Prayer times in Basra on Sunday, November 8, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Basra begin with Fajr at 04:47, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:09. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:34, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 14:34. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 16:56, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 18:14.
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 Basra
Today in Basra, daylight lasts 10 hours and 47 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 11 hours and 51 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 22:51. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 00:50.
Prayer Time Variations in Basra for November
During November in Basra, Fajr ranges from 04:42 (day 1) to 05:02 (day 29), while Maghrib varies between 16:48 (day 25) and 17:01 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Basra, the Qibla direction is 220° from true north (southwest), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,285 km.
Calculation method
Muslim World League
The prayer times shown are calculated according to Muslim World League: Fajr is determined when the sun is 18° below the horizon, Isha at 17° 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 Basra today?
Fajr prayer in Basra begins at 04:47 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Basra today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 16:56 in Basra. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Basra tonight?
Isha prayer in Basra begins at 18:14 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 22:51.
What is the Qibla direction from Basra?
The Qibla direction from Basra is 220° from true north, oriented towards southwest. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,285 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Basra?
Times are calculated according to Muslim World League, with Fajr set at 18° and Isha at 17°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.