Prayer Times in Padangsidempuan Today
Prayer times in Padangsidempuan today in detail
Prayer times in Padangsidempuan begin with Fajr at 04:45, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:04. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 12:08, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 15:27. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 18:09, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 19:19.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 1 minute earlier than yesterday and Maghrib is unchanged from yesterday.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Padangsidempuan
Today in Padangsidempuan, daylight lasts 12 hours and 5 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 10 hours and 36 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 23:27. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:13.
Prayer Time Variations in Padangsidempuan for October
During October in Padangsidempuan, Fajr ranges from 04:45 (day 31) to 04:53 (day 1), while Maghrib varies between 18:09 (day 24) and 18:16 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Padangsidempuan, the Qibla direction is 293.8° from true north (west-northwest), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 6,804 km.
Calculation method
Ministry of Religious Affairs of Indonesia (Kemenag)
The prayer times shown are calculated according to Ministry of Religious Affairs of Indonesia (Kemenag): Fajr is determined when the sun is 20° 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 Padangsidempuan today?
Fajr prayer in Padangsidempuan begins at 04:45 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Padangsidempuan today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 18:09 in Padangsidempuan. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Padangsidempuan tonight?
Isha prayer in Padangsidempuan begins at 19:19 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 23:27.
What is the Qibla direction from Padangsidempuan?
The Qibla direction from Padangsidempuan is 293.8° from true north, oriented towards west-northwest. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 6,804 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Padangsidempuan?
Times are calculated according to Ministry of Religious Affairs of Indonesia (Kemenag), with Fajr set at 20° and Isha at 18°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.