Imsak and Iftar times in Saudi Arabia – 3 Ramadan 1445

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With the dawn of the third day of the blessed month of Ramadan, Muslims throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia continue their spiritual journey, armed with patience and piety, and meticulously observing the times for fasting and breaking the fast, which are essential to the validity of their fast. These times are of paramount importance as they mark the beginning and end of the day of fasting, which extends from the true dawn until sunset.

The historical and spiritual context of the month of Ramadan

The month of Ramadan holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims. It is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during which the Holy Quran was revealed as guidance for humanity and clear proofs of guidance and the criterion between right and wrong. Fasting during this blessed month is the fourth of the five pillars of Islam, and it is obligatory for every adult, sane, and capable Muslim. Fasting is not merely abstaining from food and drink; it is a school for self-discipline, where the Muslim refrains from anything that might invalidate their fast, whether in word or deed, striving to draw closer to God through acts of worship and obedience such as prayer, reciting the Quran, and giving charity.

The importance of the holy month and its impact in the Kingdom

In Saudi Arabia, the heart of the Islamic world, Ramadan is celebrated in its most beautiful form, with daily life transformed to reflect the month's spirituality. Streets and mosques are adorned with decorations, and work and school schedules are adjusted to accommodate the fasting. The month is also a quintessential social occasion, as families gather for iftar meals, and visits and kinship ties are strengthened. Regionally and internationally, Muslims turn their attention to Mecca and Medina, where the spiritual atmosphere reaches its peak. The Taraweeh and Qiyam prayers from the Two Holy Mosques are broadcast to millions of viewers worldwide, reinforcing the sense of unity and brotherhood among Muslims.

The National Center for Meteorology has announced the precise times for Imsak (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (breaking the fast) for Friday, corresponding to the 3rd of Ramadan, in a number of major cities in the Kingdom, as follows:

Riyadh: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:05 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 5:51 PM
Makkah: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:32 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:21 PM
Madinah: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:33 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:19 PM
Jeddah: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:34 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:24 PM
Dammam: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 4:52 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 5:36 PM
Abha: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:20 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:13 PM
Tabuk: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:46 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:28 PM
Buraidah: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:16 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:01 PM
Hail: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:26 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:08 PM
Al-Baha: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:24 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:16 PM
Arar: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:29 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:08 PM
Sakaka: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:32 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:12 PM
Jazan: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:19 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:14 PM
Najran: Imsak (pre-dawn meal) at 5:13 AM – Iftar (breaking the fast) at 6:07 PM