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, making it a time of deep spiritual renewal and community.

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. During fasting hours, eating, drinking (including water), and smoking are not permitted. Muslims are also encouraged to avoid negative speech, arguments, and immoral behaviour. The fast is broken each evening at Iftar, traditionally beginning with dates and water following the practice of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Question 3

Who is exempt from fasting in Ramadan?

Accepted Answer

Islamic law provides exemptions for those who cannot safely fast: the elderly, the seriously ill, pregnant or nursing women, travellers on long journeys, and children who have not reached puberty. Those who miss fasting days due to valid reasons are generally expected to make up (qada) the missed days after Ramadan ends. Those with a permanent inability to fast may pay fidya — a charitable compensation — instead.

Question 4

How long are the daily fasting hours in the UAE?

Accepted Answer

In the UAE, daily fasting hours during Ramadan 2026 range from approximately 13 to 14 hours, as the country is in the Northern Hemisphere subtropics. Fasting begins at Imsak (around 5:05–5:20 AM GST) and ends at Maghrib/Iftar (around 6:15–6:35 PM GST). The fasting window shifts by 1–2 minutes each day as sunset gradually moves later through the month.

Question 5

What is Tarawih prayer?

Accepted Answer

Tarawih are special nightly prayers performed after Isha during Ramadan. They are held in mosques where long passages of the Quran are recited, with the aim of completing the full Quran recitation by the end of the month. Tarawih is a Sunnah (recommended) prayer and can range from 8 to 20 rak'ah depending on the school of thought. In the UAE, major mosques including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi hold Tarawih prayers open to all.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Power or Night of Decree) is considered the holiest night of the year in Islam. It falls in the last ten nights of Ramadan, most commonly believed to be the 27th night. The Quran describes it as 'better than a thousand months' (97:3), meaning worship on this night carries the reward of over 83 years of worship. Muslims in the UAE and across the world spend this night in prayer, Quran recitation, and supplication.

Question 7

How does Ramadan end?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan concludes with Eid al-Fitr ('Festival of Breaking the Fast'), one of the two major Islamic celebrations. The holiday is declared after the Ramadan crescent moon sighting, confirmed by the UAE Moon Sighting Committee. Before Eid prayer, every Muslim is required to give Zakat al-Fitr — a charitable donation ensuring those in need can celebrate. In the UAE, Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday of typically 3 days, marked by Eid prayers, family visits, and festivities.

Question 8

What time is Iftar in Dubai today?

Accepted Answer

Iftar time in Dubai is the same as Maghrib (sunset prayer) time. During Ramadan 2026, Dubai Iftar times range from approximately 6:15 PM in late February to 6:35 PM in mid-March GST (UTC+4). The exact time for today is shown at the top of the timetable and changes by about 1–2 minutes each day.

Question 9

What is Suhoor (Imsak) time in Dubai?

Accepted Answer

Suhoor is the pre-dawn meal Muslims eat before beginning the fast. Imsak marks the end of Suhoor — the moment fasting begins. In Dubai, AWQAF sets Imsak approximately 10 minutes before Fajr. During Ramadan 2026, Dubai Imsak times are around 5:05–5:20 AM GST, depending on the day.

Question 10

How many days is Ramadan in the UAE in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Ramadan 1447H is 29 days long in the UAE (February 28 – March 29, 2026), as confirmed by the UAE Moon Sighting Committee. Ramadan is either 29 or 30 days depending on the lunar crescent sighting. The full timetable above shows all confirmed days.

Question 11

What is Zakat al-Fitr amount in the UAE 2026?

Accepted Answer

Zakat al-Fitr (Fitrana) is obligatory charity paid before Eid al-Fitr prayer. In the UAE, AWQAF sets the annual amount; in recent years it has been AED 25–30 per person. The amount is typically announced in the final week of Ramadan. For Zakat al-Mal (annual wealth zakat) calculations using the live gold nisab, visit our UAE Zakat calculator.

Day	Date	Hijri	Suhoor	Fajr	Dhuhr	Asr	Iftar	Isha
1	Wed, Feb 18	1 Ramadhan	5:31 AM	5:31 AM	12:31 PM	3:45 PM	6:13 PM	7:27 PM
2	Thu, Feb 19	2 Ramadhan	5:30 AM	5:30 AM	12:31 PM	3:45 PM	6:13 PM	7:28 PM
3	Fri, Feb 20	3 Ramadhan	5:29 AM	5:29 AM	12:30 PM	3:45 PM	6:14 PM	7:28 PM
4	Sat, Feb 21	4 Ramadhan	5:28 AM	5:28 AM	12:30 PM	3:45 PM	6:14 PM	7:29 PM
5	Sun, Feb 22	5 Ramadhan	5:28 AM	5:28 AM	12:30 PM	3:46 PM	6:15 PM	7:29 PM
6	Mon, Feb 23	6 Ramadhan	5:27 AM	5:27 AM	12:30 PM	3:46 PM	6:16 PM	7:30 PM
7	Tue, Feb 24	7 Ramadhan	5:26 AM	5:26 AM	12:30 PM	3:46 PM	6:16 PM	7:30 PM
8	Wed, Feb 25	8 Ramadhan	5:25 AM	5:25 AM	12:30 PM	3:47 PM	6:17 PM	7:31 PM
9	Thu, Feb 26	9 Ramadhan	5:24 AM	5:24 AM	12:30 PM	3:47 PM	6:17 PM	7:31 PM
10	Fri, Feb 27	10 Ramadhan	5:24 AM	5:24 AM	12:29 PM	3:47 PM	6:18 PM	7:32 PM
11	Sat, Feb 28	11 Ramadhan	5:23 AM	5:23 AM	12:29 PM	3:47 PM	6:18 PM	7:32 PM
12	Sun, Mar 1	12 Ramadhan	5:22 AM	5:22 AM	12:29 PM	3:47 PM	6:19 PM	7:33 PM
13	Mon, Mar 2	13 Ramadhan	5:21 AM	5:21 AM	12:29 PM	3:48 PM	6:19 PM	7:33 PM
14	Tue, Mar 3	14 Ramadhan	5:20 AM	5:20 AM	12:29 PM	3:48 PM	6:20 PM	7:34 PM
15	Wed, Mar 4	15 Ramadhan	5:19 AM	5:19 AM	12:28 PM	3:48 PM	6:21 PM	7:34 PM
16	Thu, Mar 5	16 Ramadhan	5:18 AM	5:18 AM	12:28 PM	3:48 PM	6:21 PM	7:35 PM
17	Fri, Mar 6	17 Ramadhan	5:17 AM	5:17 AM	12:28 PM	3:48 PM	6:22 PM	7:35 PM
18	Sat, Mar 7	18 Ramadhan	5:16 AM	5:16 AM	12:28 PM	3:48 PM	6:22 PM	7:36 PM
19	Sun, Mar 8	19 Ramadhan	5:15 AM	5:15 AM	12:28 PM	3:49 PM	6:23 PM	7:36 PM
20	Mon, Mar 9	20 Ramadhan	5:14 AM	5:14 AM	12:27 PM	3:49 PM	6:23 PM	7:37 PM
21	Tue, Mar 10	21 Ramadhan	5:13 AM	5:13 AM	12:27 PM	3:49 PM	6:24 PM	7:37 PM
22	Wed, Mar 11	22 Ramadhan	5:12 AM	5:12 AM	12:27 PM	3:49 PM	6:24 PM	7:38 PM
23	Thu, Mar 12	23 Ramadhan	5:11 AM	5:11 AM	12:27 PM	3:49 PM	6:25 PM	7:38 PM
24	Fri, Mar 13	24 Ramadhan	5:10 AM	5:10 AM	12:26 PM	3:49 PM	6:25 PM	7:39 PM
25	Sat, Mar 14	25 Ramadhan	5:09 AM	5:09 AM	12:26 PM	3:49 PM	6:25 PM	7:39 PM
26	Sun, Mar 15	26 Ramadhan	5:08 AM	5:08 AM	12:26 PM	3:49 PM	6:26 PM	7:40 PM
27	Mon, Mar 16	27 Ramadhan	5:07 AM	5:07 AM	12:25 PM	3:49 PM	6:26 PM	7:40 PM
28	Tue, Mar 17	28 Ramadhan	5:06 AM	5:06 AM	12:25 PM	3:49 PM	6:27 PM	7:41 PM
29	Wed, Mar 18	29 Ramadhan	5:05 AM	5:05 AM	12:25 PM	3:49 PM	6:27 PM	7:41 PM
30	Thu, Mar 19	30 Ramadhan	5:04 AM	5:04 AM	12:25 PM	3:49 PM	6:28 PM	7:42 PM
1	Fri, Mar 20	1 Shawal	5:03 AM	5:03 AM	12:24 PM	3:49 PM	6:28 PM	7:42 PM
2	Sat, Mar 21	2 Shawal	5:02 AM	5:02 AM	12:24 PM	3:49 PM	6:29 PM	7:43 PM
3	Sun, Mar 22	3 Shawal	5:01 AM	5:01 AM	12:24 PM	3:49 PM	6:29 PM	7:43 PM
4	Mon, Mar 23	4 Shawal	4:59 AM	4:59 AM	12:23 PM	3:49 PM	6:30 PM	7:44 PM
5	Tue, Mar 24	5 Shawal	4:58 AM	4:58 AM	12:23 PM	3:49 PM	6:30 PM	7:44 PM
6	Wed, Mar 25	6 Shawal	4:57 AM	4:57 AM	12:23 PM	3:48 PM	6:31 PM	7:45 PM
7	Thu, Mar 26	7 Shawal	4:56 AM	4:56 AM	12:22 PM	3:48 PM	6:31 PM	7:45 PM
8	Fri, Mar 27	8 Shawal	4:55 AM	4:55 AM	12:22 PM	3:48 PM	6:31 PM	7:46 PM
9	Sat, Mar 28	9 Shawal	4:54 AM	4:54 AM	12:22 PM	3:48 PM	6:32 PM	7:46 PM
10	Sun, Mar 29	10 Shawal	4:53 AM	4:53 AM	12:22 PM	3:48 PM	6:32 PM	7:47 PM

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