Imsak and Iftar times for Friday, the 17th of Ramadan in Saudi Arabia

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As the holy month reaches its midpoint, fasting Muslims in Saudi Arabia are increasingly searching for the times for Imsak (the start of the fast) and Iftar ( the breaking of the fast) on Friday, the 17th of Ramadan, to ensure they perform their religious duties at the correct times. This day holds special significance, as it coincides with the blessed Friday and is also the 17th day of Ramadan, a date with profound meaning in Islamic tradition.

The anniversary of the Battle of Badr and the importance of the 17th of Ramadan

The 17th of Ramadan holds immense historical and Islamic significance, as it marks the anniversary of the Battle of Badr, which took place in the second year of the Hijra. This battle is considered a pivotal turning point in Islamic history, as God granted victory to the Muslims despite their small numbers. Commemorating this event on this day enhances the spirituality of those fasting and encourages them to dedicate their fasting hours to supplication and remembrance of God, especially during the blessed hours of Friday.

Geographical diversity and its impact on time zones

Due to the vast geographical area of Saudi Arabia, prayer times vary significantly between the eastern, western, and central regions. This variation necessitates following the accurate daily updates issued by official bodies such as the National Center of Meteorology and the Presidency of Religious Affairs to ensure that one begins fasting before the Fajr prayer and breaks the fast immediately after sunset, reflecting the precision of the organization and adherence to religious rites.

List of Imsak and Iftar times in Saudi cities

Based on astronomical data and the approved calendar, prayer times for today have been determined in several major cities. Below are the details of the Imsak (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (breaking the fast) times as reported:

Dammam: Imsak begins with the Fajr prayer call at 4:39 AM, and Iftar time is at 5:44 PM.
Riyadh: The Fajr prayer call is at 5:53 AM, and Iftar (breaking the fast) is at 5:58 PM.
Makkah Al-Mukarramah: Fajr time is 5:21 AM, and Iftar is 6:27 PM.
Medina: Fajr 5:22 AM, Maghrib 6:27 PM.
Jeddah: Fajr 5:24 AM, Maghrib 6:30 PM.
Abha: Fajr 5:11 AM, Maghrib 6:18 PM.
Tabuk: Fajr 5:33 AM, Maghrib 6:37 PM.
Buraidah: Fajr 5:04 AM, Maghrib 6:09 PM.
Hail: Fajr 5:13 AM, Maghrib 6:17 PM.
Al-Baha: Fajr 5:15 am, Maghrib 6:21 pm.
Arar: Dawn 5:14 AM, and sunset 6:18 PM.
Sakaka: Fajr 5:18 AM, Maghrib 6:22 PM.
Jazan: Fajr 5:11 AM, Maghrib 6:18 PM.
Najran: Fajr 5:04 AM, Maghrib 6:11 PM.

Those fasting in the villages and governorates affiliated with these cities should take into account the subtle time differences, and may God accept everyone’s fasting and prayers.