Imsak and Iftar times in Saudi Arabia – Monday, 6th of Ramadan

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With the dawn of the sixth day of the blessed month of Ramadan, the longing is renewed in the hearts of Muslims in Saudi Arabia and across the Islamic world to observe the fast, the fourth pillar of Islam. Strict adherence to the times of fasting and breaking the fast is an essential part of a valid fast, as Muslims abstain from food and drink from the true dawn until sunset.

The spiritual and social context of the month of Ramadan in the Kingdom

The month of Ramadan holds a special place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, home to the Two Holy Mosques and the Qibla (direction of prayer) for Muslims. During this month, daily life transforms; streets and mosques are adorned with lights, prayers and recitations resonate, and a spiritual and faith-filled atmosphere prevails. Fasting in Ramadan is not merely abstaining from food and drink; it is a school for self-discipline, strengthening willpower, and fostering empathy for the poor and needy, thus reinforcing the values of solidarity and compassion within the community.

The importance of accuracy in determining prayer and fasting times

The times for the start of the fast (Fajr) and the breaking of the fast (Maghrib) are based on precise astronomical calculations related to the sun's movement. These times vary by only a few minutes from one city to another within the same country. Reliable official bodies, such as the National Center of Meteorology in the Kingdom, are responsible for issuing these times to ensure their standardization and accuracy, thus helping Muslims perform their religious duties with certainty and peace of mind. This precise determination has a direct impact on the daily lives of millions, as families and institutions organize their schedules to align with the times of Iftar (breaking the fast) and Suhoor (pre-dawn meal).

Imsak and Iftar times for Monday, the 6th of Ramadan

The National Center for Meteorology announced the times for Imsak (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (breaking the fast) for Monday, the sixth of Ramadan, in a number of major cities in the Kingdom, as follows:

Riyadh: Imsak 5:03 AM – Iftar 5:53 PM
Mecca: Imsak 5:30 AM – Iftar 6:23 PM
Madinah: Imsak 5:31 AM – Iftar 6:21 PM
Jeddah: Imsak 5:32 AM – Iftar 6:25 PM
Dammam: Imsak 4:49 AM – Iftar 5:38 PM
Abha: Imsak 5:18 AM – Iftar 6:14 PM
Tabuk: Imsak 5:44 AM – Iftar 6:30 PM
Buraidah: Imsak 5:14 AM – Iftar 6:02 PM
Hail: Imsak 5:23 AM – Iftar 6:10 PM
Al-Baha: Imsak 5:23 AM – Iftar 6:17 PM
Arar: Imsak 5:26 AM – Iftar 6:10 PM
Sakaka: Imsak 5:29 AM – Iftar 6:14 PM
Jazan: Imsak 5:17 AM – Iftar 6:15 PM
Najran: Imsak 5:11 AM – Iftar 6:07 PM

Muslims are keen to follow these times daily to organize their Ramadan day, starting with the pre-dawn meal (suhoor) before the Fajr prayer, and ending with the Iftar meal that brings together family and friends at sunset.