Karachi Prayer Times
Today's namaz and salah times for Karachi, Pakistan: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, plus Azan times and Qibla direction.
Local Time
Today's Prayer Time
Today prayer times in Karachi
- Fajr: 4:25 AM
- Sunrise: 5:52 AM
- Dhuhr: 12:39 PM
- Asr: 4:02 PM
- Maghrib: 7:24 PM
- Isha: 8:50 PM
Islamic Resources for Karachi
About Karachi
Karachi anchors the southern tip of Pakistan along the Arabian Sea coast, where it serves as the capital of Sindh province and the country's largest city. With a population well over 20 million, it is the most populous urban center in Pakistan and ranks among the largest cities in the world. Once the national capital from 1947 to 1959, Karachi remains Pakistan's premier industrial and financial hub and its most cosmopolitan metropolis. For the millions of Muslims who live and work here, daily prayer times shift gradually with the seasons, and this page presents the current schedule for Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha.
Situated at the southern edge of Pakistan on the Arabian Sea, Karachi is the capital of Sindh province and, with a population exceeding 20 million, the largest city in the country and one of the largest in the world. It served as Pakistan's first national capital from 1947 until 1959, and although the seat of government later moved north, the city retained its standing as the nation's foremost commercial gateway. Today it is ranked as a beta-global city and functions as Pakistan's premier industrial and financial center.
Karachi is widely regarded as Pakistan's most cosmopolitan city and is among its most linguistically, ethnically, and religiously diverse regions. Its near-sea-level setting, at an elevation of only a few meters, places it directly on the coast, shaping both its climate and its role as a major port. For residents observing the five daily prayers, the rhythm of worship is woven into the life of one of the busiest and most populous urban environments in the Muslim world.
Understanding Prayer Times in Karachi
Prayer times for Karachi are calculated using the method of the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi, a standard that originated in this very city and is widely applied across Pakistan. The city observes Pakistan Standard Time (Asia/Karachi) year-round and does not change clocks for daylight saving, so the times you see are not adjusted seasonally for DST. Lying at roughly 24.9 degrees north on the Arabian Sea coast, Karachi has a subtropical position, which gives it moderately longer days in summer and shorter days in winter without the extreme swings seen at higher latitudes. In practice this means Fajr arrives noticeably earlier and Isha later during the summer months, while the winter compresses the daylight prayers into a shorter span. The Qibla from Karachi points to a bearing of about 268 degrees, almost due west and very slightly toward the north, the direction worshippers face toward the Kaaba in Makkah.
Ramadan in Karachi
During Ramadan, the daily fast in Karachi begins at Suhoor before the Fajr adhan and ends at sunset with the Maghrib call to prayer. Because the city does not observe daylight saving time, the fasting window simply follows the natural progression of sunrise and sunset across the lunar month, with no clock adjustment to account for.
The length of the fasting day depends on which season Ramadan falls in. When the month occurs in summer, Karachi's longer daylight hours make for a more extended fast between Suhoor and Iftar, while a winter Ramadan brings shorter days and a correspondingly shorter fasting period. Throughout the month, the Fajr and Maghrib times listed on this page mark the start and end of each day's fast, and the nightly Isha prayer is followed by Taraweeh in mosques across the city.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prayer Times in Karachi
Which calculation method is used for prayer times in Karachi?
Prayer times for Karachi are calculated using the method of the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi. This is a widely used standard across Pakistan, and it takes its name from this city.
Does Karachi observe daylight saving time?
No. Karachi follows Pakistan Standard Time (Asia/Karachi) throughout the year and does not change its clocks for daylight saving. Prayer times therefore shift only with the natural seasonal change in sunrise and sunset, not with any clock adjustment.
In which direction is the Qibla from Karachi?
From Karachi, the Qibla points to a compass bearing of approximately 268 degrees. That is almost due west, leaning only very slightly toward the north, facing the Kaaba in Makkah.
Why do prayer times in Karachi change throughout the year?
Karachi lies at about 24.9 degrees north, a subtropical position, so the length of daylight varies moderately with the seasons. In summer the days are longer, making Fajr earlier and Isha later, while in winter the days are shorter and the daytime prayers fall closer together.
What are the five daily prayers observed in Karachi?
The five daily prayers are Fajr at dawn, Dhuhr after midday, Asr in the afternoon, Maghrib just after sunset, and Isha at night. The current times for each are shown in the live schedule on this page.
How are Ramadan fasting times determined in Karachi?
During Ramadan, the daily fast in Karachi begins at Suhoor before Fajr and ends at Iftar with the Maghrib call to prayer. Since the city does not use daylight saving time, the fasting hours follow the natural sunrise and sunset, with longer fasts in summer and shorter ones in winter.
Prayer Time FAQ for Karachi
What time is Fajr prayer in Karachi today?
Fajr prayer time in Karachi today is 4:25 AM. This is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise.
What time is Dhuhr prayer in Karachi today?
Dhuhr prayer time in Karachi today is 12:39 PM. Dhuhr is the midday prayer, prayed once the sun has passed its highest point.
What time is Asr prayer in Karachi today?
Asr prayer time in Karachi today is 4:02 PM. Asr is the afternoon prayer.
What time is Maghrib prayer in Karachi today?
Maghrib prayer time in Karachi today is 7:24 PM. Maghrib is performed just after sunset.
What time is Isha prayer in Karachi today?
Isha prayer time in Karachi today is 8:50 PM. Isha is the night prayer, the last of the five daily prayers.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) in Karachi?
Jummah, the Friday congregational prayer, replaces Dhuhr and is prayed at midday in Karachi, around 12:39 PM. The khutbah timing varies between mosques, so check with your local masjid.
What is the Qibla direction from Karachi?
The Qibla from Karachi is 268°, facing west toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time Details for Karachi
Fajr
Fajr prayer time today in Karachi is 4:25 AM.
Dhuhr
Dhuhr prayer time today in Karachi is 12:39 PM.
Asr
Asr prayer time today in Karachi is 4:02 PM.
Maghrib
Maghrib prayer time today in Karachi is 7:24 PM.
Isha
Isha prayer time today in Karachi is 8:50 PM.
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