Prayer times in Semnan on Tuesday, November 17, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Semnan begin with Fajr at 05:07, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:34. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:42, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 14:28. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 17:07, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 17:57.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 1 minute later than yesterday and Maghrib is unchanged from yesterday.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Semnan
Today in Semnan, daylight lasts 10 hours and 33 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 12 hours and 1 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 23:07. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:07.
Prayer Time Variations in Semnan for November
During November in Semnan, Fajr ranges from 04:53 (day 1) to 05:18 (day 30), while Maghrib varies between 17:02 (day 27) and 17:20 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Semnan, the Qibla direction is 223.6° from true north (southwest), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 2,053 km.
Calculation method
Institute of Geophysics, University of Tehran
The prayer times shown are calculated according to Institute of Geophysics, University of Tehran: Fajr is determined when the sun is 17.7° below the horizon, Isha at 14° 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 Semnan today?
Fajr prayer in Semnan begins at 05:07 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Semnan today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 17:07 in Semnan. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Semnan tonight?
Isha prayer in Semnan begins at 17:57 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 23:07.
What is the Qibla direction from Semnan?
The Qibla direction from Semnan is 223.6° from true north, oriented towards southwest. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 2,053 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Semnan?
Times are calculated according to Institute of Geophysics, University of Tehran, with Fajr set at 17.7° and Isha at 14°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.