Prayer Times in Şanlıurfa Today
Prayer times in Şanlıurfa today in detail
Prayer times in Şanlıurfa begin with Fajr at 05:20, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:48. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 12:09, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 15:05. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 17:28, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 18:51.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 1 minute later than yesterday and Maghrib is 2 minutes earlier than yesterday.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Şanlıurfa
Today in Şanlıurfa, daylight lasts 10 hours and 40 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 11 hours and 53 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 23:24. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:23.
Prayer Time Variations in Şanlıurfa for October
During October in Şanlıurfa, Fajr ranges from 04:53 (day 1) to 05:20 (day 31), while Maghrib varies between 17:28 (day 31) and 18:08 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Şanlıurfa, the Qibla direction is 176.5° from true north (south), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,754 km.
Calculation method
Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet, Turkey)
The prayer times shown are calculated according to Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet, Turkey): Fajr is determined when the sun is 18° below the horizon, Isha at 17° 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 Şanlıurfa today?
Fajr prayer in Şanlıurfa begins at 05:20 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Şanlıurfa today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 17:28 in Şanlıurfa. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Şanlıurfa tonight?
Isha prayer in Şanlıurfa begins at 18:51 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 23:24.
What is the Qibla direction from Şanlıurfa?
The Qibla direction from Şanlıurfa is 176.5° from true north, oriented towards south. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 1,754 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Şanlıurfa?
Times are calculated according to Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet, Turkey), with Fajr set at 18° and Isha at 17°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.