The table shows the exact time for each of the five obligatory prayers for January 2026. The calculations were carried out according to the methodology recommended by theologians for the geographical coordinates of Ismailia. The method according to which the schedule is compiled and the madhhab can be changed in the settings.
Day
Fajr
Shuruk
Dhuhr
Asr
Maghrib
Isha
The schedule may differ from that adopted by local mosques. If you have the opportunity to observe sunrise and sunset on your own or hear the call to prayer (Azan) from the mosque, we recommend using your own observations.
Additional information
When is the time of the Duha prayer in Ismailia?
15-20 minutes after sunrise and ends 5-10 minutes before noon (zuhr). In Ismailia today (January 13) this period begins at and lasts until . It is preferable to perform closer to noon.
What time does Friday prayer start in Ismailia?
Friday prayers are performed in mosques every Friday at noon (replaces zuhr).
When should I not perform prayer?
In Islam, it is forbidden (maqruh) to pray when the solar disc crosses the horizon at both sunrise and sunset, as well as when it is at the highest point of its trajectory, the zenith. The schedule for Ismailia is calculated with these restrictions in mind.
Which madhab is used to calculate time in Ismailia?
The default time of Asr prayer for Ismailia is determined by the Hanafi madhad. Edit.
When is the witr performed?
Scholars are unanimous in their opinion that the time of performing the witr prayer comes with the coming of night and lasts until dawn. The best period falls at the beginning of the last third of the night and lasts until dawn. For January 13 in Ismailia it is an interval from till .
What's the best timing for Isha?
It is preferable to complete the prayer before midnight. Remember, however, that midnight, in Shariah terms, may be at 12 o'clock or 11 o'clock, depending on the time of the year.
Namaz
Sunnat
Fard
Sunnat
Nafl
Witr
Nafl
Fajr
2
2
-
-
-
-
Dhuhr
4
4
2
2
-
-
Asr
4
4
-
-
-
-
Maghrib
-
3
2
-
-
-
Isha
4
4
2
2
3
2
Sunnah mu'aqqadah is a highly desirable, confirmed Sunnah. If a person regularly misses them without a valid reason, he will have sin on him. Gayr mu'aqqadah or Mustahab are prayers that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) sometimes performed and sometimes not.
Qibla direction for Ismailia
The norms of Shariah prescribe that a Muslim must pray facing the Kaaba, which is located in the Holy Mosque in Mecca. This direction for Ismailia is indicated on the map. To determine it more accurately, zoom in and orient yourself by the location of nearby streets and houses.