Kuching Prayer Times
Today's namaz and salah times for Kuching, Malaysia: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, plus Azan times and Qibla direction.
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Today's Prayer Time
Today prayer times in Kuching
- Fajr: 5:24 AM
- Sunrise: 6:39 AM
- Dhuhr: 12:46 PM
- Asr: 4:10 PM
- Maghrib: 6:51 PM
- Isha: 8:00 PM
Islamic Resources for Kuching
About Kuching
Kuching is the capital and most populous city of Sarawak, set on the banks of the Sarawak River at the southwestern tip of the state on the island of Borneo. With a population of roughly 515,000 across its northern and southern administrative areas and an area of about 431 square kilometres, it is the largest urban centre in Sarawak and the seat of Kuching Division. The city sits almost on the equator at a latitude of about 1.6 degrees North and just 8 metres above sea level. This page provides today's prayer times for Kuching along with a daily schedule for Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha.
Prayer Times in Kuching
Prayer times for Kuching are calculated using the method of the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM), the standard authority for Malaysia, and are shown in Malaysia Time (Asia/Kuching, UTC+8). The region does not observe daylight saving time, so the schedule shifts only gradually with the seasons. Because Kuching lies almost on the equator, at roughly 1.6 degrees North, daylight length stays close to twelve hours all year, and the daily prayer times move very little from one season to the next. From Kuching, the qibla direction toward the Kaaba in Mecca is about 292 degrees, roughly west-northwest. The live table on this page shows the exact times for Fajr, sunrise, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha each day.
Frequently asked questions about prayer times in Kuching
What method is used to calculate prayer times in Kuching?
Prayer times for Kuching are calculated using the method of the Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM), which is the standard authority for prayer time calculation across Malaysia.
What time zone does Kuching use for prayer times?
Kuching follows Malaysia Time (Asia/Kuching), which is UTC+8. The region does not observe daylight saving time, so the clock does not change between summer and winter.
Which direction is the qibla from Kuching?
From Kuching the qibla toward the Kaaba in Mecca is approximately 292 degrees, which is roughly west-northwest. You can use the live table and tools on this page to align your prayer direction.
Prayer Time FAQ for Kuching
What time is Fajr prayer in Kuching today?
Fajr prayer time in Kuching today is 5:24 AM. This is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise.
What time is Dhuhr prayer in Kuching today?
Dhuhr prayer time in Kuching today is 12:46 PM. Dhuhr is the midday prayer, prayed once the sun has passed its highest point.
What time is Asr prayer in Kuching today?
Asr prayer time in Kuching today is 4:10 PM. Asr is the afternoon prayer.
What time is Maghrib prayer in Kuching today?
Maghrib prayer time in Kuching today is 6:51 PM. Maghrib is performed just after sunset.
What time is Isha prayer in Kuching today?
Isha prayer time in Kuching today is 8:00 PM. Isha is the night prayer, the last of the five daily prayers.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) in Kuching?
Jummah, the Friday congregational prayer, replaces Dhuhr and is prayed at midday in Kuching, around 12:46 PM. The khutbah timing varies between mosques, so check with your local masjid.
What is the Qibla direction from Kuching?
The Qibla from Kuching is 292°, facing west toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time Details for Kuching
Fajr
Fajr prayer time today in Kuching is 5:24 AM.
Dhuhr
Dhuhr prayer time today in Kuching is 12:46 PM.
Asr
Asr prayer time today in Kuching is 4:10 PM.
Maghrib
Maghrib prayer time today in Kuching is 6:51 PM.
Isha
Isha prayer time today in Kuching is 8:00 PM.
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