Maghrib Adhan Time in Singapore & Saudi Arabia Today (14 March 2026): Haram Call to Prayer and Mahmoud Karakoki from Australia Take Centre Stage

As the sun sets today, Saturday, 14 March 2026, the Maghrib adhan will resonate, marking the end of another day of fasting in the blessed month of Ramadan. In this spiritual atmosphere, hearts turn to listen to the call to prayer that fills the world with tranquility, especially as this day coincides with the twenty-fifth of Ramadan 1447 AH, a time when serenity deepens as we bid farewell to the last ten days.

Maghrib Adhan Timings in Saudi Cities

Every city in our country has its own unique rhythm, but the moment is shared. According to March calendars, the timing varies slightly. In the capital, Riyadh, the Maghrib adhan will be called today at exactly 6:01 pm, while in Jeddah it will be at 6:30 pm. In Dammam, the Maghrib adhan is at 5:43 pm. For the residents of Makkah, iftar time today, Saturday, falls at 6:30 pm, allowing those fasting to gather at the table of Ar-Rahman immediately after the Maghrib prayer.

Night of 25 Ramadan: The Voice of Hashem Al-Saqaf Echoes in the Haram

The resonance of the Maghrib adhan from the Grand Mosque by Sheikh Hashem Al-Saqaf has continued to circulate widely in recent days. Back on the 8th of Dhul Qa'dah, he led the worshippers and called the adhan with his melodious voice, and recordings have been shared extensively with the advent of the last ten days. Beyond this, many are searching for recitations that combine blessed surahs, specifically from Al-Baqarah and An-Najm alongside the Maghrib adhan, creating a complete spiritual experience just before breaking the fast.

A Saudi Voice Resonating from Australia: Mahmoud Karakoki in Sydney

In a scene reflecting the global reach of the authentic Saudi voice, the name of reciter Mahmoud Karakoki has topped search trends in the past few hours. The story stems from a newly circulated recording showing him calling the Maghrib adhan at the Bankstown Mosque in Sydney, Australia. The recording, initially released late last November, has made a powerful comeback during Ramadan due to its profound emotion and maqam-inflected touches that transport you on a spiritual journey.

The beauty of it is that Karakoki is more than just a passing muezzin; he is a voice that reinterprets Islamic heritage with authentic eastern maqamat. Recently, he has released several works, including educational clips on calling the adhan in all vocal maqamat, and recitations of surahs like Al-Baqarah and Ayat al-Kursi, making him a familiar name in Saudi homes during this month.

Precious Moments: What Do Saudis Do Just Before Maghrib?

During these final days of Ramadan, the pace of life shifts just before Maghrib. Everyone is waiting. It's a scene that brings the family together around the table, children holding their glasses of water, everyone listening intently to the adhan. This year, we've noticed a growing interest in following muezzins from different corners of the world – not only from the Two Holy Mosques, but extending to Saudi voices abroad like Karakoki, or rare recordings from the Haram. This diversity offers a broader space for reflection and feeling the unity of the Islamic nation at the moment of iftar.

• In Makkah: Maghrib time is 6:30 pm.
• In Riyadh: Maghrib time is 6:01 pm.
• In Jeddah: Maghrib time is 6:30 pm.
• In Dammam: Maghrib time is 5:43 pm.

The Maghrib adhan remains the glad tidings that those fasting await everywhere. Today, as we live through the last days of Ramadan, don't forget to make dua during these blessed times when prayers are accepted, and share with us the most beautiful voices you follow in your cities.