Ramadan timetable 2027 in Kenya: calculated times
In Kenya, the Ramadan timetable 2027 consists of two markers, imsak in the morning and iftar in the evening, which frame each day of fasting. In the middle of the month, on 22 February, they are expected at 05:22 and 18:51.
Ramadan 2027 in Kenya is expected to start on Monday 8 February. In Nairobi, the first fast lasts 13 hours 31 minutes, from imsak at 05:21 until iftar at 18:52, and remains almost unchanged until the end of the month.
| Day | Imsak | Fajr | Sunrise | Iftar (maghrib) | Isha | Fasting time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 – Mon 8 Feb | 05:21 | 05:31 | 06:42 | 18:52 | 19:59 | 13 h 31 |
| Day 15 – Mon 22 Feb | 05:22 | 05:32 | 06:42 | 18:51 | 19:56 | 13 h 28 |
| Day 29 – Mon 8 Mar | 05:21 | 05:31 | 06:40 | 18:47 | 19:52 | 13 h 26 |
Calculated estimates (18°/17° (MWL)). The IslamicFinder widget above shows today’s times; check with your local mosque.
An Equatorial Month With Stable Days
Nairobi sits just south of the equator, so the length of day barely moves in February and March. The fast actually shortens a little, from 13 hours 31 minutes on day one to 13 hours 26 minutes on the 29th day.
Imsak is listed at 05:21 at both the beginning and the end of the month, while iftar slides gently from 18:52 to 18:47. Such stability lets families keep the same evening routine for all four weeks.
Role of the Chief Kadhi
In Kenya, the Chief Kadhi traditionally announces the start of Ramadan and the date of Eid after the moon sighting. For 2027, the first day is forecast for Monday 8 February, with the first tarawih on the evening of Sunday 7 February.
The 27th night should arrive on the evening of Friday 5 March. Idd ul-Fitr, as Kenyans often call it, is projected for Tuesday 9 March 2027, or Wednesday 10 March should the month last thirty days.
Nairobi and the Coast Compared
Only Nairobi is calculated here, yet Mombasa and Lamu on the Indian Ocean lie further east, so sunset there comes earlier on the clock. Coastal residents should consult their own mosque timetable rather than relying on figures for the capital.
Garissa, Wajir and Mandera in the north-east, home to large Muslim communities, are also further east than Nairobi. Their imsak and iftar times therefore fall earlier, and local announcements remain the reliable reference for the daily fast.
The Method Behind the Times
The table applies the Muslim World League angles, 18° for fajr and 17° for isha. Fajr falls at 05:31 and isha at 19:59 on day one. Kenyan mosques may use slightly different parameters, producing differences of a few minutes.
Swahili Flavours at Iftar
On the coast, Ramadan evenings carry strong Swahili traditions: dates, spiced tea and porridge such as uji open the fast, followed by mahamri, samosas and viazi karai. In Nairobi, these dishes sit alongside pilau and chapati on many tables.
Old Town in Mombasa and the narrow streets of Lamu become especially lively after sunset, with street food stalls and late-night gatherings. In the capital, Eastleigh is known for its busy markets and restaurants during the month.
Tips for Fasting in Kenya
Nairobi's altitude keeps temperatures moderate, but February is usually dry and sunny, while the coast is hot and humid. Adjust hydration to the place where you fast, and favour light, nourishing food before dawn every morning.
- Carry dates and water if you commute at maghrib
- Prefer uji or oats at suhoor
- On the coast, avoid long walks in the midday heat
- Follow the Chief Kadhi for the start and end dates
Is Idd ul-Fitr a public holiday in Kenya?
Yes, Idd ul-Fitr is a national public holiday in Kenya. Communal prayers take place in mosques and open grounds, followed by family visits, new clothes for children and shared meals that bring together relatives and neighbours.
What time is suhoor on the first day in Nairobi?
On Monday 8 February 2027, suhoor in Nairobi should end by imsak at 05:21, ten minutes before fajr at 05:31. Sunrise follows at 06:42, and the fast then continues through the whole day until iftar at 18:52 that evening.
Why does the fast get shorter in Nairobi?
Because Nairobi is slightly south of the equator, days shorten very gently as March approaches. The change is tiny, only five minutes across the month, and most people will hardly notice it in their daily routine.
Mombasa, at about four degrees south, sees a similarly small change. Only countries much further from the equator, in southern Africa or in the northern temperate zone, experience the large monthly swings that make planning harder.
What is the mid-month timetable in Nairobi?
On Monday 22 February 2027, imsak in Nairobi is listed at 05:22 and iftar at 18:51, giving a fast of 13 hours 28 minutes. Isha that evening comes at 19:56, leaving ample time for tarawih afterwards.