Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in Leith, Edinburgh, City of, GMT/BST, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
04:39
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 Leith is based on the astronomical sunset at 56.0°N, 3.2°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 Leith lasts 11h 19m, which is approximately 240 minutes longer than at the start of Ramadan. Fasting hours are increasing rapidly as daylight extends at your high northern latitude.
At 56.0°N and 6m elevation in the London timezone, Leith is in the temperate zone, where seasonal daylight changes are noticeable. During Ramadan in spring, fasting hours increase by about 12 minutes each day. Your elevation adds roughly 0.0 minutes to sunset timing.
By mid-Ramadan (day 15), you'll have gained an extra 180 minutes of fasting compared to the first day. Compared to Edinburgh at 56.0°N, this results in about 0 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in Leith.
Leith's sunset is approximately 1 minute earlier than Livingston, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Leith's sunset is approximately 0 minutes earlier than Glenrothes, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Leith's sunset is approximately 2 minutes earlier than Falkirk, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Leith, sunset shifts slightly. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 2m later than yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 12 minutes longer than today in Leith, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 56.0° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of Leith's extreme northern 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 6m above sea level, Leith'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 Leith's exact location (55.98°N, 3.17°W), timezone (Europe/London), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in Leith today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Leith's exact location (55.98°N, 3.17°W) at 6m elevation. The calculation uses the MWL 18° method, which is followed by most UK mosques.
Sehri end time in Leith 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 Leith's exact coordinates using the MWL 18° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
Due to Leith's high latitude of 56.0°N, Ramadan will see extreme variations in fasting duration — expect fasts ranging from under 9 hours in winter to over 18 hours in summer. Fasting hours in Leith vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for Leith's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Compared to Edinburgh, Leith has sunset 57m lower elevation results in a slightly earlier sunset. The primary cause is the longitude difference between the cities — roughly 4 minutes of time difference per degree of longitude. Leith is at latitude 55.98°, while Edinburgh is at latitude 55.95°. 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 Leith. 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.