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Gilgit Ramadan Timings 2026 | Sehar Iftar Times Gilgit-Baltistan | The Azadi Times

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Islamic Fiqh
Calculation Method
Current: Hanafi • Karachi University Method — Fajr angle: 18°, Isha angle: 18°. Standard for Northern Areas.
Latitude
35.9208°N
Longitude
74.3088°E
Timezone
PKT (GMT+5)
Elevation
1,500m

Today’s Timings – Gilgit

Sunday, February 15, 2026
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Sehar Ends (Fajr)
05:36
AM PKT
Stop eating before Fajr adhan (Hanafi)
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Iftar Time (Maghrib)
17:49
PM PKT
Break fast immediately at sunset
Time Until Ramadan 2026 Begins
03
Days
22
Hours
15
Minutes
30
Seconds

Ramadan Calendar 2026 – Gilgit (Hanafi • Karachi)

Today Friday Special Night

Important Dates 2026

  • 1 Ramadan (Feb 19): First day of fasting
  • 10 Ramadan (Feb 28): Battle of Badr
  • 15 Ramadan (Mar 5): Birth of Imam Hassan (AS)
  • 21-29 Ramadan (Mar 11-19): Last ten nights
  • 27 Ramadan (Mar 17): Most likely Laylat al-Qadr

Fiqh Comparison: Gilgit (Feb 15, 2026)

Fiqh Method Sehar (Fajr) PKT Iftar (Maghrib) PKT Difference
Hanafi Karachi 05:36 AM 05:49 PM Standard
Shafi Muslim World League 05:34 AM 05:49 PM Earlier Fajr by 2 min
Jafari Tehran 05:39 AM 05:50 PM Later Fajr by 3 min

Ramadan Guidelines for Gilgit-Baltistan

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Mountainous Region

Gilgit is situated at 1,500m elevation in the Karakoram mountain range. Fasting hours are moderate. Sunset times may vary slightly in different valleys.

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Major Mosques

• Markazi Jamia Masjid Gilgit • Imambargah Sultanul Azizan • Various mosques in Jutial, Danyore, and surrounding areas • Both Sunni and Shia congregations

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Weather in Ramadan

February-March in Gilgit: Cool to mild temperatures (5°C to 18°C). Pleasant fasting weather. Evenings remain cool. Light rain possible in March.

Timezone

Gilgit follows Pakistan Standard Time (PKT), GMT+5. No daylight saving. Timings are consistent throughout the year.

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Community Iftars

Many organizations arrange community iftars in Gilgit. Local charities distribute food to needy families. Zakat and Fitra collected before Eid.

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Educational Institutions

Karakoram International University and local colleges adjust schedules during Ramadan. Special Ramadan lectures and programs at various mosques.

Essential Ramadan Duas

وَبِصَوْمِ غَدٍ نَّوَيْتُ مِنْ شَهْرِ رَمَضَانَ
“I intend to keep the fast for tomorrow in the month of Ramadan.”
Intention for Fasting
When to recite: At Sehar before Fajr. All fiqh accept this intention.
اللَّهُمَّ لَكَ صُمْتُ وَعَلَى رِزْقِكَ أَفْطَرْتُ
“O Allah! I fasted for You and with Your sustenance I break my fast.”
Abu Dawud 2358
When to recite: At Iftar time before eating.
سُبْحَانَ ذِي الْمُلْكِ وَالْمَلَكُوتِ
“Glory be to the Owner of the Kingdom and the Dominion.”
Tasbih for Taraweeh
During Taraweeh: Recited between rak’ahs.
اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّكَ عَفُوٌّ تُحِبُّ الْعَفْوَ فَاعْفُ عَنِّي
“O Allah, You are Pardoning and love to pardon, so pardon me.”
Tirmidhi 3513
Laylat al-Qadr: Recommended for the Night of Power.

Gilgit Ramadan FAQs

What is the Sehar time for Gilgit today? +
Today’s Sehar time in Gilgit is 05:36 AM PKT (Hanafi/Karachi method). Sehar ends at Fajr adhan. Due to Gilgit’s northern latitude, Fajr times are slightly earlier than southern cities.
What is the Iftar time for Gilgit today? +
Today’s Iftar time in Gilgit is 05:49 PM PKT (Maghrib time). Break fast immediately at sunset. Mountainous terrain may cause slight variations in sunset timing across different valleys.
How do Gilgit timings compare with other cities? +
Comparison with major cities:
  • vs Islamabad: ~5-7 minutes earlier Sehar, ~3-4 minutes later Iftar
  • vs Skardu: ~2-3 minutes later Sehar, ~2 minutes earlier Iftar
  • vs Chitral: Similar timings within 1-2 minutes
  • vs Muzaffarabad: ~3 minutes earlier Sehar, ~2 minutes later Iftar
Which fiqh is most common in Gilgit? +
Gilgit has both Sunni (Hanafi) and Shia (Jafari) communities. The Markazi Jamia Masjid follows Hanafi fiqh. Imambargahs follow Jafari fiqh. Some areas also have Shafi followers. Our page provides all options.
Does Gilgit follow Saudi moon sighting or local? +
Gilgit generally follows the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee Pakistan. The start of Ramadan may follow Pakistani announcement rather than Saudi Arabia. Check local mosque announcements or official Pakistani channels.
What about Taraweeh prayers in Gilgit? +
Taraweeh prayers are held at all major mosques. Hanafi mosques typically pray 20 rak’ahs. Timings vary by mosque. Most start 15-20 minutes after Isha. Women’s sections available at larger mosques.

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