Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto, WET/WEST, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
05:24
When fasting begins today
MWL Method
Uses the Muslim World League standard (18° astronomical twilight), widely accepted globally.
Iftar time in Vila Nova de Gaia is based on the astronomical sunset at 41.1°N, 8.6°W. 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 Vila Nova de Gaia lasts 11h 38m, 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 41.1°N and 65m elevation in the Lisbon timezone, Vila Nova de Gaia 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 0.2 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 Porto at 41.1°N, this results in about 0 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in Vila Nova de Gaia.
Vila Nova de Gaia's sunset is approximately 0 minutes earlier than Maia, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Vila Nova de Gaia's sunset is approximately 1 minute later than Aves, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Vila Nova de Gaia's sunset is approximately 0 minutes earlier than Famalicão, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Vila Nova de Gaia, sunset shifts slightly. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 1m later than yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 5 minutes longer than today in Vila Nova de Gaia, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 41.1° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of Vila Nova de Gaia'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 65m above sea level, Vila Nova de Gaia'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 Vila Nova de Gaia's exact location (41.13°N, 8.62°W), timezone (Europe/Lisbon), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in Vila Nova de Gaia today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Vila Nova de Gaia's exact location (41.13°N, 8.62°W) at 65m elevation. The calculation uses the MWL 18° method, which is widely followed in Europe.
Sehri end time in Vila Nova de Gaia 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 Vila Nova de Gaia's exact coordinates using the MWL 18° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
At 41.1°N, Vila Nova de Gaia experiences moderate seasonal variation in daylight, affecting fasting duration throughout Ramadan. Fasting hours in Vila Nova de Gaia vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for Vila Nova de Gaia's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Vila Nova de Gaia and Porto 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. Vila Nova de Gaia is at latitude 41.13°, while Porto is at latitude 41.15°. 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 Vila Nova de Gaia. 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.