Ramadan timetable 2027 in the United States: calculated times
In the United States, the Ramadan timetable 2027 consists of two times to know each day: imsak, when the pre-dawn meal must end, and iftar, when the fast is broken at sunset. On Monday 8 February, the expected first day, imsak falls at 05:27 and iftar at 17:37.
According to forecasts, Ramadan 2027 in the United States starts on Monday 8 February. In Washington DC, the first fast lasts 12 hours 10 minutes, from imsak at 05:27 to iftar at 17:37, while New York breaks its fast at 17:22.
| Day | Imsak | Fajr | Sunrise | Iftar (maghrib) | Isha | Fasting time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 – Mon 8 Feb | 05:27 | 05:37 | 07:08 | 17:37 | 19:03 | 12 h 10 |
| Day 15 – Mon 22 Feb | 05:12 | 05:22 | 06:51 | 17:53 | 19:17 | 12 h 41 |
| Day 29 – Mon 8 Mar | 04:52 | 05:02 | 06:30 | 18:08 | 19:31 | 13 h 16 |
Calculated estimates (18°/17° (MWL)). The IslamicFinder widget above shows today’s times; check with your local mosque.
A Winter Ramadan Across America
For American Muslims, Ramadan 2027 arrives in the depth of winter, bringing short days and cold evenings in much of the country. Washington DC fasts 12 hours 10 minutes on day one and 13 hours 16 minutes on the 29th.
Because the United States spans several time zones, local times vary widely between the East Coast, the Midwest and California. The table above covers Washington DC only, so each community should use a timetable for its own city.
Calculation Versus Moon Sighting
American Muslims do not follow a single authority. The Fiqh Council of North America, endorsed by ISNA, relies on astronomical calculation, while many mosques wait for a local sighting or follow Saudi Arabia, so start dates can differ.
Calculated projections set the opening day on Monday 8 February 2027, and mosques will hold the first tarawih that Sunday night. The 27th night falls on 5 March, a Friday, and the Eid prayer is anticipated on Tuesday 9 March, otherwise on Wednesday 10 March.
Washington DC and New York Compared
New York lies north-east of the capital, so the sun sets earlier there in February. On day one, iftar is expected at 17:22 in New York against 17:37 in Washington DC, and the New York fast lasts 12 hours 6 minutes.
Mid-month in Washington DC, the fast reaches 12 hours 41 minutes, with imsak at 05:12 and iftar at 17:53. By the final day, imsak comes at 04:52 and iftar at 18:08, thirty-one minutes later than at the start.
Fajr Angles in North America
Times on this page are computed with the Muslim World League convention (fajr 18°, isha 17°), so fajr in Washington DC appears at 05:37 on day one. Many North American mosques use the ISNA angle of 15°, which produces a later fajr and earlier isha.
Diverse Iftar Traditions
American iftars reflect the diversity of the Muslim community, from Arab, South Asian and West African dishes to African American family traditions. Mosque potlucks, where each family brings a dish, are a much-loved feature of the month.
In Washington DC, the Islamic Center on Massachusetts Avenue is a historic place of worship, and New York's many mosques fill for tarawih. Interfaith iftars, held in universities, city halls and community centres, are increasingly common.
Fasting at Work and School
With iftar before 18:00 in the East, many people can break the fast at home, though commutes may overlap with sunset. Discussing schedules with employers or teachers and carrying dates and water helps when travelling at maghrib.
- Keep dates and a bottle of water in your car or bag
- Dress warmly for early fajr in freezing weather
- Ask about a quiet room for prayer at work or school
- Use a timetable for your own city and time zone
Does daylight saving time start during Ramadan?
No. In 2027 daylight saving time begins on Sunday 14 March, after Eid al-Fitr. The entire month of Ramadan therefore stays on standard time, and iftar in Washington DC moves gradually from 17:37 to 18:08.
When does suhoor end in New York?
Detailed figures here cover Washington DC, but the New York data imply an imsak around 05:16 on the first day, since its 12 hour 6 minute fast ends at 17:22. A local New York calendar gives the exact minute.
Is Eid al-Fitr a holiday in the United States?
Eid al-Fitr is not a federal holiday, but New York City public schools close for the festival, and several other school districts do the same. Many Muslims take a day off work to attend morning prayers and celebrate with family.
Large Eid prayers are held in mosques, convention centres and parks, followed by gatherings at home and visits to friends. Children often receive gifts or money, and many communities organise fairs or picnics during the weekend that follows.