Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in Addis Ababa, Addis_Ababa, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
05:25
When fasting begins today
MWL Method
Uses the Muslim World League standard (18° astronomical twilight), widely accepted globally.
Iftar time in Addis Ababa is based on the astronomical sunset at 9.0°N, 38.7°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 Addis Ababa lasts 12h 1m, which is approximately 20 minutes longer than at the start of Ramadan. Fasting hours are remaining stable, as equatorial regions have consistent day length.
At 9.0°N and 2442m elevation in the Addis_Ababa timezone, Addis Ababa is in the temperate zone, where seasonal daylight changes are noticeable. During Ramadan in spring, fasting hours increase by about 1 minutes each day. Your elevation adds roughly 8.5 minutes to sunset timing.
By mid-Ramadan (day 15), you'll have gained an extra 15 minutes of fasting compared to the first day. Compared to Bahir Dar at 11.6°N, this results in about 10 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in Addis Ababa.
Addis Ababa's sunset is approximately 16 minutes later than Jijiga, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Addis Ababa's sunset is approximately 3 minutes later than Mekele, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Addis Ababa's sunset is approximately 18 minutes earlier than Kurmuk, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Addis Ababa, sunset remains virtually unchanged. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 0m at the exact same time as yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 1 minute longer than today in Addis Ababa, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 9.0° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of Addis Ababa's equatorial 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 2442m above sea level, Addis Ababa'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 Addis Ababa's exact location (9.03°N, 38.74°E), timezone (Africa/Addis_Ababa), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in Addis Ababa today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Addis Ababa's exact location (9.03°N, 38.74°E) at 2442m elevation. The calculation uses the MWL 18° method, which is local standard method.
Sehri end time in Addis Ababa 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 Addis Ababa's exact coordinates using the MWL 18° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
Being near the equator at 9.0°, Addis Ababa experiences relatively consistent fasting hours year-round, with minimal seasonal variation compared to other latitudes. Fasting hours in Addis Ababa vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for Addis Ababa's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Compared to Bahir Dar, Addis Ababa has sunset 5 minutes later than Bahir Dar due to its more easterly position, and 647m higher elevation creates a slightly later sunset, and being further south means it has shorter fasting days during Ramadan. The primary cause is the longitude difference between the cities — roughly 4 minutes of time difference per degree of longitude. Addis Ababa is at latitude 9.03°, while Bahir Dar is at latitude 11.60°. Even small differences in latitude and elevation create measurable shifts in when sunset occurs.
The MWL 18° method is most commonly used by mosques in Addis Ababa. However, the best method for you depends on your local mosque or Islamic authority. We provide multiple standards on this page: MWL 18°, 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.