Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in Madinat Hamad, Ash Shamaliyah, AST, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
04:37
When fasting begins today
MWL Method
Uses the Muslim World League standard (18° astronomical twilight), widely accepted globally.
Iftar time in Madinat Hamad is based on the astronomical sunset at 26.1°N, 50.5°E. This timing already accounts for atmospheric refraction, marking the moment the sun appears to dip below the horizon.
Local Confirmation: While our Iftar times are accurate, we recommend checking with your local mosque for any community-specific adjustments or moon sighting variations.
Today's fast in Madinat Hamad lasts 11h 50m, which is approximately 60 minutes longer than at the start of Ramadan. Fasting hours are changing moderately as the season progresses.
At 26.1°N and 39m elevation in the Bahrain timezone, Madinat Hamad is in the temperate zone, where seasonal daylight changes are noticeable. During Ramadan in spring, fasting hours increase by about 3 minutes each day. Your elevation adds roughly 0.1 minutes to sunset timing.
By mid-Ramadan (day 15), you'll have gained an extra 45 minutes of fasting compared to the first day. Compared to Manama at 26.2°N, this results in about 0 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in Madinat Hamad.
Madinat Hamad's sunset is approximately 2 minutes earlier than Ad Dammam, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Madinat Hamad's sunset is approximately 2 minutes earlier than Al Qatif, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Madinat Hamad's sunset is approximately 3 minutes later than Ash ShīḩÄnÄ«yah, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Madinat Hamad, sunset shifts slightly. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 1m later than yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 3 minutes longer than today in Madinat Hamad, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 26.1° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of Madinat Hamad's subtropical latitude position, where seasonal astronomical shifts directly affect fasting duration throughout Ramadan.
Earth's atmosphere bends light, causing the sun to appear slightly higher on the horizon than its actual position. This atmospheric refraction effect is already accounted for in our calculations, giving you the precise moment when the sun appears to cross below the horizon.
At 39m above sea level, Madinat Hamad's elevation affects when sunset occurs. Higher elevations see the sunset slightly later than lower areas. This elevation adjustment is included in all our calculations.
Iftar times are calculated using precise astronomical algorithms from NOAA, based on Madinat Hamad's exact location (26.11°N, 50.51°E), timezone (Asia/Bahrain), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in Madinat Hamad today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Madinat Hamad's exact location (26.11°N, 50.51°E) at 39m elevation. The calculation uses the Umm al-Qura 18.5° method, which is common in equatorial regions.
Sehri end time in Madinat Hamad marks when the fast begins in the morning. During Ramadan, this time shifts daily as sunrise moves earlier or later. The time shown on this page is calculated for Madinat Hamad's exact coordinates using the Umm al-Qura 18.5° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
At 26.1°N, Madinat Hamad experiences moderate seasonal variation in daylight, affecting fasting duration throughout Ramadan. Fasting hours in Madinat Hamad vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for Madinat Hamad's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Madinat Hamad and Manama share nearly identical sunset times due to their close proximity. The primary cause is the longitude difference between the cities — roughly 4 minutes of time difference per degree of longitude. Madinat Hamad is at latitude 26.11°, while Manama is at latitude 26.22°. Even small differences in latitude and elevation create measurable shifts in when sunset occurs.
The Umm al-Qura 18.5° method is most commonly used by mosques in Madinat Hamad. However, the best method for you depends on your local mosque or Islamic authority. We provide multiple standards on this page: Umm al-Qura 18.5°, ISNA 15°, Umm al-Qura 18.5°, and Diyanet 20°. Check with your mosque to confirm which they recommend, then use that method from the options available above.