Prayer Times in Kafr ash Shaykh Today
Prayer times in Kafr ash Shaykh today in detail
Prayer times in Kafr ash Shaykh begin with Fajr at 04:42, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:11. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:41, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 14:45. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 17:09, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 18:28.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 1 minute later than yesterday and Maghrib is 1 minute earlier than yesterday.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Kafr ash Shaykh
Today in Kafr ash Shaykh, daylight lasts 10 hours and 58 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 11 hours and 33 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 22:55. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 00:51.
Prayer Time Variations in Kafr ash Shaykh for October
During October in Kafr ash Shaykh, Fajr ranges from 04:41 (day 30) to 05:40 (day 28), while Maghrib varies between 17:09 (day 31) and 18:42 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Kafr ash Shaykh, the Qibla direction is 138.5° from true north (southeast), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,394 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 Kafr ash Shaykh today?
Fajr prayer in Kafr ash Shaykh begins at 04:42 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Kafr ash Shaykh today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 17:09 in Kafr ash Shaykh. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Kafr ash Shaykh tonight?
Isha prayer in Kafr ash Shaykh begins at 18:28 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 22:55.
What is the Qibla direction from Kafr ash Shaykh?
The Qibla direction from Kafr ash Shaykh is 138.5° from true north, oriented towards southeast. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,394 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Kafr ash Shaykh?
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.