Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in Hamilton, Waikato, NZDT/NZST, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
05:42
When fasting begins today
MWL Method
Uses the Muslim World League standard (18° astronomical twilight), widely accepted globally.
Iftar time in Hamilton is based on the astronomical sunset at -37.8°N, 175.3°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 Hamilton lasts 12h 35m, which is approximately 100 minutes longer than at the start of Ramadan. Fasting hours are increasing gradually as daylight lengthens in the spring season.
At -37.8°N and 31m elevation in the Auckland timezone, Hamilton is in the temperate zone, where seasonal daylight changes are noticeable. During Ramadan in spring, fasting hours increase by about 5 minutes each day. Your elevation adds roughly 0.1 minutes to sunset timing.
By mid-Ramadan (day 15), you'll have gained an extra 75 minutes of fasting compared to the first day. Compared to Tauranga at -37.7°N, this results in about 0 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in Hamilton.
Hamilton's sunset is approximately 2 minutes earlier than Wellington, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Hamilton's sunset is approximately 11 minutes earlier than Christchurch, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Hamilton's sunset is approximately 94 minutes earlier than Newcastle, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Hamilton, sunset shifts slightly. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 1m earlier than yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 5 minutes longer than today in Hamilton, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 37.8° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of Hamilton's temperate 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 31m above sea level, Hamilton'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 Hamilton's exact location (-37.78°N, 175.28°E), timezone (Pacific/Auckland), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in Hamilton today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Hamilton's exact location (-37.78°S, 175.28°E) at 31m elevation. The calculation uses the MWL 18° method, which is international default standard.
Sehri end time in Hamilton 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 Hamilton's exact coordinates using the MWL 18° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
At -37.8°S, Hamilton experiences moderate seasonal variation in daylight, affecting fasting duration throughout Ramadan. Fasting hours in Hamilton vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for Hamilton's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Compared to Tauranga, Hamilton has sunset 4 minutes earlier than Tauranga 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. Hamilton is at latitude -37.78°, while Tauranga is at latitude -37.69°. 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 Hamilton. 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.