Fasting and worship times on the fourth day of Ramadan in the Kingdom
With the dawn of the fourth day of the blessed month of Ramadan 1447 AH, Muslims in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia renew their longing to draw closer to God through fasting, the fourth pillar of Islam. In this context, the National Center for Meteorology announced the precise times for the start and end of the fast for various cities and regions of the Kingdom, enabling those fasting to organize their day of worship and adhere to the correct fasting times.
The importance of knowing the times for fasting and breaking the fast
Ramadan is a month of mercy and forgiveness, during which Muslims abstain from food, drink, and all other things that break the fast from the true dawn (the time of Imsak) until sunset (the time of Iftar). Knowing these times precisely is essential for the validity of the fast. Imsak marks the beginning of a new day of patience and worship, while the Maghrib prayer (sunset prayer) is a moment of joy when families gather around the Iftar table, thanking God for His blessings and following the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) in hastening to break the fast.
Ramadan atmosphere in Saudi Arabia
During Ramadan, Saudi Arabia dons a unique spiritual atmosphere. Streets are adorned, charitable activities increase, and a profound spiritual ambiance pervades, particularly in the Two Holy Mosques in Mecca and Medina, which witness the arrival of millions of pilgrims and visitors from within the Kingdom and abroad. Daily life transforms, with tranquility and peace prevailing during the daytime, while markets and public spaces come alive after the Taraweeh prayers, reflecting the deep social and cultural significance of this holy month in the heart of the Islamic world.
Schedule of Imsak and Iftar times for Saturday, 4 Ramadan 1447
The following is a detailed table showing the times for Fajr (pre-dawn) and Maghrib (breaking the fast) prayers in the major Saudi cities for the fourth day of Ramadan, as announced by the National Center for Meteorology:
| City | Fajr time (Imsak) | Maghrib time (Iftar) |
|---|---|---|
| Riyadh | 5:05 AM | 5:51 PM |
| Mecca | 5:32 AM | 6:21 PM |
| AL Madinah AL Munawwarah | 5:33 AM | 6:19 PM |
| grandmother | 5:34 AM | 6:24 PM |
| Dammam | 4:52 AM | 5:36 PM |
| Abha | 5:20 AM | 6:13 PM |
| Tabuk | 5:46 AM | 6:28 PM |
| Buraydah | 5:16 AM | 6:01 PM |
| Hail | 5:26 AM | 6:08 PM |
| The courtyard | 5:24 AM | 6:16 PM |
| Juniper | 5:29 AM | 6:08 PM |
| Sakaka | 5:32 AM | 6:12 PM |
| Jazan | 5:19 AM | 6:14 PM |
| Najran | 5:13 AM | 6:07 PM |
Those fasting are advised to take into account the subtle time differences within each region and rely on the local call to prayer (Adhan) as the primary reference for the times of Imsak (pre-dawn meal) and Iftar (breaking the fast). May God accept everyone's fasting, prayers, and good deeds.
