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Prayer times in Ziguinchor
Salah times in Ziguinchor (Senegal): today’s Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha, the monthly calendar and the Qibla direction. Ziguinchor has 2 towns and cities listed on our site; choose yours below to get times calculated for its exact position.
Prayer times in Ziguinchor today
- Fajr
- Sunrise
- Dhuhr
- Asr
- Maghrib
- Isha
Calculation settings
Calculated with the Muslim World League method.
Prayer calendar for Ziguinchor
| Day | Hijri | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
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How prayer times in Ziguinchor change through the year
The table below shows the estimated prayer times in Ziguinchor on four astronomical days of 2027. The earliest Fajr comes around 21 June at 5:22 AM, the longest day lasts 12 h 52 min, compared with only 11 h 23 min on 21 December. Isha ranges between 7:56 PM and 8:47 PM, while Dhuhr moves between 12:58 PM and 1:13 PM. These times are calculated for the coordinates of Ziguinchor and may differ by a minute from the local mosque.
| Day | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 MarchSpring equinox | 5:59 AM | 7:09 AM | 1:13 PM | 4:31 PM | 7:16 PM | 8:22 PM |
| 21 JuneSummer solstice | 5:22 AM | 6:41 AM | 1:07 PM | 4:33 PM | 7:33 PM | 8:47 PM |
| 23 SeptemberAutumn equinox | 5:44 AM | 6:54 AM | 12:58 PM | 4:16 PM | 7:01 PM | 8:07 PM |
| 21 DecemberWinter solstice | 6:05 AM | 7:21 AM | 1:03 PM | 4:19 PM | 6:45 PM | 7:56 PM |
Compared with Dakar, Dhuhr in Ziguinchor comes about 5 minutes earlier than in Dakar, and on the 21 June Maghrib is called 9 minutes earlier than in the capital. Ziguinchor is 268 km from the capital, towards the south-east. That is why we calculate each place separately instead of using one timetable for the whole country.
Qibla direction in Ziguinchor
The Qibla in Ziguinchor is at 72.5° from true north, measured clockwise, that is approximately towards the east. The Kaaba in Makkah is 6,017 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 72.5°.
Fasting hours in Ziguinchor during Ramadan
Ramadan in Ziguinchor: based on astronomical calculation, Ramadan 1448 AH is expected to start on 8 February 2027. At the start, suhoor ends (imsak) at 6:07 AM and the fast is broken at Maghrib, 7:09 PM, about 12 h 52 min of fasting. On the last day the fast lasts 13 h 09 min, longer by 17 minutes. Imsak is shown ten minutes before Fajr as a precaution; what counts for the fast is true dawn (Fajr).
About Ziguinchor
Ziguinchor is one of the regions of Senegal. Its main city, Ziguinchor, is at 12.5680° N, 16.2733° W. The region has 2 cities on our site, and prayer times can differ by several minutes between its eastern and western parts. Neighbouring regions are listed below.
- Name
- Ziguinchor
- Type
- Region
- Part of
- Senegal
- Coordinates
- 12.56801, -16.27326
- Time zone
- UTC
- Calculation method
- Muslim World League
- Qibla direction
- 72.5° (east)
- Distance to Makkah
- 6,017 km
Friday prayer and Asr time in Ziguinchor
The default timetable uses the standard opinion (Shafi‘i, Maliki and Hanbali) for Asr. Following the Hanafi method, Asr in Ziguinchor comes roughly 67 minutes later around the summer solstice (5:41 PM instead of 4:33 PM). Jumu‘ah is prayed at Dhuhr time, around 1:13 PM around the spring equinox, changing slightly over the year.
The Prophet ﷺ said that the most beloved deed to Allah is prayer offered on time. May this page help you keep your prayers on time in Ziguinchor and organise your day around them.
Prayer times in the cities of Ziguinchor
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Prayer times near Ziguinchor
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- Kolda Region149 km · east
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- Kaffrine188 km · north-east
- Fatick197 km · north
- Diourbel Region231 km · north
Frequently asked questions about prayer times in Ziguinchor
How long is the fast in Ziguinchor during Ramadan?
About 12 h 52 min at the start of Ramadan 1448 AH and 13 h 09 min at its end, according to astronomical calculation.
What is the Qibla direction in Ziguinchor?
The Qibla in Ziguinchor is 72.5° from true north, towards the east. The Kaaba in Makkah is 6,017 km away.
Which calculation method is used for Ziguinchor?
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 Fajr in Ziguinchor?
Fajr in Ziguinchor changes with the seasons: about 5:22 AM on 21 June and about 6:05 AM on 21 December. Today’s exact time is shown at the top of this page.
When is Maghrib in Ziguinchor?
Maghrib is at sunset: between 6:45 PM on 21 December and 7:33 PM on 21 June. Today’s time is in the card above.