Bandar Seri Begawan Prayer Times
Today's namaz and salah times for Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, plus Azan times and Qibla direction.
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Today prayer times in Bandar Seri Begawan
- Fajr: 4:59 AM
- Sunrise: 6:14 AM
- Dhuhr: 12:27 PM
- Asr: 3:52 PM
- Maghrib: 6:38 PM
- Isha: 7:48 PM
Islamic Resources for Bandar Seri Begawan
About Bandar Seri Begawan
Bandar Seri Begawan is the capital and largest city of Brunei, and the country's main commercial, cultural, and governmental centre. It sits within Brunei-Muara, the smallest yet most populous district, which is home to over 70 percent of the nation's population. Known as Brunei Town until it was renamed in 1970 in honour of Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III, the city today serves as the seat of government and the daily hub of Brunei's Muslim community.
Prayer Times in Bandar Seri Begawan
Bandar Seri Begawan keeps Brunei Darussalam Time (UTC+8) all year, with no daylight saving, so prayer times shift only with the natural seasons. Lying just under 5 degrees north of the equator, the city sees very little seasonal variation: day length stays close to twelve hours throughout the year, so Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha fall at nearly the same clock times each month with only minor drift. Times here are calculated using the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) method, which is widely followed across Brunei and the region.
Prayer Time Questions for Bandar Seri Begawan
What method is used to calculate prayer times in Bandar Seri Begawan?
Prayer times for Bandar Seri Begawan are calculated using the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) method, which is widely followed across Brunei and the wider region.
Does Bandar Seri Begawan observe daylight saving time?
No. Bandar Seri Begawan stays on Brunei Darussalam Time (UTC+8) throughout the year, so prayer times change only gradually with the seasons rather than with any clock changes.
Why do prayer times in Bandar Seri Begawan barely change through the year?
The city lies just under 5 degrees north of the equator, where day and night stay close to twelve hours each all year. As a result, the daily Fajr through Isha times move only slightly from month to month.
Which direction is the Qibla from Bandar Seri Begawan?
The Qibla from Bandar Seri Begawan is approximately 291 degrees, pointing west-northwest toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time FAQ for Bandar Seri Begawan
What time is Fajr prayer in Bandar Seri Begawan today?
Fajr prayer time in Bandar Seri Begawan today is 4:59 AM. This is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise.
What time is Dhuhr prayer in Bandar Seri Begawan today?
Dhuhr prayer time in Bandar Seri Begawan today is 12:27 PM. Dhuhr is the midday prayer, prayed once the sun has passed its highest point.
What time is Asr prayer in Bandar Seri Begawan today?
Asr prayer time in Bandar Seri Begawan today is 3:52 PM. Asr is the afternoon prayer.
What time is Maghrib prayer in Bandar Seri Begawan today?
Maghrib prayer time in Bandar Seri Begawan today is 6:38 PM. Maghrib is performed just after sunset.
What time is Isha prayer in Bandar Seri Begawan today?
Isha prayer time in Bandar Seri Begawan today is 7:48 PM. Isha is the night prayer, the last of the five daily prayers.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) in Bandar Seri Begawan?
Jummah, the Friday congregational prayer, replaces Dhuhr and is prayed at midday in Bandar Seri Begawan, around 12:27 PM. The khutbah timing varies between mosques, so check with your local masjid.
What is the Qibla direction from Bandar Seri Begawan?
The Qibla from Bandar Seri Begawan is 291°, facing west toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time Details for Bandar Seri Begawan
Fajr
Fajr prayer time today in Bandar Seri Begawan is 4:59 AM.
Dhuhr
Dhuhr prayer time today in Bandar Seri Begawan is 12:27 PM.
Asr
Asr prayer time today in Bandar Seri Begawan is 3:52 PM.
Maghrib
Maghrib prayer time today in Bandar Seri Begawan is 6:38 PM.
Isha
Isha prayer time today in Bandar Seri Begawan is 7:48 PM.
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