Prayer times in Leicester on Thursday, November 12, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in Leicester begin with Fajr at 05:22, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 07:21. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:50, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 13:50. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 16:15, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 18:08.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 2 minutes later than yesterday and Maghrib is 2 minutes earlier than yesterday.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in Leicester
Today in Leicester, daylight lasts 8 hours and 54 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 22:49. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:00.
Prayer Time Variations in Leicester for November
During November in Leicester, Fajr ranges from 05:05 (day 1) to 05:47 (day 30), while Maghrib varies between 15:54 (day 30) and 16:34 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From Leicester, the Qibla direction is 118.9° from true north (east-southeast), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 4,915 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 Leicester today?
Fajr prayer in Leicester begins at 05:22 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in Leicester today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 16:15 in Leicester. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in Leicester tonight?
Isha prayer in Leicester begins at 18:08 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 22:49.
What is the Qibla direction from Leicester?
The Qibla direction from Leicester is 118.9° from true north, oriented towards east-southeast. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 4,915 km.
How are prayer times calculated in Leicester?
Times are calculated according to Muslim World League, with Fajr set at 18° and Isha at 17°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.