Imsak and Iftar times in Saudi Arabia – Thursday, 9th of Ramadan
As the ninth day of Ramadan dawns, Muslims across Saudi Arabia eagerly await the precise times for Imsak (the start of the fast) and Iftar (the breaking of the fast) to organize their day and observe the fast in the best possible way. These times are an essential part of the daily rituals practiced by those fasting, marking the beginning and end of their spiritual journey each day.
The religious and spiritual significance of the month of Ramadan
The month of Ramadan holds a special place in the hearts of Muslims. It is the month of fasting, prayer, and reciting the Quran, and it is the month in which the Holy Quran was revealed as guidance for humanity. Fasting, the fourth pillar of Islam, involves abstaining from food and drink from dawn (the time of Imsak) until sunset (the time of Iftar). However, fasting transcends mere physical abstinence; it is a spiritual exercise for self-discipline, strengthening piety, and fostering empathy for the suffering of the poor and needy, thus cultivating values of patience, compassion, and social solidarity.
The impact of prayer times on daily life in the Kingdom
Daily life in Saudi Arabia adapts significantly to the timings of Ramadan. Working hours in both the public and private sectors adjust to accommodate fasting, and traffic on the streets slows during the day, while cities come alive after sunset. The Iftar meal is a time for family and friends to gather around a single table, a deeply rooted social custom that strengthens familial and community bonds. Mosques are filled with worshippers for the Isha and Taraweeh prayers, creating a uniquely spiritual atmosphere during Ramadan nights.
Imsak and Iftar times for Thursday, the 9th of Ramadan
Due to the Kingdom's vast geographical area, prayer times vary slightly from city to city. The National Center for Meteorology has announced the precise times for Imsak (the start of the fast) and Iftar (breaking the fast) for Thursday, the ninth of Ramadan, in several major cities, as follows:
- Riyadh: Imsak 5:00 AM – Iftar 5:54 PM
- Mecca: Imsak 5:28 AM – Iftar 6:24 PM
- Madinah: Imsak 5:29 AM – Iftar 6:23 PM
- Jeddah: Imsak 5:30 AM – Iftar 6:27 PM
- Dammam: Imsak 4:47 AM – Iftar 5:40 PM
- Abha: Imsak 5:16 AM – Iftar 6:15 PM
- Tabuk: Imsak 5:41 AM – Iftar 6:32 PM
- Buraidah: Imsak 5:11 AM – Iftar 6:04 PM
- Hail: Imsak 5:21 AM – Iftar 6:12 PM
- Al-Baha: Imsak 5:21 AM – Iftar 6:18 PM
- Arar: Imsak 5:23 AM – Iftar 6:12 PM
- Sakaka: Imsak 5:26 AM – Iftar 6:17 PM
- Jazan: Imsak 5:16 AM – Iftar 6:16 PM
- Najran: Imsak 5:09 AM – Iftar 6:09 PM
Muslims are keen to follow these times accurately to ensure the validity of their fasting and prayers, using official calendars and reliable applications that make it easier for them to organize their daily worship during this holy month.
