Prayer times in Kandahar on Friday, November 20, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Kandahar begin with Fajr at 05:15, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:39. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:54, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 14:46. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 17:06, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 18:31.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 1 minute later than yesterday and Maghrib is unchanged from yesterday. As today is Friday, the communal Jumu'ah prayer replaces Dhuhr at 11:54.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Kandahar
Today in Kandahar, daylight lasts 10 hours and 27 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 12 hours and 9 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 23:10. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:12.
Prayer Time Variations in Kandahar for November
During November in Kandahar, Fajr ranges from 05:01 (day 1) to 05:22 (day 30), while Maghrib varies between 17:03 (day 30) and 17:18 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Kandahar, the Qibla direction is 252.5° from true north (west-southwest), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 2,804 km.
Calculation method
University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi
The prayer times shown are calculated according to University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi: Fajr is determined when the sun is 18° below the horizon, Isha at 18° below the horizon, and Asr is calculated using the standard rule (when an object's shadow equals its height plus noon shadow). Local mosques may introduce slight precautionary adjustments of a few minutes, so small discrepancies with your local timetable are normal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Fajr prayer in Kandahar today?
Fajr prayer in Kandahar begins at 05:15 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Kandahar today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 17:06 in Kandahar. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Kandahar tonight?
Isha prayer in Kandahar begins at 18:31 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 23:10.
What is the Qibla direction from Kandahar?
The Qibla direction from Kandahar is 252.5° from true north, oriented towards west-southwest. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 2,804 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Kandahar?
Times are calculated according to University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi, with Fajr set at 18° and Isha at 18°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.