As of February 18, 2026, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee is scheduled to meet after Maghrib for the official crescent sighting. According to astronomical forecasts from the Pakistan Meteorological Department, weather conditions are favorable, making it highly likely that Ramadan 2026 will begin on Thursday, February 19, 2026 in Pakistan.

If the crescent is officially confirmed tonight, Muslims across the country will observe their 1st Roza tomorrow.

Below is a complete, city-wise breakdown of Sehri and Iftar timings along with an Islamabad 30-day calendar and global comparisons.

🇵🇰 Pakistan – 1st Ramadan 2026 Timings (February 19)

Here are the expected Sehri end and Iftar start times across major Pakistani cities:

These times are based on current astronomical calculations and may vary slightly depending on your exact location within the city.

🕌 Islamabad Ramadan Calendar 2026 (Full 30 Days)

Below is the detailed Ramadan 2026 timetable for Islamabad:

Note: A 1-minute preventive adjustment is commonly applied (Sehri −1 minute, Iftar +1 minute) for safety.

🌍 Global Cities – 1st Ramadan 2026 Expected Timings

International timings vary significantly due to latitude differences and daylight duration.

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Important Ramadan 2026 Guidance

Time Variation

Prayer and fasting times may differ by 1–3 minutes depending on:

• Exact geographic location
• Calculation method
• Fiqa (Hanafi or Jafria)

Always follow your local mosque or officially issued city timetable.

Safety Recommendation

It is recommended to:

• Stop eating 2–5 minutes before Sehri ends
• Prepare for Iftar slightly before Maghrib

This precaution ensures the fast remains valid.

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Expected Eid-ul-Fitr 2026 Date

If Ramadan lasts 29 days, Eid is expected around March 20, 2026.
If Ramadan completes 30 days, Eid may fall on March 21, 2026.

Final confirmation will again depend on crescent sighting.

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Quick Answers to Common Questions

When was 1st Ramadan in Pakistan 2026?
Expected on February 19, 2026, subject to official announcement.

What time is Iftar in Ramadan 2026?
Varies by city; typically between 5:48 PM and 6:30 PM across Pakistan in early Ramadan.

How many days are in Ramadan 2026?
Either 29 or 30 days, depending on moon sighting.

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