Prayer times in San Francisco on Thursday, November 12, 2026 in detail
Prayer times in San Francisco begin with Fajr at 05:32, which is also when the fast begins (imsak) for those fasting, followed by sunrise at 06:47. Midday prayer Dhuhr takes place at 11:55, followed by Asr in the afternoon at 14:39. Maghrib arrives at sunset at 17:00, which is the time to break the fast (iftar), and the day concludes with Isha prayer at 18:15.
Comparing today's schedule with yesterday, Fajr is 1 minute later than yesterday and Maghrib is 1 minute earlier than yesterday.
Daylight, Night & Tahajjud Times in San Francisco
Today in San Francisco, daylight lasts 10 hours and 13 minutes from sunrise to Maghrib, while the night spans 12 hours and 33 minutes until tomorrow's Fajr. The Islamic midnight, marking the end of the preferred window for Isha prayer, occurs at 23:16. The blessed last third of the night, recommended for Qiyam al-Layl and Tahajjud prayers, begins at 01:22.
Prayer Time Variations in San Francisco for November
During November in San Francisco, Fajr ranges from 05:22 (day 1) to 05:48 (day 30), while Maghrib varies between 16:51 (day 29) and 17:11 (day 1). These daily shifts reflect the seasonal progression of daylight across the month.
Qibla direction
From San Francisco, the Qibla direction is 18.8° from true north (north-northeast), and the distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 13,176 km.
Calculation method
Islamic Society of North America (ISNA)
The prayer times shown are calculated according to Islamic Society of North America (ISNA): Fajr is determined when the sun is 15° below the horizon, Isha at 15° 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 San Francisco today?
Fajr prayer in San Francisco begins at 05:32 today. This also marks the start of the fast (imsak) for fasting Muslims.
When is Maghrib and iftar time in San Francisco today?
Maghrib begins at sunset at 17:00 in San Francisco. This is also the exact time for iftar to break the fast.
What time is Isha prayer in San Francisco tonight?
Isha prayer in San Francisco begins at 18:15 tonight. The preferred time for Isha continues until Islamic midnight at 23:16.
What is the Qibla direction from San Francisco?
The Qibla direction from San Francisco is 18.8° from true north, oriented towards north-northeast. The distance to the Kaaba in Mecca is 13,176 km.
How are prayer times calculated in San Francisco?
Times are calculated according to Islamic Society of North America (ISNA), with Fajr set at 15° and Isha at 15°. Asr uses the standard shadow rule.