Ramadan, which is the ninth month of Islamic calendar is very important to Muslims in the whole world. The UAE has millions of Muslims and it is a month of piety, introspection and communal togetherness. Fasting during the day until the evening, performing prayers, and other worship acts are the main elements of the festival of Ramadan. To the people in the UAE, it is necessary to determine the appropriate time to eat Sehri (pre-dawn meal), Iftar (meal to break the fast), and the five daily prayers as a way of ensuring a successful and spiritually satisfying Ramadan.
The guide will offer a full view of the Sehri, Iftar and prayer times in the UAE during Ramadan 2026 so that Muslims in the Emirates can be ready to enjoy the experience during this blessed month.
The Knowledge of Ramadan in the UAE
Ramadan is not an ordinary month of fasting, but the period of spiritual development, deepening of faith and unity among people. Islamic calendar is lunar, that is, Ramadan dates change with every year. Therefore, Muslims can hardly wait the coming of this religious month, and its rituals and practices that bring a sense of closeness to God (Allah).
Ramadan in the UAE is characterized by communal prayers, communal Iftar, charity, and spirituality. Bustling Dubai or the quietness of Fujairah, Ramadan gives both a chance to self-develop and unite. Correct knowledge on the timing of Sehri and Iftar is important in order to make sure that fasting is done exactly, and prayers are offered at the correct time.
Sehri (Pre-Dawn Meal) Timing
What is Sehri?
The meal at pre-dawn before the fast starts at Fajr, the first prayer of the day is known as sehri. It is a crucial meal, which gives energy and keeps a body alive during the long hours of fasting. The food must be healthy and refreshing, since it will make people healthy the whole day long.
Why is Timing Important?
The Sehri must be terminated prior to the Fajr prayer. The Fajr call to prayer is then the official beginning of the fast and once it ends, one cannot eat or drink till Iftar. The Sehri is also advised to be as near to the Fajr prayer as possible so as to get maximum out of the meal so as to be able to avoid hunger during the day.
Tips for Sehri
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Stay hydrated: Hydrate by drinking lots of water during the Sehri in order to stay hydrated throughout the day.
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Eat slow digesting foods: Eat foods such as oats, whole grains, and low calorie foods that give you long-lasting energy.
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Eat salty foods sparingly: Too much salt makes people dehydrated hence one should avoid taking salt excessively during Sehri.
Taking Iftar (Breaking the Fast) Timing
What is Iftar?
The meal at the time of breaking the fast at the time of the Maghrib prayer is referred to as Iftar. This is an extremely important meal in the Islamic religion, and it is the moment that families and communities come together and celebrate with food after a fast day.
Why is Timing Important?
The Iftar starts with Maghrib, which is when the sun sets. Iftar occurrence is very critical because it is the termination of the fasting. The prophet Muhammad (PBUH) taught the Muslims to consume dates and water to break the fast.
Tips for Iftar
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Take dates and water to break your fast: That is the Sunnah (tradition of the Prophet) and makes you strong in a short time.
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Balanced meals: Your Iftar meal has to contain fruits, vegetables, lean meat, and complex carbs.
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Eat less: It is tempting to overeat but this is not the best approach as it will cause one to feel uncomfortable when attending Taraweeh prayers.
| Date | Sehri Time | Iftar Time |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 18 | 5:00 AM | 6:30 PM |
| Feb 19 | 5:05 AM | 6:35 PM |
| Feb 20 | 5:10 AM | 6:40 PM |
| Feb 21 | 5:15 AM | 6:45 PM |
| Feb 22 | 5:20 AM | 6:50 PM |
| Feb 23 | 5:25 AM | 6:55 PM |
| Feb 24 | 5:30 AM | 7:00 PM |
| Feb 25 | 5:35 AM | 7:05 PM |
| Feb 26 | 5:40 AM | 7:10 PM |
| Feb 27 | 5:45 AM | 7:15 PM |
| Feb 28 | 5:50 AM | 7:20 PM |
| Feb 29 | 5:55 AM | 7:25 PM |
| Mar 1 | 6:00 AM | 7:30 PM |
| Mar 2 | 6:05 AM | 7:35 PM |
| Mar 3 | 6:10 AM | 7:40 PM |
| Mar 4 | 6:15 AM | 7:45 PM |
| Mar 5 | 6:20 AM | 7:50 PM |
| Mar 6 | 6:25 AM | 7:55 PM |
| Mar 7 | 6:30 AM | 8:00 PM |
| Mar 8 | 6:35 AM | 8:05 PM |
| Mar 9 | 6:40 AM | 8:10 PM |
| Mar 10 | 6:45 AM | 8:15 PM |
| Mar 11 | 6:50 AM | 8:20 PM |
| Mar 12 | 6:55 AM | 8:25 PM |
| Mar 13 | 7:00 AM | 8:30 PM |
| Mar 14 | 7:05 AM | 8:35 PM |
| Mar 15 | 7:10 AM | 8:40 PM |
| Mar 16 | 7:15 AM | 8:45 PM |
| Mar 17 | 7:20 AM | 8:50 PM |
| Mar 18 | 7:25 AM | 8:55 PM |
Times of Prayer During Ramadan 2026 in the UAE
Overview of Prayer Timings
Muslims take five prayers in a day during Ramadan, Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha. The prayers are time counted according to the position of the sun and the time is slightly different in different places.
In the year 2026, in the month of Ramadan, it is essential to observe the right time of the day to pray in the UAE so that worship and fasting can be done properly. We will deconstruct the prayer times in the cities of major cities in the UAE during the season of Ramadan.
| Date | Fajr | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 18 | 5:00 AM | 12:25 PM | 3:45 PM | 6:30 PM | 8:00 PM |
| Feb 19 | 5:05 AM | 12:30 PM | 3:50 PM | 6:35 PM | 8:05 PM |
| Feb 20 | 5:10 AM | 12:30 PM | 3:50 PM | 6:40 PM | 8:10 PM |
| Feb 21 | 5:15 AM | 12:30 PM | 3:55 PM | 6:45 PM | 8:15 PM |
| Feb 22 | 5:20 AM | 12:35 PM | 4:00 PM | 6:50 PM | 8:20 PM |
| Feb 23 | 5:25 AM | 12:35 PM | 4:00 PM | 6:55 PM | 8:25 PM |
| Feb 24 | 5:30 AM | 12:35 PM | 4:05 PM | 7:00 PM | 8:30 PM |
| Feb 25 | 5:35 AM | 12:40 PM | 4:10 PM | 7:05 PM | 8:35 PM |
| Feb 26 | 5:40 AM | 12:40 PM | 4:10 PM | 7:10 PM | 8:40 PM |
| Feb 27 | 5:45 AM | 12:40 PM | 4:15 PM | 7:15 PM | 8:45 PM |
| Feb 28 | 5:50 AM | 12:45 PM | 4:15 PM | 7:20 PM | 8:50 PM |
| Feb 29 | 5:55 AM | 12:45 PM | 4:20 PM | 7:25 PM | 8:55 PM |
| Mar 1 | 6:00 AM | 12:45 PM | 4:20 PM | 7:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| Mar 2 | 6:05 AM | 12:50 PM | 4:25 PM | 7:35 PM | 9:05 PM |
| Mar 3 | 6:10 AM | 12:50 PM | 4:25 PM | 7:40 PM | 9:10 PM |
| Mar 4 | 6:15 AM | 12:50 PM | 4:30 PM | 7:45 PM | 9:15 PM |
| Mar 5 | 6:20 AM | 12:55 PM | 4:30 PM | 7:50 PM | 9:20 PM |
| Mar 6 | 6:25 AM | 12:55 PM | 4:35 PM | 7:55 PM | 9:25 PM |
| Mar 7 | 6:30 AM | 1:00 PM | 4:35 PM | 8:00 PM | 9:30 PM |
| Mar 8 | 6:35 AM | 1:00 PM | 4:40 PM | 8:05 PM | 9:35 PM |
| Mar 9 | 6:40 AM | 1:00 PM | 4:40 PM | 8:10 PM | 9:40 PM |
| Mar 10 | 6:45 AM | 1:05 PM | 4:45 PM | 8:15 PM | 9:45 PM |
| Mar 11 | 6:50 AM | 1:05 PM | 4:45 PM | 8:20 PM | 9:50 PM |
| Mar 12 | 6:55 AM | 1:05 PM | 4:50 PM | 8:25 PM | 9:55 PM |
| Mar 13 | 7:00 AM | 1:10 PM | 4:50 PM | 8:30 PM | 10:00 PM |
| Mar 14 | 7:05 AM | 1:10 PM | 4:55 PM | 8:35 PM | 10:05 PM |
| Mar 15 | 7:10 AM | 1:10 PM | 4:55 PM | 8:40 PM | 10:10 PM |
| Mar 16 | 7:15 AM | 1:15 PM | 5:00 PM | 8:45 PM | 10:15 PM |
| Mar 17 | 7:20 AM | 1:15 PM | 5:00 PM | 8:50 PM | 10:20 PM |
| Mar 18 | 7:25 AM | 1:15 PM | 5:05 PM | 8:55 PM | 10:25 PM |
Getting Ready to Fast in 2026
Managing the Fasting Hours
During the Ramadan fast, it may be difficult to manage the fasting hours and this is more so in the hot weather in the UAE. The following are some of the tips that will enable you to stay energized:
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Consume foods that are rich in nutrients: Make a point of eating foods that are rich in complex carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats so that you become fuller longer.
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Keep hydrated: To avoid dehydration drink as much water as possible between Iftar and Sehmi.
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Sleep: It is important to sleep enough, as late-night prayers and early Sehri mean that one has to sleep a lot.
Apps and Technology of Ramadan Timings
As we now live in the age of the digital era, there are a number of apps and internet-based services that will guide you through Sehri, Iftar, and prayer times throughout Ramadan 2026. Some popular apps include:
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Muslim Pro: Provides the times of prayers, Quran readings and Iftar time.
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Ramadan Times: Tracks fasting hours and prayer times on where you are.
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Prayer Times UAE: The site gives the correct prayer times throughout the UAE.
These applications will make you never miss a prayer or Iftar time during the month of Ramadan.
The UAE has Special Ramadan Practices
Ramadan in the UAE is an introspective, prayerful and social season. Muslims also come together to hold community Iftars, Taraweeh prayers and conduct charity.
UAE also promotes donations during Ramadan and various organizations establish food banks and programs to donate to those in need. They also hold special occasions like charity drives and shared prayers to ensure that a feeling of unity and togetherness is felt.
Conclusion
Ramadan in 2026 at the UAE is set to be a spiritually fulfilling event among the Muslims because Ramadan is a period of fasting, worship, reflection and community. I can guarantee you a meaningful Ramadan by knowing and following the right times of the Sehri, Iftar and prayer. Be it in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or any other Emirate, right preparation, right food, and keeping in touch with the spirituality of this sacred month is the key to the fulfillment of Ramadan.
May this Ramadan be peaceful, blessed, and prosperous to one and all!
FAQ’s
When must I begin and conclude my Sehri?
Sehri ought to be stopped slightly before Fajr and it is preferable to have it as near to Fajr time as possible to get as much benefits as possible.
What is the time Iftar in my locality?
Iftar time begins at Maghrib. You may have a look at your local prayer app or mosque to know the exact Iftar times in your area.
So why are times to prayer different in each Emirate?
The time taken in prayer differs a notch because of the geographical differences and also because of the differences in the methods of calculation.
Am I able to use mobile applications in following the prayer times during the Ramadan?
Yes, such applications as Muslim Pro and Ramadan Times are excellent applications to remind you about your timetable on prayer and fasting.
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