Prayer times in Ismailia on Friday, October 30, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Ismailia begin with Fajr at 04:36, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:04. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:36, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 14:41. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 17:05, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 18:24.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 59 minutes earlier than yesterday and Maghrib is 61 minutes earlier than yesterday. As today is Friday, the communal Jumu'ah prayer replaces Dhuhr at 11:36.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Ismailia
Today in Ismailia, daylight lasts 11 hours and 1 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 11 hours and 31 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 22:50. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 00:45.
Prayer Time Variations in Ismailia for October
During October in Ismailia, Fajr ranges from 04:36 (day 30) to 05:35 (day 29), while Maghrib varies between 17:04 (day 31) and 18:36 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Ismailia, the Qibla direction is 141.8° from true north (southeast), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,269 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 Fajr prayer in Ismailia today?
Fajr prayer in Ismailia begins at 04:36 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Ismailia today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 17:05 in Ismailia. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Ismailia tonight?
Isha prayer in Ismailia begins at 18:24 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 22:50.
What is the Qibla direction from Ismailia?
The Qibla direction from Ismailia is 141.8° from true north, oriented towards southeast. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,269 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Ismailia?
Times are calculated according to Egyptian General Authority of Survey, with Fajr set at 19.5° and Isha at 17.5°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.