Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in The Hague, Zuid-Holland, CET/CEST, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
05:18
When fasting begins today
MWL Method
Uses the Muslim World League standard (18° astronomical twilight), widely accepted globally.
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Check PriceIftar time in The Hague is based on the astronomical sunset at 52.1°N, 4.3°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 The Hague lasts 11h 25m, which is approximately 160 minutes longer than at the start of Ramadan. Fasting hours are increasing rapidly as daylight extends at your high northern latitude.
At 52.1°N and 9m elevation in the Amsterdam timezone, The Hague is in the temperate zone, where seasonal daylight changes are noticeable. During Ramadan in spring, fasting hours increase by about 8 minutes each day. Your elevation adds roughly 0.0 minutes to sunset timing.
By mid-Ramadan (day 15), you'll have gained an extra 120 minutes of fasting compared to the first day. Compared to Zoetermeer at 52.1°N, this results in about 0 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in The Hague.
The Hague's sunset is approximately 1 minute later than Haarlem, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
The Hague's sunset is approximately 1 minute later than Dordrecht, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
The Hague's sunset is approximately 2 minutes later than Amsterdam, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In The Hague, sunset shifts slightly. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 2m later than yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 8 minutes longer than today in The Hague, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 52.1° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of The Hague's high 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 9m above sea level, The Hague'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 The Hague's exact location (52.08°N, 4.31°E), timezone (Europe/Amsterdam), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in The Hague today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for The Hague's exact location (52.08°N, 4.31°E) at 9m elevation. The calculation uses the MWL 18° method, which is widely followed in Europe.
Sehri end time in The Hague 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 The Hague's exact coordinates using the MWL 18° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
At 52.1°N, The Hague experiences moderate seasonal variation in daylight, affecting fasting duration throughout Ramadan. Fasting hours in The Hague vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for The Hague's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Compared to Zoetermeer, The Hague has sunset 1 minute earlier than Zoetermeer due to its more westerly position. The primary cause is the longitude difference between the cities — roughly 4 minutes of time difference per degree of longitude. The Hague is at latitude 52.08°, while Zoetermeer is at latitude 52.07°. 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 The Hague. 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.