Ramadan Timetable  |  Updated 2026  |  12 minute read  |  Dates based on astronomical calculation and subject to moon sighting

Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027: The Ultimate 30 Day Sehri & Iftar Guide

Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027 begins with one date worth saving now: the first fast is expected on Monday 8 February 2027. This guide walks through the whole month for Cardiff, from the moon sighting night to Eid, plus daily Sehri and Iftar times, a free PDF, and simple planning ideas for families, students and workers across South Wales.

Exact prayer and iftar times should always come from your own mosque. This page explains how to read a timetable safely, why the dates move, and where to get a printable copy for your fridge or phone.

Why the Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027 Matters

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Read the full background in our complete guide to what Ramadan is. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, pray more, read the Quran and give to charity. The lunar year is about 11 days shorter than the solar year, so Ramadan moves roughly 11 days earlier every year.

In 2027 it falls across a South Wales winter into early spring. Fasting days stay short and manageable compared with the long summer fasts of recent years, which makes this an easier month for many households in Cardiff to plan around work and school routines.

Expected Dates in the Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027

Calculations from several UK organisations point to the same broad picture for Wales. The crescent is looked for on the evening of Sunday 7 February 2027, so the first fast in Cardiff is expected on Monday 8 February. See the Human Relief Foundation Ramadan 2027 guide for a similar projection.

7 Key Dates in the Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027

Please note: Ramadan lasts 29 or 30 days. Dates may shift by a day depending on whether your Cardiff mosque follows a local sighting, a calculation, or an overseas announcement.

Why Different Cardiff Mosques May Start on Different Days

Some mosques across Cardiff and the wider Vale of Glamorgan follow local moon sighting. Others follow a fixed calculation or a Saudi announcement. Both approaches are used by sincere Muslims. The safest rule is to follow the announcement of the mosque you attend, and to stay kind if a friend or neighbour starts on a different day.

Full Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027: All 30 Days

This is the complete Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027, shown day by day. Fajr marks the end of Sehri, and Maghrib is your Iftar time. Day 1 is the expected first fast, and every date moves by one day if your mosque starts a day later.

How these times were made: They are calculated for Cardiff (GMT, 51.48 degrees N, 3.18 degrees W) using the Muslim World League angles, 18 degrees for Fajr and 17 degrees for Isha, with Maghrib at sunset. Many local mosques use a different Fajr angle, so their Fajr can be later by up to about 20 minutes. Some also add a minute or two of caution to Maghrib. Always follow the timetable published by the mosque you attend.

Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027: Fasting Hours Explained

Cardiff sits on the Bristol Channel in South Wales, slightly south and west of most English cities, so its daylight pattern is close to Bristol and Newport with a small variation. Using the table above, the fast is about 11.4 hours on Day 1 and close to 13.2 hours by Day 29. Mosque timetables with a later Fajr angle will show a slightly shorter fast. Daylight grows by roughly four minutes every two days through February, so the fast lengthens steadily across the month.

How to Read Your Sehri and Iftar Times

• Sehri must finish before Fajr: Stop eating and drinking once Fajr begins, not at sunrise.
• Iftar starts at Maghrib: This is sunset, so break your fast the exact minute your timetable shows.
• Times change daily: Sunset moves a minute or two later each day through February and March.

Real example

A commuter in Cardiff Bay finishes work at 5pm on Day 1. Her Iftar falls close to that time, so she keeps dates and a bottle of water in her bag rather than waiting until she reaches home.

Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027 PDF Download

How to Prepare for Ramadan in Cardiff

Four weeks before

• Make up any missed fasts from last Ramadan.
• Start a light routine of Quran reading, even one page a day.
• Reduce caffeine slowly to avoid headaches on Day 1.

One week before

• Plan meals for Sehri and Iftar, and freeze a few soup or curry portions ahead of time.
• Ask your employer or school about flexible hours for prayer and rest.
• Read our guide to fasting for the rules of Sawm.

Healthy Fasting Tips for a Cardiff Winter Ramadan

At Sehri

Choose oats, eggs, yoghurt, fruit and plenty of water. These digest slowly and keep you full through a shorter winter fast.

At Iftar

Break your fast with dates and water, pray Maghrib, then eat a balanced meal. Heavy fried food straight away can leave you sluggish for Tarawih.

Medical advice

If you manage diabetes, take regular medication or are pregnant, speak with your GP or pharmacist before Ramadan begins. General guidance is available at NHS.uk. Islam gives clear exemptions to the ill, travellers, and anyone for whom fasting would cause harm.

Worship Plan: Tarawih, Quran and the Last Ten Nights

Many mosques across Cardiff hold Tarawih shortly after Isha. Because Isha in this Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027 falls in the early evening for most of the month, families can attend together without too late a night.

1. Quran goal: Reading around 20 pages a day completes the Quran within the month.
2. Charity: Set a daily amount, even a small one, and give steadily.
3. Last ten nights: Seek Laylat al Qadr on the odd nights with extra prayer and dua.

For a wider background on Islamic worship, visit Islamic Info Center and browse our prayer guides.

Eid al Fitr After the Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027

Eid is expected on Tuesday 9 or Wednesday 10 March 2027 in Cardiff. Before Eid prayer, every Muslim who is able pays Zakat al Fitr. Local mosques and community halls across the city often host Eid prayers, and times usually appear on mosque notice boards and social media a few days ahead.

To learn more about the wider Muslim community across the UK, see the Muslim Council of Britain.

Ramadan Explained: The Meaning Behind the Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027

Ramadan is more than a change in eating habits. Muslims believe the Quran began to be revealed during this month, and it describes fasting as a way to build God consciousness, or taqwa, in Surah Al Baqarah, verse 183. The goal is self control, gratitude and compassion for people who go hungry every day of the year.

The daily rhythm of a fasting day

A typical day has five parts: Sehri before Fajr, the fast itself, Iftar at Maghrib, Isha and Tarawih at night, and quiet time set aside for Quran. Once these parts sit on your calendar, the month feels far more manageable.

The intention (niyyah)

Every fast needs an intention made in the heart before Fajr. You do not need to say it aloud. Many people simply decide the night before that they will fast the following day.

What breaks the fast and what does not

• Breaks the fast: Deliberate eating, drinking, smoking and marital relations during daylight hours.
• Does not break the fast: Eating or drinking by mistake, brushing teeth, swimming, and blood tests. Rulings on medicines, injections and inhalers differ, so ask a qualified scholar or your pharmacist.

Missed fasts, fidyah and kaffarah

People who miss fasts because of illness, travel or menstruation make them up after Ramadan. Those with a lasting condition that prevents fasting normally give fidyah, which feeds a person in need for each missed day. Kaffarah applies to serious deliberate violations and carries its own rules, so consult a scholar.

Ramadan at Work, School and University in Cardiff

A winter and early spring Ramadan is easier in one respect, because daylight stays short. It remains a working month for most people, so a little planning helps a great deal.

For employees

• Speak to your manager in January about lunch break use, flexible start times and leave for the last ten nights.
• Book demanding meetings for the morning, when energy tends to be higher.
• Ask about a quiet room for Dhuhr and Asr prayers during the working day.

For students

Tell your teacher or tutor early, especially if you have PE lessons or exams during the month. Cardiff University, Cardiff Metropolitan University and local colleges often provide a prayer space and a room for breaking the fast. Sleep matters most, so plan homework before Isha where you can.

Practical example

A sixth form student in Cardiff finishes lessons at 3:30pm. She naps for thirty minutes, does homework until Maghrib, then eats a light Iftar. She prays Isha and Tarawih at the mosque, then reads a page of Quran before bed.

Family Life: Fasting With Children and Elders

Children are not required to fast until puberty, but many Cardiff families introduce it gently. A child might fast until lunchtime, or for one day each weekend, and be praised warmly for the effort.

Elders and people with health conditions should be cared for first. If a relative cannot fast, they are not failing. Islam gives them a clear exemption, and their prayers and kindness still carry great value.

Simple family traditions

• Break the fast together at least a few nights a week.
• Give each child a small role, such as setting the table or filling the water jug.
• Invite a neighbour to Iftar, Muslim or not.
• Keep a family Ramadan chart with a sticker for each completed fast.

Giving, Zakat and Community Service in Cardiff

Ramadan is known as the month of generosity. Many people pay their annual Zakat during this month, and all who can afford it pay Zakat al Fitr before Eid prayer. Learn the basics in our Zakat guide.

Ways to give locally in Cardiff

• Sponsor Iftar meals at your local mosque.
• Donate to a food bank in Cardiff or a nearby South Wales town.
• Check on elderly neighbours who may be fasting alone.
• Give a small regular sum every day, so charity becomes a habit rather than a single act.

Always give through registered charities you trust. Check the Charity Commission register to confirm a charity is properly registered.

Laylat al Qadr and the Last Ten Nights

The Night of Decree is described in the Quran as better than a thousand months. Its exact date is not fixed, and scholars advise looking for it on the odd nights of the last ten. In this Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027, the night of the 27th begins on the evening of Friday 5 March 2027, if the month begins as expected.

A simple plan for the last ten nights

1. Sleep earlier in the afternoon so you can stand in prayer at night.
2. Pray extra units and make dua in your own language.
3. Recite the dua often taught for these nights, asking Allah for forgiveness.
4. Consider itikaf if your mosque offers it and your work allows.

For more on prayer, see our guide to Namaz and Salah, and if you plan to travel for Umrah afterwards, read what Umrah is and how it works.

Week by Week Ramadan Preparation Plan

A calendar becomes useful only once you turn it into action. This plan starts in Shaban, the month before Ramadan, and uses the dates in the timetable above.

Four weeks before (from about 11 January 2027)

Review your work or study timetable. Speak to your employer, tutor or school. Set a realistic Quran goal, such as a small daily page count, and begin it now.

Two weeks before (from about 25 January 2027)

Practise fasting on Mondays and Thursdays, a recognised sunnah. Shop for dates, oats, rice, lentils and frozen vegetables. Clean and organise the home so the month feels calm from the first day.

The final week (from about 1 February 2027)

Print the timetable and stick it in the kitchen. Agree who will cook or prepare Sehri and Iftar on which days. Check your mosque's social media for the moon sighting announcement on Sunday 7 February.

During Ramadan

Review your routine at the end of each week. If you slept badly or felt weak, adjust your meals and bedtime. Small changes make a large difference over a full month of fasting.

A Sample Daily Schedule for Ramadan in Cardiff

After Ramadan: Muslims are encouraged to keep six voluntary fasts in Shawwal. Read about the month of Shawwal to plan them.

Common Ramadan Mistakes to Avoid

• Skipping Sehri: Even a few dates and water help carry you through the day.
• Overeating at Iftar: A heavy meal leaves you tired for prayer.
• Too much screen time: Ramadan nights pass quickly, so protect time for worship.
• Ignoring sleep: Tiredness leads to a short temper, which works against the purpose of fasting.
• Forgetting good character: The Prophet, peace be upon him, taught that fasting includes avoiding harsh speech.

How This Timetable Was Prepared and Why You Can Trust It

The start and Eid dates in the Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027 come from astronomical projections published by UK and international organisations, and they remain subject to the moon. The prayer times were calculated using standard solar formulas for Cardiff's coordinates. They are a planning tool, not a religious ruling. When your mosque publishes its own timetable, follow that one.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027

Tags: Cardiff Ramadan Timetable 2027, Ramadan Wales, Sehri and Iftar Times, Eid al Fitr 2027, Moon Sighting

Source consulted for calculation methodology: Islamic Society of North America (ISNA).

Disclaimer: This article is educational. Dates are projections and rulings vary between schools, so please consult your local imam or a qualified scholar, and always confirm exact times with your Cardiff mosque.