary fasting days is, "What time is Iftar today?" Unlike the solar calendar, Islamic prayer timings are dynamic. The time to break your fast is directly linked to the solar cycle, specifically when the sun disc completely disappears below the horizon.
How to Determine Today Iftar Time
Checking today iftar time is synonymous with knowing the Maghrib prayer time. You do not need to wait for the Adhan to finish to start eating; the moment the time for Maghrib enters (sunset), the fast is completed.
To get the exact time for your city, please visit our Prayer Times Homepage which uses GPS location for precision.
Dua for Breaking Fast (Iftar Dua)
It is the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) to recite a supplication when breaking the fast. Here are the authentic invocations:
Commonly Recited Dua
Allahumma inni laka sumtu wa bika aamantu wa 'alayka tawakkaltu wa 'ala rizq-ika aftartu
"O Allah! I fasted for You and I believe in You and I put my trust in You and I break my fast with Your sustenance."
Sahih (Authentic) Dua from Sunan Abi Dawood
Dhahaba al-zama'u wabtallat al-'urooqu wa thabata al-ajru inshaAllah
"The thirst is gone, the veins are moistened, and the reward is confirmed, if Allah wills."
Check Today Iftar Time for Your Location
Select your country below to find the accurate Iftar and Sehri timings for today:
Sunnah Etiquettes of Iftar
To maximize the blessings of your fast, follow these Sunnah practices:
- Break fast immediately: The Prophet (SAW) said, "The people will remain on the right path as long as they hasten the breaking of the fast." (Bukhari)
- Start with Dates: If fresh dates are available, use them. If not, dry dates. If neither is available, break the fast with water.
- Make Dua: The time of Iftar is one of the times when Dua is not rejected.
- Share your meal: Providing Iftar to a fasting person grants you a reward equivalent to theirs without diminishing their reward.
Understanding Time Variations (Example Table)
Today iftar time changes daily. Here is an example of how the time shifts over a week (Minutes added daily as days get longer in Summer):
| Day | Status | Time Shift |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Iftar Time | 06:15 PM |
| Day 2 | +1 Minute | 06:16 PM |
| Day 3 | +1 Minute | 06:17 PM |
| Day 4 | Same/Change | 06:17 PM |
Note: This is a generic example. Check your local timetable for accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat while the Adhan is still playing?
Yes. Once the time for Maghrib has entered and the Muezzin starts the Adhan, you can begin eating. You do not need to wait for the Adhan to finish.
What if I am traveling?
If you are traveling (Musafir), you follow the Iftar time of the location you are currently in, not your home city.