Islamic prayer times in Abu al-Khasib (Iraq) are astronomically calculated based on the coordinates 30.4364°N, 47.9768°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 Abu al-Khasib 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 Abu al-Khasib
The Qibla direction (direction towards the Kaaba in Mecca) in Abu al-Khasib is exactly 221° from geographic north. This calculation is based on the great circle method.
Recommended Calculation Method
For Abu al-Khasib in Iraq, NamazWorld recommends the Diyanet method, which is used by most mosques in Central Europe. A total of 11 recognized calculation methods are available.
About Abu al-Khasib
Country
Iraq
Region
Other Cities
Latitude
30.4364°
Longitude
47.9768°
Timezone
Asia/Baghdad
Qibla Direction
221°
Distance to Mecca
1,291 km
Population
190,000
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 Abu al-Khasib
When is Fajr prayer today in Abu al-Khasib?
The Fajr prayer time in Abu al-Khasib is calculated daily based on the astronomical coordinates 30.44°N, 47.98°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 Abu al-Khasib, the two times are typically about 10 minutes apart.
Which calculation method is recommended for Abu al-Khasib?
For Abu al-Khasib in Iraq, 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 Abu al-Khasib?
Prayer times are astronomically calculated using the exact GPS coordinates of Abu al-Khasib. Accuracy is within ±1 minute. The calculation takes into account solar elevation, geographic location and the time zone Asia/Baghdad.
How is the Qibla direction calculated for Abu al-Khasib?
The Qibla direction for Abu al-Khasib is calculated using the great circle method — the shortest route on the Earth's surface between Abu al-Khasib and the Kaaba in Mecca (21.4225°N, 39.8262°E).
When does fasting begin and end in Abu al-Khasib?
In Abu al-Khasib, 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 Abu al-Khasib 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 Abu al-Khasib in advance?
Yes, in the monthly overview on the Abu al-Khasib 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 Abu al-Khasib in the time zone Asia/Baghdad. The displayed prayer times are always in the currently valid local time.