Maghrib in Cairo on Sunday, November 8, 2026
The Maghrib adhan in Cairo is at 17:03 on Sunday, November 8, 2026, and the time for Maghrib lasts until Isha at 18:22. Maghrib is 1 minute earlier than yesterday. Tomorrow, Maghrib is at 17:02.
Maghrib is also the time of sunset and the start of iftar, so anyone fasting in Cairo can break their fast at 17:03. Times are calculated with the Egyptian General Authority of Survey method.
In November, Maghrib in Cairo is earliest on day 25 at 16:55 and latest on day 1 at 17:08.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Cairo
Today in Cairo, daylight lasts 10 hours and 49 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 11 hours and 43 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 22:54. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 00:51.
Prayer Time Variations in Cairo for November
During November in Cairo, Fajr ranges from 04:41 (day 1) to 05:01 (day 30), while Maghrib varies between 16:55 (day 25) and 17:08 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Cairo, the Qibla direction is 136.2° from true north (southeast), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,288 km.
Calculation method
Egyptian General Authority of Survey
The prayer times shown are calculated according to Egyptian General Authority of Survey: Fajr is determined when the sun is 19.5° below the horizon, Isha at 17.5° 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 Maghrib in Cairo on Sunday, November 8, 2026?
Maghrib in Cairo is at 17:03, and its time ends when Isha begins at 18:22.
What time is Maghrib in Cairo tomorrow?
Tomorrow, the Maghrib adhan in Cairo is at 17:02.
What time is iftar in Cairo?
Iftar in Cairo is at Maghrib at 17:03, right at sunset.
Why does Maghrib change every day in Cairo?
Maghrib follows the sunset, so it moves a little each day. In November it ranges from 16:55 to 17:08 in Cairo.