As the holy month of Ramadan nears its conclusion, residents of Giza Governorate, Egypt, are eagerly anticipating the official timing for Eid al-Fitr prayers. Families are planning their day around the occasion, intending to gather at squares and major mosques for the communal prayers that mark this joyous celebration.
The search for the precise prayer time in Giza has intensified in recent days, as people seek to align their schedules with astronomical calculations and announcements from relevant authorities. This year, Eid al-Fitr is expected to fall on Friday, March 20, 2026, according to astronomical observations. Here’s a detailed look at the expected timings for Eid prayers across Egypt, including Giza.
Astronomical Prediction for Eid al-Fitr 2026 in Egypt
The National Institute of Astronomical Research announced that the new crescent moon of Shawwal will be born immediately after the conjunction at 3:25 AM Cairo local time on Thursday, March 19, 2026, which corresponds to the 29th of Ramadan 1447 Hijri (the day of sighting).
The new crescent moon will remain visible in the skies of Mecca for 30 minutes and in Cairo for 35 minutes after sunset on that day. In other governorates of Egypt, the crescent will remain visible for between 30 and 37 minutes. Across Arab and Islamic capitals and cities, the new crescent will remain visible for periods ranging from 11 to 44 minutes. Based on these calculations, the first day of Shawwal 1447 Hijri, and therefore Eid al-Fitr, is expected to be on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Eid al-Fitr Prayer Time in Giza
Astronomical calculations prepared by the Sun Research Laboratory at the National Research Institute of Astronomy have determined the prayer times for Eid al-Fitr in various governorates and cities across Egypt.
Eid al-Fitr Prayer Times 2026 in Egyptian Governorates and Cities
-Cairo: 6:24 AM
-Giza: 6:24 AM
-Alexandria: 6:29 AM
-Port Said: 6:20 AM
-Suez: 6:19 AM
-Arish: 6:14 AM
-El Tor: 6:15 AM
-Saint Catherine: 6:13 AM
-Taba: 6:10 AM
-Sharm El Sheikh: 6:12 AM
-Damanhour: 6:27 AM
-Tanta: 6:25 AM
-Mansoura: 6:24 AM
-Zagazig: 6:23 AM
-Benha: 6:24 AM
-Shibin El Kom: 6:25 AM
-Kafr El Sheikh: 6:25 AM
-Fayoum: 6:26 AM
-Beni Suef: 6:25 AM
-Minya: 6:26 AM
-Asyut: 6:24 AM
-Sohag: 6:22 AM
-Qena: 6:18 AM
-Aswan: 6:18 AM
-Abu Simbel: 6:23 AM
-Marsa Matruh: 6:40 AM
-Hurghada: 6:14 AM
-El Kharga: 6:28 AM
-Ismailia: 6:20 AM
-Damietta: 6:22 AM
-El Salloum: 6:48 AM
-Nuweiba: 6:11 AM
-Halayeb: 6:03 AM
-Shalatin: 6:07 AM
These timings are based on astronomical calculations and are subject to slight adjustments based on official announcements. The Ministry of Religious Endowments will likely confirm the official prayer times closer to the date of Eid al-Fitr.
As families prepare to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, these prayer times offer a guide for planning their day and participating in the communal worship that marks this vital occasion. The coming days will be filled with anticipation as communities across Egypt prepare to welcome Eid with joy and devotion.
The next official update regarding the confirmation of Eid al-Fitr will come from the National Institute of Astronomical Research and the Ministry of Religious Endowments as the crescent moon sighting approaches. Stay tuned to official channels for the most accurate information.
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