Ramadan timetable 2027 in the Philippines: calculated times
In the Philippines, 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 04:55 and 18:02.
Ramadan 2027 in the Philippines should begin on Monday 8 February. Manila's first fast lasts 12 hours 58 minutes, from imsak at 05:00 to iftar at 17:58, and gradually lengthens to 13 hours 17 minutes by the end.
| Day | Imsak | Fajr | Sunrise | Iftar (maghrib) | Isha | Fasting time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 – Mon 8 Feb | 05:00 | 05:10 | 06:23 | 17:58 | 19:06 | 12 h 58 |
| Day 15 – Mon 22 Feb | 04:55 | 05:05 | 06:17 | 18:02 | 19:10 | 13 h 07 |
| Day 29 – Mon 8 Mar | 04:48 | 04:58 | 06:09 | 18:05 | 19:12 | 13 h 17 |
Calculated estimates (18°/17° (MWL)). The IslamicFinder widget above shows today’s times; check with your local mosque.
Ramadan Across an Archipelago
The Philippines spreads across thousands of islands, and its Muslim communities live mainly in Mindanao, the Sulu archipelago and Palawan, as well as in Metro Manila. All share Philippine Standard Time, eight hours ahead of Greenwich.
Because the country is wide from west to east, sunset times differ between regions on the same clock. The table above covers Manila only, so families in Mindanao should rely on timetables calculated for their own city or province.
Moon Sighting and Expected Dates
Ramadan 1448 is forecast to start on Monday 8 February 2027, with tarawih on the night of Sunday 7 February. The date is confirmed by the country's religious authorities after the crescent sighting, and may move by one day.
The 27th night of the month should come on the evening of Friday 5 March. Eid'l Fitr is expected on Tuesday 9 March 2027, or on Wednesday 10 March if Ramadan lasts the full thirty days.
Manila's Schedule Through the Month
Manila's iftar moves from 17:58 on the first evening to 18:02 at mid-month and 18:05 on the 29th day. Imsak, meanwhile, comes earlier, from 05:00 to 04:48, so the fast gains nineteen minutes overall during Ramadan.
Sunrise follows a similar path, from 06:23 on day one to 06:09 on the last day. The change remains modest because Manila lies at about fourteen degrees north, well inside the tropics, where seasons alter day length only slightly.
Imsak Before Fajr
Imsak is a precautionary time ten minutes before fajr, which falls at 05:10 on day one in Manila. These figures use the Muslim World League method of 18° and 17°; local mosques and Islamic centres may announce slightly different times.
Food and Community in Mindanao and Manila
In Maguindanao and neighbouring provinces, pastil, rice wrapped in banana leaf with shredded chicken or fish, is a familiar iftar food. Sweet treats made from glutinous rice and coconut also appear on tables across Muslim Mindanao.
In Metro Manila, Quiapo is known for its Muslim community and the Golden Mosque, where activity increases notably during Ramadan evenings. Halal food stalls nearby become popular meeting points for families and workers after the fast.
Fasting in Tropical Heat
February and March are part of the drier season in Manila, with warm afternoons and high humidity. Sufficient water between iftar and imsak, light meals and short rests help fasting workers cope with long commutes in the capital.
- Keep water and dates at hand for iftar during traffic
- Eat rice, eggs and fruit at suhoor
- Avoid heavy fried food late at night
- Check the local mosque for tarawih times
Is Eid'l Fitr a holiday in the Philippines?
Yes. Eid'l Fitr is a regular national holiday in the Philippines, with the exact date proclaimed by the government once the end of Ramadan is known. Muslims nationwide join morning congregational prayers and then visit relatives and friends.
How long is the fast in Manila on day fifteen?
On Monday 22 February 2027, imsak in Manila is listed at 04:55 and iftar at 18:02. The fast that day lasts 13 hours 7 minutes, nine minutes longer than on the first day of the month.
Does Manila observe daylight saving time?
No. The Philippines keeps Philippine Standard Time all year, so no clock change interrupts Ramadan. Every variation in imsak and iftar times comes solely from the movement of the sun as the season advances towards March.
Visitors arriving from countries that do change their clocks should simply follow the local timetable in force. Mosques in Manila and across Mindanao display the daily times, and many families also follow announcements on local radio.
What time is the last iftar in Manila?
The final iftar of Ramadan 2027 in Manila, on Monday 8 March, is expected at 18:05 after an imsak at 04:48. Isha follows at 19:12, and the fast that day lasts 13 hours 17 minutes in total.