Islamic Prayer Times

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Access accurate global prayer times and Islamic calendar details instantly. Toggle your preferred local juristic school and search standard geographical indices or trigger browser GPS parameters for high-precision calculations.

Last updated: 2026-07-31 Editorially reviewed by PakDigitalz Editorial Team
Calculations synced via secure AlAdhan astronomical databases. Standard ISNA/MWL/Hanafi offsets applied.

How Islamic Prayer Times Are Calculated

Islamic prayer times (Salat/Namaz) are determined by the position of the sun relative to the observer's geographic location. Worldwide calculation authorities establish astronomical solar angle thresholds for Fajr and Isha, alongside juristic rules for Asr shadow lengths.

🕌 Five Daily Prayers — Time Basis

FajrBefore sunrise — begins at true dawn (Subh Sadiq)
Zuhr/DhuhrAfter sun passes meridian (solar noon)
AsrAfternoon — shadow equals object length (Hanafi: 2x)
MaghribJust after sunset — lasts until dusk
IshaNight — begins when twilight disappears

🔢 Calculation Methods Compared

Islamic Society of NA (ISNA)Fajr 15°, Isha 15° (US & Canada standard)
Muslim World League (MWL)Fajr 18°, Isha 17° (Europe & global)
Umm al-Qura (Saudi Arabia)Fajr 18.5°, Isha 90min after Maghrib
Karachi (South Asia)Fajr 18°, Isha 18°
Egyptian General AuthorityFajr 19.5°, Isha 17.5°

Hanafi vs Shafi'i — Asr Prayer Time Difference

Shafi'i / Maliki / Hanbali / Ja'fari Madhab (Asr)

Asr begins when the shadow equals once the object's length plus noon shadow. This gives an earlier Asr time — standard across North America (ISNA), Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and global communities.

Hanafi Madhab (Asr)

Asr begins when the shadow of an object is twice its length plus the shadow at solar noon. This results in a later Asr time — followed by South Asian, Turkish, and Central Asian traditions.

Prayer Times — Common Questions

Q: What time is Fajr prayer today?
A: Fajr time begins at true dawn (Subh Sadiq) when the sun reaches the specified depression angle below the eastern horizon (15° for ISNA, 18° for Karachi/MWL). Use our location search or GPS button above for exact local Fajr times.
Q: How long does each prayer time window last?
A: Fajr lasts until sunrise. Zuhr lasts until Asr begins. Asr lasts until sunset. Maghrib lasts approximately 1–1.5 hours. Isha lasts until midnight (or Fajr according to some scholars).
Q: What is Ishraq, Chasht, and Awwabin prayer?
A: Ishraq is a voluntary prayer 15–20 minutes after sunrise. Chasht (Duha) is prayed when the sun is one-quarter up the sky. Awwabin are 6 Rak'ahs prayed after Maghrib.
Q: Does daylight saving time affect prayer times?
A: Yes. In countries that observe DST (like the US, UK, and Europe), prayer times shift by 1 hour automatically during daylight saving transitions.

How to Use This Tool

  1. Type your city and country or trigger the Map GPS locator button to get coordinates.
  2. Adjust Islamic Calculation Methods based on your regional organizations (e.g., ISNA, MWL, Karachi).
  3. Select your preferred Asr calculation school of thought (Hanafi or Shafi'i/Standard).
  4. Analyze the live countdown tracker showing precise time limits remaining for the next prayer.

Formula & Specifications

Spherical solar coordinate calculations synced via standard global API registries.

About Prayer Times Tracker | Global Salat Timings & Azan Clock

Accurate daily prayer times for any city worldwide. Calculates Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha with multiple calculation methods and juristic settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are astronomical prayer times calculated?

Prayer times are calculated based on the sun's position and astronomical coordinates (latitude and longitude) of your location, alongside local juristic conventions for Fajr, Asr, and Isha thresholds.

What is the difference between Hanafi and Shafi'i Asr times?

The difference lies in shadow length definitions. In the Shafi'i, Maliki, Ja'fari, and Hanbali schools, Asr starts when the shadow of an object equals its height. In the Hanafi school, it starts when the shadow is twice the object's height, shifting Asr about 45 to 60 minutes later.

Which calculation method should I select for my country?

Use 'ISNA' for North America, 'Muslim World League' for Europe and general global checks, 'Umm Al-Qura' for Saudi Arabia/Gulf, and 'Karachi' for South Asia.

Why do the calculated times sometimes differ slightly from my local mosque?

Astronomical calculators give exact mathematical solar times. Local mosques may apply safety margin offsets (e.g., adding 5 minutes to Maghrib) or coordinate congregational timings separately. Always consult your local jamat for exact prayer schedules.

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