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Prayer times in Cairo, Egypt today
Check prayer times in Cairo today: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, the next adhan, qibla direction, and the daily prayer schedule.
The next prayer in Cairo today is Fajr at 04:07, and today's Fajr prayer time in Cairo is 04:07 in the local city time zone.
Check prayer times in Cairo, Egypt today with adhan times, Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, qibla direction, and a quick weekly prayer schedule.
Time zoneGMT+2
Calculation methodEgyptian General Authority of Survey
Gregorian date todayWednesday, April 8, 2026
Hijri date today20 Shawwāl 1447 AH
City coordinates30.0626, 31.2497
Page updatedApril 8, 2026 at 10:26 PM
7-day overview
7-day overview
| Day | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, April 8, 2026 | 04:07 | 05:36 | 11:57 | 15:30 | 18:18 | 19:37 |
| Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 04:05 | 05:35 | 11:56 | 15:30 | 18:18 | 19:38 |
| Friday, April 10, 2026 | 04:04 | 05:34 | 11:56 | 15:30 | 18:19 | 19:39 |
| Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 04:03 | 05:33 | 11:56 | 15:29 | 18:19 | 19:40 |
| Sunday, April 12, 2026 | 04:01 | 05:31 | 11:56 | 15:29 | 18:20 | 19:40 |
| Monday, April 13, 2026 | 04:00 | 05:30 | 11:55 | 15:29 | 18:21 | 19:41 |
| Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 03:59 | 05:29 | 11:55 | 15:29 | 18:21 | 19:42 |
Visitor guide
Prayer times and adhan schedule in Cairo, Egypt
This page helps visitors looking for prayer times in Cairo, Egypt today or the next adhan time. The next prayer right now is Fajr at 04:07 in the city’s local time zone.
You can review today’s full schedule from Fajr to Isha, plus sunrise, imsak, and a 7-day overview to plan prayer times in Cairo more easily.
Cairo is a city in Egypt, and this page uses the local time zone GMT+2 together with the Egyptian General Authority of Survey calculation method to show daily prayer times.
Quick highlights
Next prayer: Fajr at 04:07.
Today’s Fajr time: 04:07.
Today’s Maghrib adhan: 18:18.
A 7-day timetable helps you track upcoming prayer times more easily.
How timings are calculated
How prayer times are calculated in Cairo and why they change
Prayer times in Cairo, Egypt follow the local time zone GMT+2 and the calculation method Egyptian General Authority of Survey. This is why timings shift day by day as the sun’s position changes through the year.
This page uses the city-wide reference for Cairo, based on the Egyptian General Authority of Survey calculation method, the local time zone GMT+2, and the city coordinates 30.0626, 31.2497.
Daily changes in Fajr, Maghrib, and Isha are normal because each prayer is tied to sunrise, solar noon, sunset, and twilight angles. That is why choosing the right city and checking the latest timetable matters in Cairo.
Adhan time in Cairo is calculated from the sun's position and the sunrise and sunset angles, which is why timings shift slightly across the seasons.
Quick highlights
Displayed calculation method: Egyptian General Authority of Survey.
Local city time zone: GMT+2.
Displayed city coordinates: 30.0626, 31.2497.
Visible page update time: April 8, 2026 at 10:26 PM.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about prayer times in Cairo
Quick answers for common visitor questions.
What are the prayer times in Cairo, Egypt today?
This page shows Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha prayer times in Cairo, Egypt for Wednesday, April 8, 2026 (20 Shawwāl 1447 AH), together with sunrise, imsak, and a 7-day overview.
What is the next prayer time and adhan time in Cairo?
The next prayer right now is Fajr at 04:07 based on the city’s local time zone, and the top panel also shows a live countdown until the next adhan.
What is the qibla direction in Cairo?
The qibla direction from Cairo toward Makkah is approximately south-east at 136° from north, and you can combine that with your phone compass for finer alignment.
Does this page cover prayer times for different districts and areas in Cairo?
Yes. This page shows the city-wide prayer time reference for Cairo and mentions known local districts and areas such as Islamic Cairo, Nasr City, Heliopolis, Maadi, Zamalek, Shubra, New Cairo, Garden City.
Mosques
Known mosques in Cairo
This starter list highlights some known mosques in Cairo, Egypt. It adds useful local context for visitors looking for prayer times, qibla direction, and mosque names on one page.
17 known mosque names are listed for this city.
District: Islamic Cairo
One of Cairo’s most important religious and scholarly landmarks in the heart of Islamic Cairo.
District: Islamic Cairo
Faculty Mosque is one of the better-known mosques and Islamic centers in Cairo, especially around Islamic Cairo.
District: Nasr City
Faculty of Agriculture, Cairo University's Mosque (3) serves worshippers in Cairo within the Nasr City area and is among the known Islamic places in the city.
District: Citadel
A prominent mosque inside the Citadel and one of the most visited mosques in historic Cairo.
District: Heliopolis
Al Quds Mosque is a recognized Islamic place in Cairo and is associated with Heliopolis.
District: Salah al-Din Square
A celebrated historic mosque near the Citadel, known for its monumental Mamluk architecture.
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