Berbera Prayer Times
Today's namaz and salah times for Berbera, Somalia: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, plus Azan times and Qibla direction.
Local Time
Today's Prayer Time
Today prayer times in Berbera
- Fajr: 4:29 AM
- Sunrise: 5:45 AM
- Dhuhr: 12:07 PM
- Asr: 3:30 PM
- Maghrib: 6:26 PM
- Isha: 7:38 PM
Islamic Resources for Berbera
About Berbera
Berbera sits on the Gulf of Aden coast in the Sahil region of northwestern Somalia, where the rhythm of the five daily prayers is woven into the life of a historic Red Sea trading port. Long a maritime gateway, the city served as a major port for the medieval Ifat, Adal, and Isaaq sultanates between the 13th and 19th centuries, and later as the capital of the British Somaliland protectorate before that role passed to Hargeisa, roughly 160 kilometres inland. Lying at a low coastal elevation near sea level and at a near-equatorial latitude of about 10.4 degrees north, Berbera experiences only modest seasonal change in its prayer schedule across the year. This page provides today's accurate prayer times for Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha in Berbera, calculated for the city's coordinates and refreshed daily.
Prayer Times in Berbera
Prayer times for Berbera are calculated using the Muslim World League method, a widely used standard across the region, and are shown in East Africa Time (UTC+3, the Africa/Mogadishu zone). Berbera does not observe daylight saving time, so the clock does not shift between seasons. Because the city lies close to the equator at about 10.4 degrees north, the length of daylight stays relatively stable through the year: dawn and dusk drift only moderately, so Fajr and Isha do not swing to the extremes seen at higher latitudes. Even so, the gradual seasonal movement of sunrise and sunset means each prayer time shifts by a few minutes from day to day, which is why the times above are recalculated daily for Berbera's coordinates. The Qibla, the direction of prayer toward the Kaaba in Mecca, lies at a bearing of about 336 degrees from Berbera, that is, toward the north-northwest.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prayer Times in Berbera
What calculation method is used for prayer times in Berbera?
The prayer times shown for Berbera use the Muslim World League calculation method, a widely adopted standard. This method defines specific solar angles for determining Fajr (dawn) and Isha (nightfall), which are then applied to Berbera's geographic coordinates to produce the daily schedule.
What time zone are Berbera prayer times shown in?
All prayer times for Berbera are displayed in East Africa Time (UTC+3), corresponding to the Africa/Mogadishu time zone. Berbera does not observe daylight saving time, so the times remain on the same offset throughout the entire year.
Which direction is the Qibla from Berbera?
From Berbera, the Qibla, the direction Muslims face toward the Kaaba in Mecca for prayer, is approximately 336 degrees, which points toward the north-northwest. You can use a compass or a Qibla-finding app aligned to this bearing to orient yourself for prayer.
Do prayer times in Berbera change much through the year?
Only modestly. Berbera lies near the equator at about 10.4 degrees north latitude, so the length of day and night stays relatively stable across the seasons. Fajr and Isha shift somewhat as sunrise and sunset move, but they avoid the large seasonal swings found in cities far from the equator. Even so, the times change by a few minutes each day, so it is best to check the daily schedule.
Prayer Time FAQ for Berbera
What time is Fajr prayer in Berbera today?
Fajr prayer time in Berbera today is 4:29 AM. This is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise.
What time is Dhuhr prayer in Berbera today?
Dhuhr prayer time in Berbera today is 12:07 PM. Dhuhr is the midday prayer, prayed once the sun has passed its highest point.
What time is Asr prayer in Berbera today?
Asr prayer time in Berbera today is 3:30 PM. Asr is the afternoon prayer.
What time is Maghrib prayer in Berbera today?
Maghrib prayer time in Berbera today is 6:26 PM. Maghrib is performed just after sunset.
What time is Isha prayer in Berbera today?
Isha prayer time in Berbera today is 7:38 PM. Isha is the night prayer, the last of the five daily prayers.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) in Berbera?
Jummah, the Friday congregational prayer, replaces Dhuhr and is prayed at midday in Berbera, around 12:07 PM. The khutbah timing varies between mosques, so check with your local masjid.
What is the Qibla direction from Berbera?
The Qibla from Berbera is 336°, facing north-west toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time Details for Berbera
Fajr
Fajr prayer time today in Berbera is 4:29 AM.
Dhuhr
Dhuhr prayer time today in Berbera is 12:07 PM.
Asr
Asr prayer time today in Berbera is 3:30 PM.
Maghrib
Maghrib prayer time today in Berbera is 6:26 PM.
Isha
Isha prayer time today in Berbera is 7:38 PM.
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