Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 · 21st Ramadan 1447H
Iftar Time Today
Iftar in Santa Cruz, California, PST/PDT, using NOAA algorithms
Sehri Ends
06:02
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MWL Method
Uses the Muslim World League standard (18° astronomical twilight), widely accepted globally.
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Check PriceIftar time in Santa Cruz is based on the astronomical sunset at 37.0°N, 122.0°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 Santa Cruz lasts 11h 41m, 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 37.0°N and 48m elevation in the Los_Angeles timezone, Santa Cruz 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 San Jose at 37.3°N, this results in about 1 minutes of difference. These gradual daily changes are a defining feature of fasting in Santa Cruz.
Santa Cruz's sunset is approximately 0 minutes earlier than Sunnyvale, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Santa Cruz's sunset is approximately 2 minutes later than Salinas, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Santa Cruz's sunset is approximately 0 minutes earlier than Fremont, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Santa Cruz, sunset remains virtually unchanged. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 0m at the exact same time as yesterday.
Tomorrow's fast will be approximately 5 minutes longer than today in Santa Cruz, following the seasonal daylight pattern at 37.0° latitude. This daily progression is characteristic of Santa Cruz'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 48m above sea level, Santa Cruz'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 Santa Cruz's exact location (36.98°N, 122.03°W), timezone (America/Los_Angeles), and the current season to determine accurate sunset times throughout Ramadan.
Iftar in Santa Cruz today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Santa Cruz's exact location (36.98°N, 122.03°W) at 48m elevation. The calculation uses the ISNA 15° method, which is standard across North America.
Sehri end time in Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz's exact coordinates using the ISNA 15° method, though you can compare other calculation standards on this page.
At 37.0°N, Santa Cruz experiences moderate seasonal variation in daylight, affecting fasting duration throughout Ramadan. Fasting hours in Santa Cruz vary daily throughout Ramadan as sunset and Fajr shift with the season. The times shown on this page are calculated for Santa Cruz's exact location so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Compared to San Jose, Santa Cruz has sunset 1 minute earlier than San Jose 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. Santa Cruz is at latitude 36.98°, while San Jose is at latitude 37.30°. Even small differences in latitude and elevation create measurable shifts in when sunset occurs.
The ISNA 15° method is most commonly used by mosques in Santa Cruz. However, the best method for you depends on your local mosque or Islamic authority. We provide multiple standards on this page: ISNA 15°, 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.