Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in Khayelitsha, Western Cape, SAST, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
05:15
When fasting begins today
MWL Method
Uses the Muslim World League standard (18° astronomical twilight), widely accepted globally.
Iftar time in Khayelitsha is based on the astronomical sunset at -34.0°N, 18.7°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 Khayelitsha lasts 12h 31m, which is approximately 60 minutes longer than at the start of Ramadan. Fasting hours are changing moderately as the season progresses.
At -34.0°N and 23m elevation in the Johannesburg timezone, Khayelitsha 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 0.1 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 Mitchells Plain at -34.1°N, this results in about 0 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in Khayelitsha.
Khayelitsha's sunset is approximately 1 minute later than Paarl, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Khayelitsha's sunset is approximately 3 minutes later than Worcester, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Khayelitsha's sunset is approximately 15 minutes later than George, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Khayelitsha, sunset shifts slightly. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 2m earlier than yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 3 minutes longer than today in Khayelitsha, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 34.0° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of Khayelitsha'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 23m above sea level, Khayelitsha'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 Khayelitsha's exact location (-34.04°N, 18.68°E), timezone (Africa/Johannesburg), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in Khayelitsha today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Khayelitsha's exact location (-34.04°S, 18.68°E) at 23m elevation. The calculation uses the MWL 18° method, which is standard across Southern Africa.
Sehri end time in Khayelitsha 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 Khayelitsha's exact coordinates using the MWL 18° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
At -34.0°S, Khayelitsha experiences moderate seasonal variation in daylight, affecting fasting duration throughout Ramadan. Fasting hours in Khayelitsha vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for Khayelitsha's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Khayelitsha and Mitchells Plain 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. Khayelitsha is at latitude -34.04°, while Mitchells Plain is at latitude -34.05°. 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 Khayelitsha. 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.