Ramadan Timetable for UK Cities

Bedford Ramadan Timetable 2026

For the Muslim community in Bedford observing the holy month, this page provides the complete Ramadan timetable for 2026 (1447 AH). Use this schedule to plan your fasting (Sawm), prayers (Salah), and spiritual activities with ease and accuracy.

Important Note on Dates: The Islamic calendar is lunar, and the month begins with the sighting of the new crescent moon. While the timetable below is based on strong astronomical projections, the final, official start of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr will be confirmed by local moon-sighting committees. Please look out for announcements from the Bedford Central Mosque or your local Islamic centre.

Bedford Ramadan 2026 Prayer Timetable

The following table lists the daily prayer (Salah) times for Bedford, UK. All times are in 24-hour GMT/BST format. The fast begins at Fajr (dawn) and ends at Maghrib (sunset), which is the Iftar time.

DateRamadan DayFajr (Sehri Ends)SunriseDhuhrAsrMaghrib (Iftar)Isha
18/02/20261st Ramadan*05:3507:1112:2114:4917:2418:46
19/02/2026205:3307:0912:2114:5017:2618:48
20/02/2026305:3107:0712:2114:5217:2818:49
21/02/2026405:2907:0512:2014:5317:3018:51
22/02/2026505:2707:0312:2014:5517:3218:52
23/02/2026605:2507:0112:2014:5617:3318:54
24/02/2026705:2306:5912:2014:5717:3518:56
25/02/2026805:2106:5712:2014:5917:3718:57
26/02/2026905:1906:5512:2015:0017:3918:59
27/02/20261005:1706:5212:2015:0117:4119:00
28/02/20261105:1506:5012:1915:0317:4319:02
01/03/20261205:1306:4812:1915:0417:4419:03
02/03/20261305:1006:4612:1915:0517:4619:05
03/03/20261405:0806:4412:1915:0617:4819:07
04/03/20261505:0606:4112:1915:0817:5019:08
05/03/20261605:0406:3912:1815:0917:5219:10
06/03/20261705:0206:3712:1815:1017:5319:11
07/03/20261805:0006:3512:1815:1117:5519:13
08/03/20261904:5806:3212:1815:1317:5719:14
09/03/20262004:5506:3012:1715:1417:5919:16
10/03/20262104:5306:2812:1715:1518:0019:17
11/03/20262204:5106:2612:1715:1618:0219:19
12/03/20262304:4906:2312:1715:1718:0419:20
13/03/20262404:4706:2112:1615:1818:0619:22
14/03/20262504:4406:1912:1615:2018:0819:23
15/03/20262604:4206:1612:1615:2118:0919:25
16/03/20262704:4006:1412:1515:2218:1119:26
17/03/20262804:3806:1212:1515:2318:1319:28
18/03/20262904:3606:0912:1515:2418:1419:29
19/03/20263004:3306:0712:1515:2518:1619:31
20/03/2026Eid al-Fitr*04:3106:0512:1415:2618:1819:32

Table based on astronomical calculations for Bedford. Times are subject to minor variations and final moon sighting.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: When should I stop eating for Suhoor/Sehri?

You must finish your pre-dawn meal before the Fajr time begins, which is when the fast starts.

Q2: What time can I break my fast (Iftar)?

You may break your fast as soon as the Maghrib (sunset) time arrives for that day.

Q3: Why do the prayer times change each day?

Islamic prayer times are based on the sun’s position. As the days get longer in late winter/early spring, the fasting period gradually increases.

Q4: Are these times exact for my location in Bedford?

These times are calculated for central Bedford. There may be slight variations (1-3 minutes) in surrounding areas. For the most precise congregational prayer times, please follow the timetable issued by your local Bedford mosque.

Q5: When is Eid al-Fitr expected?

Eid al-Fitr is projected for Friday, 20 March 2026, following the 30 days of Ramadan. This is subject to the official sighting of the Shawwal moon.

Tips for Observing Ramadan in Bedford

  • Connect with Local Mosques: For the official moon-sighting announcement, Taraweeh prayer times, and community events, stay in touch with local Islamic centres like the Bedford Central Mosque or the Islamic Centre of Bedford.
  • Note the Changing Fasting Window: Observe how the Fajr time gets earlier and Maghrib later throughout the month. The fast on the first day (18 Feb) lasts approximately 11 hours and 49 minutes, extending to about 13 hours and 47 minutes by the last day (19 Mar).
  • Stay Hydrated and Nourished: Use the non-fasting hours effectively. Drink plenty of water and eat balanced, sustaining meals during Suhoor and Iftar.
  • Utilise Digital Tools: Consider using a reliable prayer time app (like Muslim Pro or IslamicFinder) set to Bedford’s location for daily notifications.

We wish the Muslim community in Bedford a peaceful, blessed, and spiritually uplifting Ramadan. Ramadan Mubarak!

For more comprehensive Islamic calendar information, you can consult trusted online resources or the official announcements from UK moonsighting bodies.

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