Prayer times in Karbala on Thursday, November 12, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Karbala begin with Fajr at 05:06, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:31. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:49, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 14:44. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 17:05, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 18:25.
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 Karbala
Today in Karbala, daylight lasts 10 hours and 34 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 23:06. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:06.
Prayer Time Variations in Karbala for November
During November in Karbala, Fajr ranges from 04:58 (day 1) to 05:20 (day 30), while Maghrib varies between 16:58 (day 27) and 17:13 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Karbala, the Qibla direction is 199.5° from true north (south-southwest), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,312 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 Karbala today?
Fajr prayer in Karbala begins at 05:06 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Karbala today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 17:05 in Karbala. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Karbala tonight?
Isha prayer in Karbala begins at 18:25 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 23:06.
What is the Qibla direction from Karbala?
The Qibla direction from Karbala is 199.5° from true north, oriented towards south-southwest. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,312 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Karbala?
Times are calculated according to Muslim World League, with Fajr set at 18° and Isha at 17°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.