Maghrib in Riyadh on Friday, October 30, 2026
The Maghrib adhan in Riyadh is at 17:14 on Friday, October 30, 2026, and the time for Maghrib lasts until Isha at 18:44. Maghrib is 1 minute earlier than yesterday. Tomorrow, Maghrib is at 17:14.
Maghrib is also the time of sunset and the start of iftar, so anyone fasting in Riyadh can break their fast at 17:14. Times are calculated with the Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah method.
In October, Maghrib in Riyadh is earliest on day 30 at 17:14 and latest on day 1 at 17:40.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Riyadh
Today in Riyadh, daylight lasts 11 hours and 15 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 11 hours and 26 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 22:57. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 00:51.
Prayer Time Variations in Riyadh for October
During October in Riyadh, Fajr ranges from 04:27 (day 1) to 04:40 (day 30), while Maghrib varies between 17:14 (day 30) and 17:40 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Riyadh, the Qibla direction is 244.2° from true north (west-southwest), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 793 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 Maghrib in Riyadh on Friday, October 30, 2026?
Maghrib in Riyadh is at 17:14, and its time ends when Isha begins at 18:44.
What time is Maghrib in Riyadh tomorrow?
Tomorrow, the Maghrib adhan in Riyadh is at 17:14.
What time is iftar in Riyadh?
Iftar in Riyadh is at Maghrib at 17:14, right at sunset.
Why does Maghrib change every day in Riyadh?
Maghrib follows the sunset, so it moves a little each day. In October it ranges from 17:14 to 17:40 in Riyadh.