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 due to valid reasons must make them up (qada) after Ramadan.

Question 4

How long are the daily fasting hours in Kuwait?

Accepted Answer

In Kuwait, daily fasting hours during Ramadan 2026 range from approximately 13 to 14 hours. Fasting begins at Imsak (around 4:55–5:15 AM AST) and ends at Maghrib/Iftar (around 6:05–6:25 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. Kuwait's mosques hold Tarawih prayers nightly throughout Ramadan.

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 Kuwait intensify worship during these nights, gathering at mosques for extended prayers and Quran recitation.

Question 7

How does Ramadan end?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan concludes with Eid al-Fitr, declared after moon sighting is confirmed by the Kuwait Ministry of Awqaf. Before Eid prayer, every Muslim must give Zakat al-Fitr. Eid in Kuwait is a public holiday celebrated with Eid prayers, family gatherings, and the cherished Ghabqa social tradition.

Question 8

What time is Iftar in Kuwait City today?

Accepted Answer

Iftar in Kuwait City is at Maghrib (sunset) time. During Ramadan 2026, Kuwait Iftar times are approximately 6:05–6:25 PM AST (UTC+3).

Question 9

What time is Suhoor (Imsak) in Kuwait?

Accepted Answer

Imsak in Kuwait is approximately 10 minutes before Fajr. During Ramadan 2026, Kuwait Imsak times are approximately 4:55–5:15 AM AST.

Question 10

When does Ramadan start in Kuwait 2026?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan 1447H in Kuwait began on Saturday, March 1, 2026, following the official announcement from the Kuwait Ministry of Awqaf.

Question 11

What is Ghabqa in Kuwait?

Accepted Answer

Ghabqa is a traditional late-night Kuwaiti gathering during Ramadan, held after Tarawih prayers and before Suhoor. It involves sharing food, sweets, and conversation at a diwaniya or home — a beloved social tradition unique to Kuwait and the Gulf.

Day	Date	Hijri	Fajr	Dhuhr	Asr	Iftar	Isha
1	Wed, Feb 17	—	5:04 AM	12:02 PM	3:14 PM	5:39 PM	7:09 PM
2	Thu, Feb 18	—	5:03 AM	12:02 PM	3:14 PM	5:39 PM	7:09 PM
3	Fri, Feb 19	—	5:02 AM	12:02 PM	3:15 PM	5:40 PM	7:10 PM
4	Sat, Feb 20	—	5:01 AM	12:02 PM	3:15 PM	5:41 PM	7:11 PM
5	Sun, Feb 21	—	5:00 AM	12:02 PM	3:16 PM	5:42 PM	7:12 PM
6	Mon, Feb 22	—	5:00 AM	12:02 PM	3:16 PM	5:42 PM	7:12 PM
7	Tue, Feb 23	—	4:59 AM	12:01 PM	3:16 PM	5:43 PM	7:13 PM
8	Wed, Feb 24	—	4:58 AM	12:01 PM	3:17 PM	5:44 PM	7:14 PM
9	Thu, Feb 25	—	4:57 AM	12:01 PM	3:17 PM	5:44 PM	7:14 PM
10	Fri, Feb 26	—	4:56 AM	12:01 PM	3:18 PM	5:45 PM	7:15 PM
11	Sat, Feb 27	—	4:55 AM	12:01 PM	3:18 PM	5:46 PM	7:16 PM
12	Sun, Feb 28	—	4:54 AM	12:01 PM	3:18 PM	5:47 PM	7:17 PM

Ramadan Prayer Times — Kuwait City 2027

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Kuwait City Ramadan Prayer Times 2026 — Suhoor & Iftar Schedule

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