Prayer Times in Kabul, Afghanistan

Frequently asked questions

What time is Fajr in Kabul today?

Fajr time in Kabul changes every day with the sun. Today's exact Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha times are shown at the top of this page in Kabul's local time (Asia/Kabul), and the monthly table lists every day. The times follow the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi.

Which calculation method is used for Kabul?

This page uses the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi, the usual reference for Afghanistan. Muflihin Pro lets you choose between 20 calculation methods, switch the Asr rule and add manual minute adjustments to match your local mosque.

Is Asr calculated with the Hanafi or the standard method in Kabul?

For Afghanistan this page uses the Hanafi rule by default and shows the standard Asr time in an extra column. The Hanafi Asr begins later, when an object's shadow reaches twice its height plus its noon shadow.

What is the Qibla direction in Kabul?

From Kabul the Qibla is 251° (west), measured clockwise from true north, about 3,213 km to the Kaaba in Makkah. See the full Qibla page for Kabul for a compass.

Does the time in Kabul change with daylight saving?

No. The time zone used for Kabul (Asia/Kabul) stays on UTC+04:30 all year, so clock times change only gradually with the seasons.

How can I get the adhan on my phone in Kabul?

Install Muflihin Pro from Google Play, choose Kabul or let the app find your location, and it schedules the adhan for every prayer. You can pick the muezzin, get a reminder before each prayer, and the adhan sounds even when the app is closed.