Islamic prayer times in Asmara (Eritrea) are astronomically calculated based on the coordinates 15.3381°N, 38.9318°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 Asmara 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 Asmara
The Qibla direction (direction towards the Kaaba in Mecca) in Asmara is exactly 8° from geographic north. This calculation is based on the great circle method.
Recommended Calculation Method
For Asmara in Eritrea, NamazWorld recommends the Diyanet method, which is used by most mosques in Central Europe. A total of 11 recognized calculation methods are available.
About Asmara
Country
Eritrea
Region
Zentralregion
Latitude
15.3381°
Longitude
38.9318°
Timezone
Africa/Asmara
Qibla Direction
8°
Distance to Mecca
683 km
Population
896,000
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 Asmara
When is Fajr prayer today in Asmara?
The Fajr prayer time in Asmara is calculated daily based on the astronomical coordinates 15.34°N, 38.93°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 Asmara, the two times are typically about 10 minutes apart.
Which calculation method is recommended for Asmara?
For Asmara in Eritrea, 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 Asmara?
Prayer times are astronomically calculated using the exact GPS coordinates of Asmara. Accuracy is within ±1 minute. The calculation takes into account solar elevation, geographic location and the time zone Africa/Asmara.
How is the Qibla direction calculated for Asmara?
The Qibla direction for Asmara is calculated using the great circle method — the shortest route on the Earth's surface between Asmara and the Kaaba in Mecca (21.4225°N, 39.8262°E).
When does fasting begin and end in Asmara?
In Asmara, 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 Asmara 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 Asmara in advance?
Yes, in the monthly overview on the Asmara 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 Asmara in the time zone Africa/Asmara. The displayed prayer times are always in the currently valid local time.