Question 1

What is Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar and is regarded by Muslims as the holiest period of the year. It is marked by fasting (sawm), increased prayer, Quran recitation, charity, and spiritual reflection. Muslims worldwide abstain from eating, drinking, and smoking from dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib) every day of the month.

Question 2

What are the fasting rules during Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Adult Muslims who are physically able are required to fast from dawn (Imsak/Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib/Iftar) each day. Eating, drinking (including water), and smoking are not permitted. The fast is broken at Iftar, traditionally beginning with dates and water.

Question 3

Who is exempt from fasting in Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Exemptions apply to the elderly, the seriously ill, pregnant or nursing women, travellers, and children who have not reached puberty. Those who miss days must make them up (qada) after Ramadan. Those permanently unable may pay fidya instead.

Question 4

How long are the daily fasting hours in Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

In Bahrain, daily fasting hours during Ramadan 2026 range from approximately 13 to 14 hours. Fasting begins at Imsak (around 5:00–5:20 AM AST) and ends at Maghrib/Iftar (around 6:10–6:30 PM AST).

Question 5

What is Tarawih prayer?

Accepted Answer

Tarawih are special nightly prayers performed after Isha during Ramadan, with long Quran recitations aiming to complete the full Quran by month's end. They range from 8 to 20 rak'ah. Mosques across Bahrain hold Tarawih prayers nightly throughout the month.

Question 6

What is Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power)?

Accepted Answer

Laylat al-Qadr is the holiest night of the year, in the last ten nights of Ramadan (most likely the 27th). The Quran calls it 'better than a thousand months' (97:3). Muslims in Bahrain intensify worship during these nights with extended prayers, Quran recitation, and supplication.

Question 7

How does Ramadan end?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan concludes with Eid al-Fitr, declared after moon sighting is confirmed by the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs. Before Eid prayer, every Muslim must give Zakat al-Fitr. Eid in Bahrain is a public holiday with Eid prayers, family gatherings, and Bahrain's characteristically open and multicultural celebrations.

Question 8

What time is Iftar in Manama today?

Accepted Answer

Iftar in Manama is at Maghrib (sunset) time. During Ramadan 2026, Manama Iftar times are approximately 6:10–6:30 PM AST (UTC+3).

Question 9

What time is Suhoor in Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

Suhoor ends at Imsak time in Bahrain, set approximately 10 minutes before Fajr. During Ramadan 2026, Bahrain Imsak times are approximately 5:00–5:20 AM AST.

Question 10

When does Ramadan 2026 start in Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan 1447H in Bahrain began on Saturday, March 1, 2026, following the official announcement from the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs.

Question 11

Are restaurants open during Ramadan in Bahrain?

Accepted Answer

Unlike some GCC countries, Bahrain allows restaurants to remain open during Ramadan daytime hours. However, eating and drinking in open public spaces during daylight is expected to be avoided out of respect for those fasting.

Day	Date	Hijri	Fajr	Dhuhr	Asr	Iftar	Isha
1	Wed, Feb 17	—	4:52 AM	11:52 AM	3:06 PM	5:32 PM	7:02 PM
2	Thu, Feb 18	—	4:52 AM	11:52 AM	3:07 PM	5:32 PM	7:02 PM
3	Fri, Feb 19	—	4:51 AM	11:51 AM	3:07 PM	5:33 PM	7:03 PM
4	Sat, Feb 20	—	4:50 AM	11:51 AM	3:07 PM	5:33 PM	7:03 PM
5	Sun, Feb 21	—	4:49 AM	11:51 AM	3:08 PM	5:34 PM	7:04 PM
6	Mon, Feb 22	—	4:49 AM	11:51 AM	3:08 PM	5:35 PM	7:05 PM
7	Tue, Feb 23	—	4:48 AM	11:51 AM	3:08 PM	5:35 PM	7:05 PM
8	Wed, Feb 24	—	4:47 AM	11:51 AM	3:09 PM	5:36 PM	7:06 PM
9	Thu, Feb 25	—	4:46 AM	11:51 AM	3:09 PM	5:37 PM	7:07 PM
10	Fri, Feb 26	—	4:45 AM	11:51 AM	3:09 PM	5:37 PM	7:07 PM
11	Sat, Feb 27	—	4:44 AM	11:50 AM	3:09 PM	5:38 PM	7:08 PM
12	Sun, Feb 28	—	4:44 AM	11:50 AM	3:10 PM	5:38 PM	7:08 PM

Ramadan Prayer Times — Manama 2027

Manama Ramadan Prayer Times 2026 — Suhoor & Iftar Schedule

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