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Ramadan literally means “scorching heat” in Arabic, and marks the month when the Quran is said to have been revealed to Prophet Muhammad by God via the archangel Gabriel in 610 AD. Those observing the fast are encouraged to read the Quran and the holy text is recited at the Tarawih, special nightly prayers that are held throughout the month. Middlesbrough: (8 minutes later, 14 minutes later)įasting at Ramadan is one of the five pillars of Islam – the fundamental rules that all Muslims follow – along with the Shahadah (declaration of faith), Salat (prayer), Zakat (charity) and the Hajj pilgrimage.ĭuring Ramadan, there is an increased offering of the Salat, with Muslims giving thanks to Allah, while the fasting ritual allows them to understand the suffering of others.Manchester: (10 minutes later, 7 minutes later).Liverpool: (12 minutes later, 9 minutes later).Leeds: (7 minutes later, 4 minutes later).Glasgow: (22 minutes later, 40 minutes later).Cardiff: (13 minutes later, 12 minutes later).Bradford: (9 minutes later, 8 minutes later).Birmingham: (8 minutes later, 6 minutes later).UK variations relative to London (Time Fast Begins, Time Fast Ends).

The start and end dates are contingent on the moon sighting which signifies when Ramadan begins, which is this year expected to be Friday 1 April, while the timings apply to London:īecause of the varying times of sunrise and sunset across the rest of the UK, it must be noted that there are variations in timing depending on location.įortunately, the charity Muslim Hands offers this following helpful guide to adjust the fasting timetable to apply to where you are: Here are the key timings day-by-day for Fajr and Maghrib – when the fast begins and ends – in London for the Muslim holy month. The fast isn’t broken until sunset with the Iftar meal, which precedes the Maghrib, the fourth prayer of the day.īecause the days will gradually increase in length, the fasting period becomes progressively more challenging as worshippers near the end of the holy month, and the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.īut while the fast will be almost two hours longer at the end of this year’s Ramadan than its first day, there is the consolation that it falls almost two weeks earlier than last year’s festival, with shorter days as a result.īoth the Central London Mosque and the East London Mosque have compiled Ramadan timetables, which give worshippers in the capital all the information they need to observe the fast correctly. The SalatĮvery day of Ramadan, Muslims eat the pre-fast meal called the Sahoor, which is take before sunrise and culminates with the day’s first prayer, the Fajr. Indonesian Muslims prepare food ahead of breaking their fast in 2016 (Photo: Getty Images) When are the Suhoor and Iftar?ĭuring Ramadan, the Salat (daily prayers) take on increased significance, both because the holy month is considered a time of reflection and purification and also because they shape the hours of the fast. It lasts between 29 and 30 days, until the sighting of the next crescent moon marks the end of the holy month and the arrival of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic Hijri calendar. Alternatively, you can say ‘Ramadan Kareem’ which translates into ‘Have a generous Ramadan’.This year, Ramadan is expected to start on Saturday 2 April, although it could come a day later if the moon isn’t sighted. On the first day of Ramadan it is customary to wish someone a ‘Happy Ramadan’ by saying ‘Ramadan Mubarak’. In the evening, it is traditional to break the fast with a joyous meal, ‘Iftar’, with family or the community.ĭuring Ramadan, studying the Quran, donating money to the poor, and committing more time to prayers are encouraged. Every morning before dawn, those fasting enjoy a meal called ‘Suhur’. Fasting takes place every day from sunrise to sunset. It teaches self-discipline and reminds them of the suffering of the poor. Fasting allows Muslims to devote themselves to their faith.

Lasting for 30 days, Ramadan will end on Sunday 1st May 2022, with the celebratory day of Eid al-Fitr taking place on Monday 2nd May.įasting is a key part of Ramadan and all adults of able body and sound mind are encouraged to fast during this Holy time. Ramadan will begin on Friday 1st April 2022, following the sighting of the moon over Mecca.

Ramadan remembers the month the Qur’an (the Muslim holy book) was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.