Fajr in Cape Town on Saturday, October 31, 2026
The Fajr adhan in Cape Town is at 04:07 on Saturday, October 31, 2026, and the time for Fajr lasts until sunrise at 05:47. Fajr is 2 minutes earlier than yesterday. Tomorrow, Fajr is at 04:06.
Fajr is also the start of the fast, so anyone fasting in Cape Town should finish suhoor before 04:07. Times are calculated with the Egyptian General Authority of Survey method.
In October, Fajr in Cape Town is earliest on day 31 at 04:07 and latest on day 1 at 04:52.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Cape Town
Today in Cape Town, daylight lasts 13 hours and 27 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 8 hours and 52 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 23:40. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:08.
Prayer Time Variations in Cape Town for October
During October in Cape Town, Fajr ranges from 04:07 (day 31) to 04:52 (day 1), while Maghrib varies between 18:49 (day 1) and 19:14 (day 31). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Cape Town, the Qibla direction is 23.4° from true north (north-northeast), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 6,558 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 in Cape Town on Saturday, October 31, 2026?
Fajr in Cape Town is at 04:07, and its time ends at sunrise at 05:47.
What time is Fajr in Cape Town tomorrow?
Tomorrow, the Fajr adhan in Cape Town is at 04:06.
When does suhoor end in Cape Town?
Suhoor ends at Fajr, at 04:07 in Cape Town. Many people stop eating a few minutes earlier to be safe.
Why does Fajr change every day in Cape Town?
Fajr follows the sun, so it moves a little each day. In October it ranges from 04:07 to 04:52 in Cape Town.