Ramadan Calendar 2027 in Egypt: Sehri & Iftar Timings for Cairo, Alexandria & More

Ramadan Calendar 2027 in Egypt

Egypt's Ramadan calendar for 2027 is expected to open on the evening of Sunday, February 7, 2027, with the first fasting day falling on Monday, February 8, 2027, pending the official crescent moon announcement from Dar al-Ifta al-Misriyyah. This guide gives you the full 29-day, city-by-city Sehri (Suhoor) and Iftar timetable for Cairo, Alexandria, Giza, Luxor, Aswan and more, plus everything you need to plan the month with confidence.

When Does Ramadan 2027 Start in Egypt?

Because the Islamic Hijri calendar is lunar, Ramadan moves about 10–11 days earlier each Gregorian year. Ramadan 1447 AH fell in mid-February 2026, so Ramadan 1448 AH is projected to begin in early February 2027 — noticeably shorter, cooler fasting days for anyone in Egypt's winter climate.

Egypt's Dar al-Ifta typically holds its official Sidang (moon-sighting session) on the 29th night of Sha'ban. If the crescent is not sighted, Sha'ban is completed to 30 days and Ramadan begins one day later than projected here. We will update this page within hours of the official announcement, so bookmark it and check back in early February 2027.

Live Ramadan 2027 Countdown & Today's Prayer Times — Egypt

Full Ramadan 2027 Sehri & Iftar Timetable (Egypt) — Day by Day

The tables below show the complete 29-day Fajr (Sehri ends) and Maghrib (Iftar) schedule for Cairo/Giza, Alexandria, and Luxor/Aswan, interpolated from the Egyptian General Authority of Survey calculation method. Times shift by roughly one minute a day as daylight hours lengthen through February and March — treat minute-level figures as close estimates until Dar al-Ifta's official charts are released, and always confirm with a live local source on the day itself.

Cairo & Giza — Full 29-Day Timetable

Alexandria — Full 29-Day Timetable

Luxor & Aswan — Full 29-Day Timetable

Port Said, Mansoura, Hurghada & Sharm El Sheikh

Coastal and eastern cities sit close to Cairo's longitude, so their Sehri and Iftar times typically fall within 3–6 minutes of the Cairo table above. For a precise minute-by-minute schedule at your exact address, use the live widget higher on this page or an Aladhan-powered app set to the Egyptian General Authority of Survey calculation method.

How Egypt Determines the Start of Ramadan

Egypt follows the moon-sighting (ru'yah) method rather than fixed astronomical calculation alone. Dar al-Ifta al-Misriyyah convenes an official Sidang al-Isbat committee on the 29th of Sha'ban, combining reports from trained moon-sighting observers across Egyptian governorates with scientific data from the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG).

Why the Date Can Shift by a Day

• Crescent visibility: If the hilal is not physically sighted on the 29th night, Sha'ban is extended to 30 days and Ramadan starts a day later than the astronomical estimate.
• Weather conditions: Cloud cover along the Nile Valley or Red Sea coast can delay confirmed sightings even when the moon is technically visible elsewhere.
• Regional alignment: Egypt's announcement usually matches Saudi Arabia and most of the Muslim world within a day, though local practice always defers to Dar al-Ifta's own ruling for residents of Egypt.

Fasting in Egypt: What to Expect During Ramadan 2027

Because Ramadan 2027 falls in February and early March, fasting hours in Egypt will be relatively short — roughly 12 to 12.5 hours between Fajr and Maghrib, compared with 15+ hours during summer Ramadans. This makes it a physically easier fasting season, though cooler mornings mean many households shift their Sehri toward heartier, warming foods.

Daily Rhythm During Ramadan in Egypt

1. Sehri (pre-dawn meal): Typically eaten between 3:30 and 5:00 AM, ending strictly at Fajr adhan.
2. Fasting hours: No food, drink, or smoking from Fajr until Maghrib.
3. Iftar: Broken traditionally with dates and a glass of qamar al-din (apricot juice) or tamarind drink, followed by soup, then the main meal.
4. Taraweeh prayers: Held nightly at mosques across Cairo, Alexandria, and beyond, often drawing large crowds at Al-Azhar Mosque and Amr ibn al-As Mosque.

Ramadan Traditions Unique to Egypt

Egyptian Ramadan culture is famous well beyond its borders. A few traditions worth knowing if you're visiting or simply curious:

• Fanous Ramadan: Decorative tin-and-glass lanterns hung in homes, shops, and streets — a tradition said to date back over a thousand years to Fatimid Cairo.
• Maidat al-Rahman: Free communal iftar tables set up by mosques, charities, and individuals on streets nationwide, feeding travelers and those in need each evening.
• Mesaharati: The traditional pre-dawn drummer who walks neighborhood streets waking residents for Sehri, a custom still preserved in older Cairo districts.
• Ramadan television dramas (Musalsalat): Egypt produces some of the Arab world's most-watched Ramadan TV series, aired nightly after Iftar.

Al-Azhar Mosque draws large Taraweeh congregations throughout Ramadan

Zakat al-Fitr and Charity in Egypt During Ramadan 2027

Every fasting Muslim household in Egypt is expected to pay Zakat al-Fitr before the Eid al-Fitr prayer, typically set annually by Dar al-Ifta as a fixed cash amount per family member, based on the local price of a staple food quantity (traditionally around 2.5–3 kg of rice or its cash equivalent). The exact 2027 figure is announced by Dar al-Ifta shortly before Eid, so check their official channels in early March 2027 for the confirmed rate.

Practical Tips for Ramadan 2027 in Egypt

For Residents

• Shift grocery shopping to mornings before Iftar rush hours at supermarkets and street markets.
• Confirm your local mosque's Taraweeh schedule, as start times can vary slightly by neighborhood.
• Keep hydration steady between Iftar and Sehri, especially since February evenings can still be cool but daytime sun in Upper Egypt remains strong.

For Visitors and Tourists

• Many restaurants in tourist areas of Cairo, Luxor, and Sharm El Sheikh remain open for non-fasting visitors during the day, though local eateries may adjust hours.
• Experiencing an Iftar at a Maidat al-Rahman table or a Nile-side restaurant is a memorable way to witness Egyptian hospitality firsthand.
• Dress modestly when visiting mosques, particularly during evening Taraweeh prayers.

Frequently Asked Questions: Ramadan 2027 in Egypt

Mohammad Mamun

CEO & Editor-in-Chief, islamicinfocenter.com. Publishes Islamic calendar research, Hijri date tools, and Ramadan planning guides for Muslim communities worldwide.