Prayer times in Richards Bay on Thursday, November 5, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Richards Bay begin with Fajr at 03:22, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 04:56. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:36, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 15:11. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 18:15, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 19:39.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 1 minute earlier than yesterday and Maghrib is unchanged from yesterday.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Richards Bay
Today in Richards Bay, daylight lasts 13 hours and 19 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 9 hours and 6 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 22:48. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 00:19.
Prayer Time Variations in Richards Bay for November
During November in Richards Bay, Fajr ranges from 03:05 (day 29) to 03:26 (day 1), while Maghrib varies between 18:12 (day 1) and 18:35 (day 29). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Richards Bay, the Qibla direction is 9.4° from true north (north), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 5,645 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 Richards Bay today?
Fajr prayer in Richards Bay begins at 03:22 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Richards Bay today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 18:15 in Richards Bay. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Richards Bay tonight?
Isha prayer in Richards Bay begins at 19:39 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 22:48.
What is the Qibla direction from Richards Bay?
The Qibla direction from Richards Bay is 9.4° from true north, oriented towards north. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 5,645 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Richards Bay?
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.