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Prayer times in Miðvágur
This page shows today’s prayer times in Miðvágur, Vágar region, worked out for the city’s exact coordinates. You will find the time of Fajr, Sunrise, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha, a countdown to the next prayer, a monthly timetable you can print and the Qibla direction. The times use the Muslim World League method, which is the usual reference in the Faroe Islands.
Today’s prayer times in Miðvágur
- Fajr
- Sunrise
- Dhuhr
- Asr
- Maghrib
- Isha
Calculation settings
Calculated with the Muslim World League method.
Prayer calendar for Miðvágur
| Day | Hijri | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Summer and winter prayer times in Miðvágur
The table below shows the estimated prayer times in Miðvágur on four astronomical days of 2027. The earliest Fajr comes on 21 June at 2:21 AM, the longest day lasts 19 h 46 min, against only 5 h 08 min on 21 December. Isha ranges between 5:55 PM and 12:36 AM, while Dhuhr moves between 12:27 PM and 1:31 PM. These times are calculated for the coordinates of Miðvágur and can differ by a minute or two from the local mosque.
| Day | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 MarchSpring equinox | 3:54 AM | 6:31 AM | 12:36 PM | 3:38 PM | 6:43 PM | 9:10 PM |
| 21 JuneSummer solstice | 2:21 AM | 3:37 AM | 1:31 PM | 6:18 PM | 11:24 PM | 12:36 AM |
| 23 SeptemberAutumn equinox | 4:36 AM | 7:14 AM | 1:21 PM | 4:23 PM | 7:27 PM | 9:54 PM |
| 21 DecemberWinter solstice | 6:49 AM | 9:53 AM | 12:27 PM | 1:04 PM | 3:01 PM | 5:55 PM |
Compared with Tórshavn, Dhuhr in Miðvágur comes roughly 2 minutes later than in Tórshavn, and on the 21 June Maghrib is called 2 minutes later than in the capital. Miðvágur is 22 km from the capital, towards the west. For this reason we calculate every city with its own coordinates instead of using one timetable for the whole country.
Finding the Qibla from Miðvágur
The Qibla in Miðvágur is at 119.8° from true north, measured clockwise, that is approximately towards the south-east. The Kaaba in Makkah is 5,746 km away on the great circle. To face the Qibla, place your compass on a flat surface away from metal and electrical devices, then turn until the needle points to 119.8°.
Ramadan timetable for Miðvágur
Ramadan in Miðvágur: according to astronomical calculation, Ramadan 1448 AH should start on 8 February 2027. On the first day, suhoor ends (imsak) at 5:52 AM and the fast is broken at Maghrib, 4:51 PM, about 10 h 49 min of fasting. On the last day the fast lasts 13 h 37 min, longer by 168 minutes. Imsak is shown ten minutes before Fajr as a precaution; what counts for the fast is true dawn (Fajr).
Miðvágur on the map
The coordinates of Miðvágur are 62.0511° N and 7.1939° W. The closest places on our site are Tórshavn (22 km), Fuglafjørður (29 km), and Sandur (31 km). Open the prayer times of these places and see how they differ, which helps when you travel across Vágar region.
- Name
- Miðvágur
- Type
- Regional capital
- Part of
- Vágar region, Faroe Islands
- Population
- 1,040
- Coordinates
- 62.05111, -7.19389
- Time zone
- UTC, UTC+1 in summer
- Calculation method
- Muslim World League
- Qibla direction
- 119.8° (south-east)
- Distance to Makkah
- 5,746 km
Friday prayer and Asr time in Miðvágur
The default timetable uses the majority opinion (Shafi‘i, Maliki and Hanbali) for Asr. Following the Hanafi method, Asr in Miðvágur comes about 81 minutes later around the summer solstice (7:38 PM instead of 6:18 PM). Jumu‘ah is prayed at Dhuhr time, around 12:36 PM around the spring equinox, with small changes over the year.
Good to know: bookmark this page to check today’s times in one tap, and use the print button to get a paper copy of the monthly timetable for your home or the mosque.
Nearby cities to Miðvágur
- Tórshavn22 km · east
- Fuglafjørður29 km · north-east
- Sandur31 km · south-east
- Klaksvík37 km · north-east
- Tvøroyri59 km · south
Frequently asked questions about prayer times in Miðvágur
Do prayer times in Miðvágur differ from Tórshavn?
Yes. Miðvágur is 22 km from Tórshavn, towards the west, and Dhuhr in Miðvágur comes about 2 minutes later than in Tórshavn.
What time is Fajr in Miðvágur?
Fajr in Miðvágur depends on the season: about 2:21 AM on 21 June and about 6:49 AM on 21 December. Today’s exact time is shown at the top of this page.
What is the Qibla direction in Miðvágur?
The Qibla in Miðvágur is 119.8° from true north, towards the south-east. The Kaaba in Makkah is 5,746 km away.
Which calculation method is used for Miðvágur?
We use the Muslim World League method: Fajr at 18° and Isha when the sun is 17° below the horizon. You can change it in the settings of the prayer card.
When is Maghrib in Miðvágur?
Maghrib is at sunset: between 3:01 PM on 21 December and 11:24 PM on 21 June. Today’s time is in the card above.