Prayer Times in Kuwait City
If you are looking for the exact prayer times in Kuwait City, this page gives you today's accurate timings for all five daily prayers including comprehensive Ramadan information with Iftar and Suhoor times.
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Ramadan 2026 begins February 22 and ends March 23, 2026. Daily fasting hours: 13 hours 15 minutes at start, decreasing to 12 hours 30 minutes. Iftar begins at Maghrib, Suhoor ends at Fajr.
Source: Kuwait Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs
Ramadan in Kuwait
Complete Guide to Iftar, Suhoor, and Taraweeh Times
Suhoor Time
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(Fajr Adhan time)
Iftar Time
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(Maghrib Adhan time)
Taraweeh Prayer
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(15-20 min after Isha)
Complete Ramadan Guide for Kuwait
When is Ramadan 2026?
Ramadan 2026 (1447 AH) is expected to begin on Sunday, February 22, 2026 and end on Monday, March 23, 2026 based on astronomical calculations. However, the actual date is confirmed through moon sighting by Kuwait's Crescent Observation Committee and the Supreme Islamic Council.
📅 Note: This page will be automatically updated with the official announcement from Kuwait's Ministry of Awqaf.
Fasting Hours in Kuwait
During Ramadan 2026 in Kuwait, daily fasting hours will range between:
- Early Ramadan (February): Approximately 13 hours 15 minutes of fasting daily
- Mid-Ramadan (March): Approximately 12 hours 45 minutes
- Late Ramadan (March): Approximately 12 hours 30 minutes
Note: Fasting hours gradually decrease throughout the month as the Spring Equinox (March 21) approaches.
Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power)
Laylat al-Qadr is the holiest night in Islam, said to fall in the last 10 nights of Ramadan, particularly on odd-numbered nights (21st, 23rd, 25th, 27th, 29th). It's most widely believed to be the 27th night of Ramadan (around March 19-20, 2026).
🌙 Expected Laylat al-Qadr Dates 2026:
- • 21st Night: March 13, 2026 (Thursday)
- • 23rd Night: March 15, 2026 (Saturday)
- • 25th Night: March 17, 2026 (Monday)
- • 27th Night: March 19, 2026 (Wednesday) ⭐
- • 29th Night: March 21, 2026 (Friday)
Taraweeh Prayers in Kuwait Mosques
Taraweeh prayers are held in all Kuwait mosques after Isha prayer throughout Ramadan:
- Timing: 15-20 minutes after Isha Adhan
- Rak'ahs: 8 or 20 rak'ahs (varies by mosque)
- Duration: Approximately 45-60 minutes
- Famous Mosques: Grand Mosque, Al-Fateh Mosque, Mishary Al-Afasy Mosque
💡 Tip: Mosques can be crowded during the last 10 nights of Ramadan. Arrive 15-20 minutes early.
Iftar Tents in Kuwait
Free Iftar tents (Khaimat Al-Ihsan) are set up across Kuwait during Ramadan:
- Popular Locations: Safat Square, Souq Al-Mubarakiya, Gulf Road Corniche, Grand Mosque area
- Meals Provided: Complete Iftar with dates, water, juices, main courses
- Capacity: Some tents serve 500-1000 people daily
- Main Charities: Zakat House, Kuwait Red Crescent, Social Reform Society
Official Working Hours in Ramadan
According to Kuwait labor law, working hours are reduced during Ramadan:
- Government Sector: 6 hours daily (typically 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
- Private Sector: 6 hours for Muslims, 8 hours for non-Muslims
- Malls & Markets: Open afternoons and extend hours past midnight
- Restaurants: Most close during day and open at Iftar time
Important Ramadan Tips for Kuwait
Public Eating: Eating or drinking in public during daylight is illegal (fine up to 100 KD)
Water: Keep water bottle in car for emergency Iftar
Traffic: Expect heavy traffic 30 minutes before Iftar
Zakat: Most mosques accept Zakat and Fitrah donations during Ramadan
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