Ramadan timetable 2027 in the United Arab Emirates: calculated times
In the United Arab Emirates, the Ramadan timetable 2027 consists of a daily schedule of imsak and iftar, that is, the time the fast begins before dawn and the time it ends at sunset. Between 8 February and 8 March, iftar moves from 18:12 to 18:28.
In the United Arab Emirates, Ramadan 2027 should begin on Monday 8 February. Abu Dhabi's first fast lasts 12 hours 39 minutes, from imsak at 05:34 to iftar at 18:12, while Dubai is expected to break its fast at 18:08.
| Day | Imsak | Fajr | Sunrise | Iftar (maghrib) | Isha | Fasting time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 – Mon 8 Feb | 05:34 | 05:44 | 07:01 | 18:12 | 19:25 | 12 h 39 |
| Day 15 – Mon 22 Feb | 05:25 | 05:35 | 06:51 | 18:21 | 19:33 | 12 h 56 |
| Day 29 – Mon 8 Mar | 05:13 | 05:23 | 06:39 | 18:28 | 19:39 | 13 h 15 |
Calculated estimates (18°/17° (MWL)). The IslamicFinder widget above shows today’s times; check with your local mosque.
A Mild Winter Ramadan in the Gulf
After years of Ramadan falling in the scorching Gulf summer, 2027 brings the month into February and March, among the most pleasant weeks of the Emirati year. Daytime temperatures are comfortable and evenings outdoors become a genuine pleasure for families.
The fast is also far shorter than in recent summers. The timetable above shows Abu Dhabi at 12 hours 39 minutes on day one, 12 hours 56 minutes at mid-month and 13 hours 15 minutes on the 29th day.
Announcing the New Moon in the Emirates
The start of Ramadan 1448 is expected on Monday 8 February 2027, meaning tarawih begins on the night of Sunday 7 February. The official moon-sighting committee of the UAE confirms the date, and a delay of one day cannot be excluded.
Projections place the 27th night on the evening of Friday 5 March, a date many worshippers associate with Laylat al-Qadr. Eid al-Fitr would then fall on Tuesday 9 March 2027, moving to Wednesday 10 March should Ramadan last thirty days.
Abu Dhabi Versus Dubai: Minutes That Matter
Dubai lies north-east of the capital, so the sun sets there slightly earlier. On the first day, Dubai's iftar is expected at 18:08 against 18:12 in Abu Dhabi, and its fast runs 12 hours 38 minutes instead of 12 hours 39.
Sharjah, Ajman and the northern emirates sit further east still, and Fujairah on the Gulf of Oman even more so. Residents there should rely on their own local timetable, because a few minutes can matter at the moment of breaking the fast.
Imsak, Fajr and the Calculation Behind Them
The figures here apply the Muslim World League angles of 18° and 17°. In Abu Dhabi, imsak at 05:34 precedes fajr at 05:44 by ten minutes. Official Emirati calendars use their own parameters, so small differences with mosque timetables are normal.
Evenings of Harees, Luqaimat and Majlis Visits
Emirati iftar traditionally opens with dates, laban or water, followed by harees, the slow-cooked wheat and meat dish, and thareed, a stew poured over thin bread. Luqaimat, sweet fried dumplings drizzled with date syrup, are a favourite way to finish.
Ramadan tents, majlis gatherings and mosque iftars for workers are well-known features of the month. The cannon fired at sunset in several cities remains a beloved signal, drawing families who come to watch it before eating together.
Working Hours and Daily Rhythm
Reduced working hours during Ramadan are customary in the Emirates, with official guidance usually published each year for the government and private sectors. Shopping centres and restaurants stay open late, and visitors notice how life shifts towards the evening.
- Avoid eating or drinking in public during fasting hours out of respect
- Book iftar tables early in popular restaurants
- Expect heavy traffic just before maghrib
- Use the late evening for shopping and errands
Eid al-Fitr Celebrations
Eid al-Fitr brings an official holiday of several days across the Emirates, with morning prayers at musallas and mosques. Families exchange visits, children receive eidiya gifts of money, and fireworks displays are often organised in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
What time is iftar in Dubai on the first day?
Dubai's first iftar of Ramadan 2027 is expected at 18:08 on Monday 8 February, four minutes before Abu Dhabi. The fast that day lasts 12 hours 38 minutes, which makes it among the shortest of the month in the city.
How long is the last fast in Abu Dhabi?
On Monday 8 March 2027, the 29th day, imsak in Abu Dhabi falls at 05:13 and iftar at 18:28. The fast then lasts 13 hours 15 minutes, about thirty-six minutes longer than on the opening day of the month.
Does the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque host iftar?
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is known for its large Ramadan iftar programme and well-attended tarawih prayers. Visitors should check current arrangements and dress codes before going, as practical details may change from year to year.