Prayer Times in Mecca Today
Prayer times in Mecca today in detail
Prayer times in Mecca begin with Fajr at 05:06, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:23. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 12:04, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 15:20. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 17:45, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 19:15.
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 Mecca
Today in Mecca, daylight lasts 11 hours and 22 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 11 hours and 21 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 23:25. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:19.
Prayer Time Variations in Mecca for October
During October in Mecca, Fajr ranges from 04:56 (day 1) to 05:06 (day 31), while Maghrib varies between 17:45 (day 31) and 18:09 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Mecca, the Qibla direction is 172.4° from true north (south), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 0 km.
Calculation method
Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah
The prayer times shown are calculated according to Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah: Fajr is determined when the sun is 18.5° below the horizon, Isha at 90 minutes after Maghrib, 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 Mecca today?
Fajr prayer in Mecca begins at 05:06 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Mecca today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 17:45 in Mecca. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Mecca tonight?
Isha prayer in Mecca begins at 19:15 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 23:25.
What is the Qibla direction from Mecca?
The Qibla direction from Mecca is 172.4° from true north, oriented towards south. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 0 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Mecca?
Times are calculated according to Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, with Fajr set at 18.5° and Isha 90 minutes after Maghrib. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.