Tanta Prayer Times
Today's namaz and salah times for Tanta, Egypt: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, plus Azan times and Qibla direction.
Local Time
Today's Prayer Time
Today prayer times in Tanta
- Fajr: 4:17 AM
- Sunrise: 6:02 AM
- Dhuhr: 1:03 PM
- Asr: 4:40 PM
- Maghrib: 8:01 PM
- Isha: 9:33 PM
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About Tanta
Tanta sits in the heart of Egypt's Nile Delta, roughly halfway along the route between Cairo and Alexandria, about 94 km north of the capital. As the seat of Gharbia Governorate and one of Egypt's larger cities, it has long served the surrounding agricultural region and is known as a centre of the cotton-ginning industry. For residents and visitors observing the five daily prayers, this page provides the times for Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha, calculated for Tanta's specific location in the central Delta.
Prayer Times in Tanta
Prayer times for Tanta are calculated using the method of the Egyptian General Authority of Survey, the standard authority for prayer timetables across Egypt. The city keeps Egypt time (Africa/Cairo, UTC+2), and because Egypt observes daylight saving time, the clock times for all five prayers shift accordingly during the summer months. At a latitude of about 31° north, Tanta sees a clear seasonal swing: summer brings long days with an early Fajr and a late Isha, while winter days are shorter, drawing the prayers closer together. The qibla from Tanta points roughly southeast, about 138° from true north, toward the Kaaba in Makkah. The live timetable on this page reflects each day's exact times.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prayer Times in Tanta
What method is used to calculate prayer times in Tanta?
The times shown for Tanta follow the method of the Egyptian General Authority of Survey, which is the standard reference for prayer timetables throughout Egypt. It sets the twilight angles used to determine Fajr and Isha.
Which direction is the qibla from Tanta?
From Tanta the qibla is approximately 138° measured from true north, which points to the southeast toward the Kaaba in Makkah. You can use a compass or a qibla app aligned to this bearing.
Do prayer times in Tanta change during the year?
Yes. Tanta lies at about 31° north, so daylight length varies noticeably with the seasons. In summer the days are long, with an earlier Fajr and a later Isha, while winter days are shorter. Egypt also observes daylight saving time, which shifts the clock times during the summer period.
Prayer Time FAQ for Tanta
What time is Fajr prayer in Tanta today?
Fajr prayer time in Tanta today is 4:17 AM. This is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise.
What time is Dhuhr prayer in Tanta today?
Dhuhr prayer time in Tanta today is 1:03 PM. Dhuhr is the midday prayer, prayed once the sun has passed its highest point.
What time is Asr prayer in Tanta today?
Asr prayer time in Tanta today is 4:40 PM. Asr is the afternoon prayer.
What time is Maghrib prayer in Tanta today?
Maghrib prayer time in Tanta today is 8:01 PM. Maghrib is performed just after sunset.
What time is Isha prayer in Tanta today?
Isha prayer time in Tanta today is 9:33 PM. Isha is the night prayer, the last of the five daily prayers.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) in Tanta?
Jummah, the Friday congregational prayer, replaces Dhuhr and is prayed at midday in Tanta, around 1:03 PM. The khutbah timing varies between mosques, so check with your local masjid.
What is the Qibla direction from Tanta?
The Qibla from Tanta is 138°, facing south-east toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time Details for Tanta
Fajr
Fajr prayer time today in Tanta is 4:17 AM.
Dhuhr
Dhuhr prayer time today in Tanta is 1:03 PM.
Asr
Asr prayer time today in Tanta is 4:40 PM.
Maghrib
Maghrib prayer time today in Tanta is 8:01 PM.
Isha
Isha prayer time today in Tanta is 9:33 PM.
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