Ramadan timetable 2027 in Chittagong: calculated times
In Chittagong, the Ramadan timetable 2027 consists of a set of times calculated for each day of fasting: imsak before dawn, fajr, sunrise, iftar at maghrib and isha. On the first day imsak is set at 05:02 and iftar at 17:45, a fast of 12 h 43.
For Ramadan 2027, Chittagong is expected to begin fasting on Monday 8 February, with sehri ending at 05:02 and iftar at 17:45, a fast of 12 h 43 min. The port city breaks its fast earlier than Dhaka.
| Day | Imsak | Fajr | Sunrise | Iftar (maghrib) | Isha | Fasting time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 – Mon 8 Feb | 05:02 | 05:12 | 06:29 | 17:45 | 18:57 | 12 h 43 |
| Day 15 – Mon 22 Feb | 04:55 | 05:05 | 06:20 | 17:53 | 19:03 | 12 h 58 |
| Day 29 – Mon 8 Mar | 04:44 | 04:54 | 06:08 | 17:59 | 19:09 | 13 h 15 |
Calculated estimates (18°/17° (MWL)). The IslamicFinder widget above shows today’s times; check with your local mosque.
Earliest sunset among the cities listed
Chittagong, officially Chattogram, lies east of Dhaka on the Bay of Bengal, and that eastern position brings sunset forward. On day one iftar comes at 17:45, four minutes ahead of the capital, while the whole country shares one time zone.
Thirty-two minutes more by the end
At around 22 degrees north, the city sees daylight increase steadily but gently. The fast lasts 12 h 43 min on day one, 12 h 58 min on day 15 and 13 h 15 min on day 29, with imsak moving from 05:02 to 04:44.
In the evening the change is smaller: iftar shifts from 17:45 to 17:53 at mid-month and 17:59 on the 29th. Most of the extra fasting time therefore comes from the earlier dawn rather than from a later sunset.
Understanding the times in the table
Imsak, the end of sehri, is placed ten minutes before fajr, which falls at 05:12 on the first morning; sunrise follows at 06:29. Isha that evening is shown at 18:57, after which tarawih prayers can start in local mosques.
The calculation uses Muslim World League angles, 18 degrees for fajr and 17 for isha. Calendars issued in Bangladesh often follow slightly different rules and safety margins, so the local mosque may announce times that differ by a few minutes.
Moon sighting and 2027 dates
Bangladesh relies on its National Moon Sighting Committee to declare the new month. Ramadan 1448 is expected to begin on Monday 8 February 2027, the first tarawih being prayed on Sunday 7 February, though a sighting decision could delay both by a day.
Within the month, the 27th night is anticipated on the evening of Friday 5 March, a night many devote to prayer. Eid al-Fitr is foreseen on Tuesday 9 March, or on Wednesday 10 March if Ramadan completes thirty days.
Port city atmosphere after sunset
Chittagong is the country’s main seaport and a busy commercial centre around the Karnaphuli river. After iftar, markets and food stalls stay lively well into the night, with families gathering over chola, piyaju, fried snacks and sweet drinks.
The city is also famous for mezban, its generous feasts of slow-cooked beef served to large gatherings. During Ramadan, community iftar meals in the same spirit of hospitality are common, organised by mosques, businesses and neighbourhood associations.
Climate in February and March
The dry season continues through February, bringing warm days, low humidity and comfortable nights near the coast. By March temperatures climb and the air becomes more humid, so the second half of Ramadan may feel noticeably more tiring than the first.
Tips for a smooth fast in Chittagong
Dock workers, traders and students in the city keep very different hours, yet the same sunset deadline applies to all. Planning the day backwards from iftar, and keeping sehri nourishing rather than heavy, makes the warmer final week more manageable.
- Finish sehri by 05:02 at first and by 04:44 near the end
- Plan port or office shifts so that iftar at 17:45 is not missed
- Favour rice, lentils and fruit at sehri for lasting energy
- Watch for the moon sighting committee announcement on 7 February
Is iftar in Chittagong earlier than in Dhaka?
Yes, by about four minutes. On the first day Chittagong breaks its fast at 17:45 against 17:49 in Dhaka, because the sun sets earlier further east. Both cities follow Bangladesh Standard Time, six hours ahead of Greenwich.
How long is the first day of fasting?
On Monday 8 February 2027 the fast lasts 12 h 43 min in Chittagong, from imsak at 05:02 to maghrib at 17:45. By Monday 8 March it reaches 13 h 15 min, ending at 17:59.