Prayer times in Bloemfontein on Monday, November 2, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Bloemfontein begin with Fajr at 03:48, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 05:21. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 12:00, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 15:34. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 18:37, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 20:00.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 1 minute earlier than yesterday and Maghrib is 1 minute later than yesterday.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Bloemfontein
Today in Bloemfontein, daylight lasts 13 hours and 16 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 9 hours and 10 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 23:12. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 00:43.
Prayer Time Variations in Bloemfontein for November
During November in Bloemfontein, Fajr ranges from 03:27 (day 29) to 03:49 (day 1), while Maghrib varies between 18:36 (day 1) and 18:59 (day 29). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Bloemfontein, the Qibla direction is 16.1° from true north (north-northeast), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 5,806 km.
Calculation method
Egyptian General Authority of Survey
The prayer times shown are calculated according to Egyptian General Authority of Survey: Fajr is determined when the sun is 19.5° below the horizon, Isha at 17.5° 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 Bloemfontein today?
Fajr prayer in Bloemfontein begins at 03:48 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Bloemfontein today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 18:37 in Bloemfontein. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Bloemfontein tonight?
Isha prayer in Bloemfontein begins at 20:00 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 23:12.
What is the Qibla direction from Bloemfontein?
The Qibla direction from Bloemfontein is 16.1° from true north, oriented towards north-northeast. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 5,806 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Bloemfontein?
Times are calculated according to Egyptian General Authority of Survey, with Fajr set at 19.5° and Isha at 17.5°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.