Shia Iftar Time Karachi Today: 2026 Jafria Ramadan Calendar

For the Shia community in Karachi, precision in timing is not just a convenience—it is a cornerstone of the fast’s validity. According to the Fiqa-e-Jafria school of thought, the fast does not conclude exactly at astronomical sunset. Instead, it is broken upon Ghurub-e-Aftab, which occurs when the redness of the eastern sky disappears after the sun has set.

For Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (29 Shaban 1447 AH), the exact timings for the Jafria community in Karachi are:

• Today’s Jafria Sehri Ends (Imsak): 05:37 AM
• Today’s Jafria Iftar Time: 06:38 PM

Precise 30-Day Shia Ramadan Calendar 2026 Karachi

This year, Ramadan in Karachi falls during the late-winter cycle of February and March. The cooling sea breeze from the Arabian Sea often creates a coastal haze that can make visual timing difficult. Below is the verified Fiqa Jafria Karachi timetable for the entire holy month.

Ramadan	Date (2026)	Day	Jafria Sehri	Jafria Iftar
1	Feb 19	Thursday	05:37 AM	06:38 PM
2	Feb 20	Friday	05:36 AM	06:39 PM
3	Feb 21	Saturday	05:35 AM	06:40 PM
4	Feb 22	Sunday	05:35 AM	06:40 PM
5	Feb 23	Monday	05:34 AM	06:41 PM
6	Feb 24	Tuesday	05:33 AM	06:41 PM
7	Feb 25	Wednesday	05:32 AM	06:42 PM
8	Feb 26	Thursday	05:32 AM	06:42 PM
9	Feb 27	Friday	05:31 AM	06:43 PM
10	Feb 28	Saturday	05:30 AM	06:43 PM
11	Mar 01	Sunday	05:29 AM	06:44 PM
12	Mar 02	Monday	05:28 AM	06:44 PM
13	Mar 03	Tuesday	05:27 AM	06:45 PM
14	Mar 04	Wednesday	05:26 AM	06:45 PM
15	Mar 05	Thursday	05:25 AM	06:46 PM
16	Mar 06	Friday	05:25 AM	06:46 PM
17	Mar 07	Saturday	05:24 AM	06:47 PM
18	Mar 08	Sunday	05:23 AM	06:47 PM
19	Mar 09	Monday	05:22 AM	06:48 PM
20	Mar 10	Tuesday	05:21 AM	06:48 PM
21	Mar 11	Wednesday	05:20 AM	06:49 PM
22	Mar 12	Thursday	05:19 AM	06:49 PM
23	Mar 13	Friday	05:18 AM	06:50 PM
24	Mar 14	Saturday	05:17 AM	06:50 PM
25	Mar 15	Sunday	05:16 AM	06:51 PM
26	Mar 16	Monday	05:15 AM	06:51 PM
27	Mar 17	Tuesday	05:14 AM	06:52 PM
28	Mar 18	Wednesday	05:13 AM	06:52 PM
29	Mar 19	Thursday	05:12 AM	06:52 PM
30	Mar 20	Friday	05:11 AM	06:53 PM

Note: The actual start of Ramadan 2026 is subject to the moon sighting in Karachi and the official notification from the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.

Why Jafria Timings Differ in Karachi

A common question among Karachi’s residents is why there is a 10-minute gap between the Sunni (Hanafi) and Shia (Jafria) Iftar times. In the Jafria Fiqh, sunset alone is not sufficient to break the fast. The requirement is the passing of the “Eastern Redness” (Nawwas al-Maghrib).

In a coastal city like Karachi, atmospheric conditions can cause the sun to disappear visually before it has actually set astronomically or, conversely, stay visible longer due to sea-level refraction. Following the Jafria timetable ensures that the Wajib (obligatory) duration of the fast is completed with absolute certainty.

Key Rituals for the Karachi Shia Community

The spiritual life of the Ahle-Tashayyu in Karachi centers around several historic and communal hubs. During the 2026 Ramadan cycle, special arrangements are made across the city:

Majalis and Aamal during the 21st of Ramadan

The martyrdom of Imam Ali (A.S.) is observed with great solemnity in Karachi. Significant gatherings occur at:

• Mehfil-e-Murtaza (PECHS): Known for its organized Aamal and Majalis.
• Imambargah Yasrab (DHA): A major hub for residents of South Karachi.
• Khoja Masjid (Kharadar): The historic heart of the community with decades-old traditions.

Sehri and Iftar Supplications (Duas)

Following the Jafria school, it is highly recommended to recite specific duas to elevate the spiritual merit of the fast.

• Sehri Dua: وَبِصَوْمِ غَدٍ نَّوَيْتُ مِنْ شَهْرِ رَمَضَانَ
• Iftar Dua: اَللّٰهُمَّ اِنِّی لَکَ صُمْتُ وَبِکَ اٰمَنْتُ وَعَلَیْکَ تَوَکَّلْتُ وَعَلٰی رِزْقِکَ اَفْطَرْتُ

Geography Matters: Malir vs. Clifton Timings

Karachi’s massive urban sprawl means that the sunset timing is not uniform. If you are in Malir, Airport, or Bin Qasim, the sun sets roughly 90 to 120 seconds earlier than it does for someone in Clifton, Kemari, or Phase 8 DHA.

For the Jafria community, where a few minutes are crucial, it is advised to wait until the Adhan is heard from your local Imambargah or to use our verified coordinates to ensure you are not breaking the fast early. Our 2026 calendar accounts for these micro-variances by utilizing a central coordinate that protects the fast for all Karachi districts.

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