Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, IST, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
04:57
When fasting begins today
MWL Method
Uses the Muslim World League standard (18° astronomical twilight), widely accepted globally.
Iftar time in Varanasi is based on the astronomical sunset at 25.3°N, 83.0°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 Varanasi 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 25.3°N and 77m elevation in the Kolkata timezone, Varanasi 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 0.3 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 Mirzapur at 25.1°N, this results in about 1 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in Varanasi.
Varanasi's sunset is approximately 8 minutes earlier than Lucknow, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Varanasi's sunset is approximately 9 minutes later than Ranchi, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Varanasi's sunset is approximately 13 minutes later than Belahi, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Varanasi, sunset remains virtually unchanged. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 0m at the exact same time as yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 3 minutes longer than today in Varanasi, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 25.3° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of Varanasi'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 77m above sea level, Varanasi'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 Varanasi's exact location (25.32°N, 83.01°E), timezone (Asia/Kolkata), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in Varanasi today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Varanasi's exact location (25.32°N, 83.01°E) at 77m elevation. The calculation uses the ISNA 15° method, which is widely used across South Asia.
Sehri end time in Varanasi 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 Varanasi's exact coordinates using the ISNA 15° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
At 25.3°N, Varanasi experiences moderate seasonal variation in daylight, affecting fasting duration throughout Ramadan. Fasting hours in Varanasi vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for Varanasi's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Compared to Mirzapur, Varanasi has sunset 2 minutes later than Mirzapur due to its more easterly position. The primary cause is the longitude difference between the cities — roughly 4 minutes of time difference per degree of longitude. Varanasi is at latitude 25.32°, while Mirzapur is at latitude 25.15°. Even small differences in latitude and elevation create measurable shifts in when sunset occurs.
The ISNA 15° method is most commonly used by mosques in Varanasi. However, the best method for you depends on your local mosque or Islamic authority. We provide multiple standards on this page: ISNA 15°, 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.