Ramadan is a sacred and spiritually transformative month for Muslims in Bristol and across the United Kingdom. For followers of Fiqah e Jafria (Shia), fasting and prayer timings follow the jurisprudence of Ahlulbayt (AS), with Maghrib observed slightly after sunset and fasting beginning at true dawn (Fajr).
The beginning and end of Ramadan remain subject to moon sighting.
Below is the updated timetable with full calendar dates included.
🌙 Bristol Ramadan Timetable – Fiqah e Jafria (Shia)
(Ramadan expected to begin 19 February – subject to moon sighting)
| Ramadan | Full Date (2026) | Imsaak | Dawn (Fajr) | Sunrise | Noon | Sunset | Maghrib | Midnight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19 February 2026 | 05:49 | 06:04 | 07:17 | 12:24 | 05:32 | 05:52 | 11:48 |
| 2 | 20 February 2026 | 05:47 | 06:02 | 07:15 | 12:24 | 05:34 | 05:54 | 11:48 |
| 3 | 21 February 2026 | 05:45 | 06:00 | 07:12 | 12:24 | 05:35 | 05:55 | 11:48 |
| 4 | 22 February 2026 | 05:43 | 05:58 | 07:10 | 12:23 | 05:37 | 05:57 | 11:48 |
| 5 | 23 February 2026 | 05:41 | 05:56 | 07:08 | 12:23 | 05:39 | 05:59 | 11:47 |
| 6 | 24 February 2026 | 05:39 | 05:54 | 07:06 | 12:23 | 05:41 | 06:01 | 11:47 |
| 7 | 25 February 2026 | 05:37 | 05:52 | 07:04 | 12:23 | 05:43 | 06:03 | 11:47 |
| 8 | 26 February 2026 | 05:35 | 05:50 | 07:02 | 12:23 | 05:44 | 06:04 | 11:47 |
| 9 | 27 February 2026 | 05:33 | 05:48 | 07:00 | 12:23 | 05:46 | 06:06 | 11:47 |
| 10 | 28 February 2026 | 05:31 | 05:46 | 06:58 | 12:22 | 05:48 | 06:08 | 11:47 |
| 11 | 1 March 2026 | 05:29 | 05:44 | 06:56 | 12:22 | 05:50 | 06:10 | 11:47 |
| 12 | 2 March 2026 | 05:27 | 05:42 | 06:54 | 12:22 | 05:51 | 06:11 | 11:47 |
| 13 | 3 March 2026 | 05:25 | 05:40 | 06:51 | 12:22 | 05:53 | 06:13 | 11:46 |
| 14 | 4 March 2026 | 05:22 | 05:37 | 06:49 | 12:22 | 05:55 | 06:15 | 11:46 |
| 15 | 5 March 2026 | 05:20 | 05:35 | 06:47 | 12:21 | 05:57 | 06:17 | 11:46 |
| 16 | 6 March 2026 | 05:18 | 05:33 | 06:45 | 12:21 | 05:58 | 06:18 | 11:46 |
| 17 | 7 March 2026 | 05:16 | 05:31 | 06:43 | 12:21 | 06:00 | 06:20 | 11:46 |
| 18 | 8 March 2026 | 05:14 | 05:29 | 06:40 | 12:21 | 06:02 | 06:22 | 11:45 |
| 19 | 9 March 2026 | 05:11 | 05:26 | 06:38 | 12:20 | 06:04 | 06:24 | 11:45 |
| 20 | 10 March 2026 | 05:09 | 05:24 | 06:36 | 12:20 | 06:05 | 06:25 | 11:45 |
| 21 | 11 March 2026 | 05:07 | 05:22 | 06:34 | 12:20 | 06:07 | 06:27 | 11:45 |
| 22 | 12 March 2026 | 05:05 | 05:20 | 06:32 | 12:20 | 06:09 | 06:29 | 11:44 |
| 23 | 13 March 2026 | 05:02 | 05:17 | 06:29 | 12:19 | 06:11 | 06:31 | 11:44 |
| 24 | 14 March 2026 | 05:00 | 05:15 | 06:27 | 12:19 | 06:12 | 06:32 | 11:44 |
| 25 | 15 March 2026 | 04:58 | 05:13 | 06:25 | 12:19 | 06:14 | 06:34 | 11:43 |
| 26 | 16 March 2026 | 04:55 | 05:10 | 06:22 | 12:19 | 06:16 | 06:36 | 11:43 |
| 27 | 17 March 2026 | 04:53 | 05:08 | 06:20 | 12:18 | 06:17 | 06:37 | 11:43 |
| 28 | 18 March 2026 | 04:51 | 05:06 | 06:18 | 12:18 | 06:19 | 06:39 | 11:42 |
| 29 | 19 March 2026 | 04:48 | 05:03 | 06:16 | 12:18 | 06:21 | 06:41 | 11:42 |
| 30 | 20 March 2026 | 04:46 | 05:01 | 06:13 | 12:17 | 06:22 | 06:42 | 11:42 |
Important Notes for Shia Muslims in Bristol
- Iftar (Maghrib) in Fiqah e Jafria begins after the redness in the eastern sky disappears, which is why Maghrib is observed a few minutes after sunset.
- Always confirm moon sighting announcements from your Marja-e-Taqleed or local Shia Islamic centre.
- Islamic midnight is relevant for certain prayers and rulings (e.g., Qadha of Maghrib/Isha).
Spiritual Preparation for Ramadan in Bristol
Ramadan in Bristol brings together families and communities in local mosques and Islamic centres. Many gather for:
- Congregational Maghrib & Isha prayers
- Majalis and Qur’an recitation
- Laylatul Qadr programmes (19th, 21st, 23rd nights)
- Community Iftars
Preparing early for Sehri and planning work schedules around Maghrib can help maintain consistency in worship and fasting.
How Fiqah e Jafria Sehri and Iftar Times Are Calculated
Shia (Fiqah e Jafria) timetables differ slightly from other Ramadan calendars in Bristol. Sehri ends at true dawn (Fajr), when the first light spreads across the horizon, and many people stop eating a few minutes earlier as a precaution. Iftar is at Maghrib, which in Shia jurisprudence is when the redness in the eastern sky disappears after sunset. This is usually about 10 to 15 minutes after sunset, so Shia iftar times are a little later than sunset times on general calendars.
Tips for Using This Timetable
- Times change by a minute or two each day, so check the date carefully.
- If you live outside the city centre, allow for a small difference of one to three minutes.
- Follow the announcement of your local Shia mosque or imambargah for the start of Ramadan and Eid, since these depend on moon sighting.
- Recite the dua for each day of the month from our Ramadan daily duas page.
Shia families in Bristol can also join our online Shia Quran classes in the UK, with one-to-one lessons scheduled in your local time zone. Book a free trial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Shia iftar time later than sunset in Bristol?
In Fiqah e Jafria, iftar is at Maghrib, when the redness in the eastern sky disappears after sunset. This is usually about 10 to 15 minutes after sunset.
When does Sehri end in Fiqah e Jafria?
Sehri ends at true dawn (Fajr). Many people stop eating a few minutes before Fajr as a precaution.
How is the start of Ramadan decided?
The start of Ramadan and Eid depends on sighting the new moon. Follow the announcement of your marja’s office or your local Shia centre.
