Islamic prayer times in Esslingen am Neckar (Germany) are astronomically calculated based on the coordinates 48.7395°N, 9.3108°E. NamazWorld uses the Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı (Turkish Directorate of Religious Affairs) calculation method by default, with a Fajr angle of 18° and an Isha angle of 17°.
The 6 Daily Prayers
Muslims in Esslingen am Neckar perform six prayers daily: Imsak (beginning of the fast, approx. 10 min. before Fajr), Fajr (morning prayer at dawn), Dhuhr (midday prayer after the zenith), Asr (afternoon prayer), Maghrib (evening prayer at sunset) and Isha (night prayer at nightfall).
Qibla Direction for Esslingen am Neckar
The Qibla direction (direction towards the Kaaba in Mecca) in Esslingen am Neckar is exactly 127° from geographic north. This calculation is based on the great circle method.
Recommended Calculation Method
For Esslingen am Neckar in Germany, NamazWorld recommends the Diyanet method, which is used by most mosques in Central Europe. A total of 11 recognized calculation methods are available.
About Esslingen am Neckar
Country
Germany
Region
Baden-Württemberg
Latitude
48.7395°
Longitude
9.3108°
Timezone
Europe/Berlin
Qibla Direction
127°
Distance to Mecca
4,063 km
Population
93,542
From the Quran
"And establish prayer and give zakat and bow with those who bow." — Surah Al-Baqarah 2:43
Calculation Method
Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı is used as the calculation method. You can change the method above to see times from other organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prayer Times in Esslingen am Neckar
When is Fajr prayer today in Esslingen am Neckar?
The Fajr prayer time in Esslingen am Neckar is calculated daily based on the astronomical coordinates 48.74°N, 9.31°E. The exact time varies by season and is displayed on NamazWorld with a live countdown.
What is Imsak and how does it differ from Fajr?
Imsak marks the beginning of the fasting period, approximately 10 minutes before the Fajr prayer. During Ramadan, eating and drinking should stop at Imsak. Fajr is the actual morning prayer time. In Esslingen am Neckar, the two times are typically about 10 minutes apart.
Which calculation method is recommended for Esslingen am Neckar?
For Esslingen am Neckar in Germany, NamazWorld recommends the Diyanet method (Turkish Directorate of Religious Affairs). In Europe, this method is used by most mosques. Alternatively, 10 other methods are available, including MWL, ISNA, Umm al-Qura and the Egyptian General Authority.
How accurate are the prayer times for Esslingen am Neckar?
Prayer times are astronomically calculated using the exact GPS coordinates of Esslingen am Neckar. Accuracy is within ±1 minute. The calculation takes into account solar elevation, geographic location and the time zone Europe/Berlin.
How is the Qibla direction calculated for Esslingen am Neckar?
The Qibla direction for Esslingen am Neckar is calculated using the great circle method — the shortest route on the Earth's surface between Esslingen am Neckar and the Kaaba in Mecca (21.4225°N, 39.8262°E).
When does fasting begin and end in Esslingen am Neckar?
In Esslingen am Neckar, fasting begins at Imsak time (approx. 10 min. before Fajr) and ends at Maghrib (sunset). The fasting duration varies by season — in summer it can exceed 16 hours, in winter it can be under 9 hours.
What do the individual prayer times mean?
Fajr (Dawn): first light on the horizon. Sunrise (Shuruq): end of Fajr time. Dhuhr (Noon): sun at its zenith. Asr (Afternoon): shadow of an object equals its length. Maghrib (Sunset): sun disappears below the horizon. Isha (Night): last twilight disappears.
Why do prayer times in Esslingen am Neckar differ from other cities?
Prayer times depend directly on geographic location. Even 50 km of distance can lead to differences of 1–3 minutes. Cities further north have longer summer days and later Isha times. NamazWorld calculates the times for each city individually using exact coordinates.
Can I see the prayer times for Esslingen am Neckar in advance?
Yes, in the monthly overview on the Esslingen am Neckar city page you will find all prayer times for the entire month. You can also browse past and future months using the arrow buttons.
Is daylight saving time taken into account for prayer times?
NamazWorld automatically accounts for daylight saving time for Esslingen am Neckar in the time zone Europe/Berlin. The displayed prayer times are always in the currently valid local time.