Prayer times in Erbil on Friday, November 6, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Erbil begin with Fajr at 05:04, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:32. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:49, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 14:41. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 17:03, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 18:26.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 1 minute later than yesterday and Maghrib is 1 minute earlier than yesterday. As today is Friday, the communal Jumu'ah prayer replaces Dhuhr at 11:49.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Erbil
Today in Erbil, daylight lasts 10 hours and 31 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 12 hours and 2 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 23:04. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:04.
Prayer Time Variations in Erbil for November
During November in Erbil, Fajr ranges from 05:00 (day 1) to 05:24 (day 29), while Maghrib varies between 16:50 (day 27) and 17:08 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Erbil, the Qibla direction is 195° from true north (south-southwest), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,692 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 Erbil today?
Fajr prayer in Erbil begins at 05:04 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Erbil today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 17:03 in Erbil. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Erbil tonight?
Isha prayer in Erbil begins at 18:26 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 23:04.
What is the Qibla direction from Erbil?
The Qibla direction from Erbil is 195° from true north, oriented towards south-southwest. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,692 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Erbil?
Times are calculated according to Muslim World League, with Fajr set at 18° and Isha at 17°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.