About Ramadan 2026 Sehri & Iftar Times in Joypurhat
Ramadan 2026 (Ramadan 1447 Hijri) is the ninth and holiest month of the Islamic lunar calendar. During this blessed month, Muslims across Bangladesh — including in Joypurhat — observe Sawm (fasting) from the pre-dawn meal of Sehri until the sunset prayer of Iftar. Ramadan in Bangladesh began on 19 February 2026 and concludes on 20 March 2026, subject to official moon sighting by the National Moon Sighting Committee.
What is Sehri? (সেহরি কী?)
Sehri (also spelled Suhoor or Sahri) is the pre-dawn meal consumed before the Fajr Azan. The deadline is the Imsak time — after which eating and drinking are not permitted. In Joypurhat, Sehri times for Ramadan 2026 range from 5:15 AM (1st Ramadan, 19 Feb) to 4:50 AM (30th Ramadan, 20 Mar). It is strongly recommended to stop eating a few minutes before Imsak as a precaution.
What is Iftar? (ইফতার কী?)
Iftar is the breaking of the fast at sunset, coinciding with the Maghrib prayer. In Joypurhat, Iftar begins at 6:03 PM on 19 February and extends to 6:16 PM by 20 March, as the days grow longer throughout the month. The Sunnah is to break fast immediately at Iftar with dates (খেজুর) and water.
Tips for a Healthy Ramadan Fast
- Hydrate between Iftar and Sehri: Drink 8–10 glasses of water to prevent daytime dehydration.
- Eat complex carbohydrates at Sehri: Oats, whole grain bread, and rice provide long-lasting energy.
- Break fast gently: Start Iftar with dates and water per Sunnah, then eat gradually.
- Include protein and fibre: Eggs, lentils, vegetables help sustain energy throughout the fast.
- Avoid excess fried foods: They cause fatigue and increase thirst during fasting hours.
- Limit caffeine: Tea and coffee are diuretics and worsen dehydration.
- Maintain your sleep schedule: Align rest periods around Sehri/Fajr and Tahajjud prayers.
How Are Times Calculated Across Bangladesh Districts?
Bangladesh spans approximately 3 degrees of longitude, creating a difference of up to 21 minutes in prayer times between the easternmost districts (Sylhet: −6 min, Cox's Bazar: −8 to −11 min) and westernmost districts (Rajshahi: +4/+7 min, Panchagarh: +5/+10 min) relative to Dhaka. The Islamic Foundation Bangladesh publishes individual Sehri and Iftar schedules for all 64 districts annually. All times on this page use the same official offset methodology as the Islamic Foundation. For Joypurhat, the offset applied is +3 minutes for Sehri and +5 minutes for Iftar.