Prayer times in Colchester on Friday, November 13, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Colchester begin with Fajr at 05:15, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 07:12. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:42, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 13:44. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 16:08, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 17:59.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 2 minutes later than yesterday and Maghrib is 2 minutes earlier than yesterday. As today is Friday, the communal Jumu'ah prayer replaces Dhuhr at 11:42.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Colchester
Today in Colchester, daylight lasts 8 hours and 56 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 13 hours and 8 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 22:42. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 00:53.
Prayer Time Variations in Colchester for November
During November in Colchester, Fajr ranges from 04:56 (day 1) to 05:37 (day 30), while Maghrib varies between 15:50 (day 29) and 16:28 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Colchester, the Qibla direction is 120.5° from true north (east-southeast), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 4,753 km.
Calculation method
Muslim World League
The prayer times shown are calculated according to Muslim World League: 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 Colchester today?
Fajr prayer in Colchester begins at 05:15 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Colchester today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 16:08 in Colchester. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Colchester tonight?
Isha prayer in Colchester begins at 17:59 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 22:42.
What is the Qibla direction from Colchester?
The Qibla direction from Colchester is 120.5° from true north, oriented towards east-southeast. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 4,753 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Colchester?
Times are calculated according to Muslim World League, with Fajr set at 18° and Isha at 17°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.