Region · Suriname
Prayer times in Wanica District
Salah times in Wanica District (Suriname): today’s Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha, the monthly calendar and the Qibla direction. Wanica District has 1 towns and cities listed on our site; choose yours below to get times calculated for its exact position.
Prayer times in Wanica District today
- Fajr
- Sunrise
- Dhuhr
- Asr
- Maghrib
- Isha
Calculation settings
Calculated with the Muslim World League method.
Monthly prayer timetable for Wanica District
| Day | Hijri | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
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Prayer times in Wanica District by season
The table below shows the estimated prayer times in Wanica District on four astronomical days of 2027. The earliest Fajr comes around 21 June at 5:13 AM, the longest day lasts 12 h 27 min, compared with only 11 h 48 min on 21 December. Isha ranges between 7:43 PM and 8:08 PM, while Dhuhr moves between 12:33 PM and 12:48 PM. These times are calculated for the coordinates of Wanica District and can differ by a minute or two from the local mosque.
| Day | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 MarchSpring equinox | 5:36 AM | 6:45 AM | 12:48 PM | 3:58 PM | 6:52 PM | 7:57 PM |
| 21 JuneSummer solstice | 5:13 AM | 6:29 AM | 12:43 PM | 4:10 PM | 6:56 PM | 8:08 PM |
| 23 SeptemberAutumn equinox | 5:21 AM | 6:30 AM | 12:33 PM | 3:43 PM | 6:36 PM | 7:41 PM |
| 21 DecemberWinter solstice | 5:30 AM | 6:45 AM | 12:39 PM | 4:01 PM | 6:33 PM | 7:43 PM |
Wanica District is located 20 km south of Paramaribo, so Dhuhr in Wanica District practically coincides with Paramaribo. The gap is due to longitude: each degree moves solar noon by about four minutes, which is why the timetable of the capital is not accurate in Wanica District.
Qibla in Wanica District and distance to Makkah
The Qibla in Wanica District is at 68.2° from true north, measured clockwise, that is roughly towards the east. The Kaaba in Makkah is 10,297 km away along the shortest path. To find the Qibla, place your compass on a flat surface away from metal and electrical devices, then turn until the needle points to 68.2°.
Fasting hours in Wanica District during Ramadan
For those fasting in Wanica District, Ramadan 1448 AH (expected on 8 February 2027) begins with iftar at 6:52 PM and imsak at 5:36 AM on the first day, 13 h 06 min of fasting. Towards the end of the month (9 March 2027) Maghrib is at 6:53 PM for a fast of 13 h 12 min. These are astronomical estimates; the official start of the month is announced by the religious authorities in Suriname.
Wanica District on the map
Wanica District is one of the regions of Suriname. Its main city, Lelydorp, is at 5.7000° N, 55.2333° W. The region has 1 cities on our site, and the adhan time can differ by several minutes between its eastern and western parts. Neighbouring regions are listed below.
- Name
- Wanica District
- Type
- Region
- Part of
- Suriname
- Coordinates
- 5.70000, -55.23333
- Time zone
- UTC−3
- Calculation method
- Muslim World League
- Qibla direction
- 68.2° (east)
- Distance to Makkah
- 10,297 km
Friday prayer and Asr time in Wanica District
Friday prayer (Jumu‘ah) in Wanica District is held at the time of Dhuhr, around 12:48 PM on 20 March. For Asr, the difference between the standard and the Hanafi calculation reaches 61 minutes around 21 June: 4:10 PM for the majority, 5:11 PM for the Hanafis. Choose the method your mosque follows in the settings.
The Prophet ﷺ said that the most beloved deed to Allah is prayer offered on time. Let this page help you observe your prayers on time in Wanica District and organise your day around them.
Salah times across Wanica District
- Prayer times in Lelydorp18,223
Prayer times near Wanica District
- Para District13 km · south
- Paramaribo District20 km · north
- Commewijne District26 km · north-east
- Saramacca District28 km · north-west
- Brokopondo District77 km · south
- Coronie District122 km · west
Prayer times in Wanica District: questions and answers
What time is Fajr in Wanica District?
Fajr in Wanica District depends on the season: about 5:13 AM on 21 June and about 5:30 AM on 21 December. Today’s exact time is shown at the top of this page.
Do prayer times in Wanica District differ from Paramaribo?
Yes. Wanica District is 20 km from Paramaribo, towards the south, and Dhuhr in Wanica District practically coincides with Paramaribo.
Which calculation method is used for Wanica District?
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.
What is the Qibla direction in Wanica District?
The Qibla in Wanica District is 68.2° from true north, towards the east. The Kaaba in Makkah is 10,297 km away.
When is Maghrib in Wanica District?
Maghrib is at sunset: between 6:33 PM on 21 December and 6:56 PM on 21 June. Today’s time is in the card above.