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Today’s Timings – Jammu
Ramadan Calendar 2026 – Jammu (Hanafi • Karachi • IST)
📌 Important Dates 2026 (IST)
- 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: Jammu (Feb 15, 2026) – IST Timezone
| Fiqh | Method | Sehar (Fajr) IST | Iftar (Maghrib) IST | Difference from Hanafi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hanafi | Karachi | 05:37 AM | 06:11 PM | — |
| Shafi | University of Islamic Sciences | 05:35 AM | 06:11 PM | Earlier Fajr by 2 min |
| Jafari | Tehran/Shia | 05:40 AM | 06:12 PM | Later Fajr by 3 min, later Iftar by 1 min |
Ramadan Guidelines for Jammu
Diverse Population
Jammu has a diverse religious population. Respect local customs. Mosques are present in Muslim-majority areas including Muthi, Talab Tillo, and Old City. Friday prayers are observed at major mosques.
Major Mosques in Jammu
• Jamia Masjid Jammu (Old City)
• Masjid Ahl-e-Hadith (Talab Tillo)
• Imambargah (Muthi)
• Various small mosques in Muslim neighborhoods
Taraweeh prayers held at these locations.
IST Timezone Note
Jammu follows Indian Standard Time (IST) which is GMT+5:30, 30 minutes ahead of Pakistan. Timings shown are in IST. If you’re crossing the border, adjust accordingly. Sehar ends ~5:30-5:40 AM IST, Iftar ~6:10-6:20 PM IST.
Weather in Ramadan
February-March in Jammu: Pleasant temperatures (12-26°C). Days get warmer as Ramadan progresses. Sehar times are cool, Iftar during daylight saving. Stay hydrated as temperatures rise in late March.
Local Moon Sighting
Jammu generally follows Indian moon sighting announcements. The start of Ramadan may differ by 1 day from Pakistan/Saudi Arabia. Check local mosque announcements or Markazi Chand Committee India for official dates.
Community iftar
Many organizations arrange community iftars in Jammu. Check with local mosques or Islamic centers. Zakat and Fitra (Fitrana) are usually collected before Eid. Fitra amount approx ₹50-70 per person in 2026.
Essential Ramadan Duas
Jammu Ramadan FAQs
- Jammu is at lower elevation (327m vs 1,585m Srinagar)
- Jammu is further south (32.7°N vs 34.0°N Srinagar)
- Result: Jammu Sehar is ~5-7 minutes later than Srinagar
- Jammu Iftar is ~8-10 minutes earlier than Srinagar
- Both follow IST timezone
