Islamic prayer times in Buon Ma Thuot (Vietnam) are astronomically calculated based on the coordinates 12.6799°N, 108.0500°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 Buon Ma Thuot 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 Buon Ma Thuot
The Qibla direction (direction towards the Kaaba in Mecca) in Buon Ma Thuot is exactly 288° from geographic north. This calculation is based on the great circle method.
Recommended Calculation Method
For Buon Ma Thuot in Vietnam, NamazWorld recommends the Diyanet method, which is used by most mosques in Central Europe. A total of 11 recognized calculation methods are available.
About Buon Ma Thuot
Country
Vietnam
Region
Zentralvietnam
Latitude
12.6799°
Longitude
108.0500°
Timezone
Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Qibla Direction
288°
Distance to Mecca
7,266 km
Population
340,000
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 Buon Ma Thuot
When is Fajr prayer today in Buon Ma Thuot?
The Fajr prayer time in Buon Ma Thuot is calculated daily based on the astronomical coordinates 12.68°N, 108.05°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 Buon Ma Thuot, the two times are typically about 10 minutes apart.
Which calculation method is recommended for Buon Ma Thuot?
For Buon Ma Thuot in Vietnam, 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 Buon Ma Thuot?
Prayer times are astronomically calculated using the exact GPS coordinates of Buon Ma Thuot. Accuracy is within ±1 minute. The calculation takes into account solar elevation, geographic location and the time zone Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh.
How is the Qibla direction calculated for Buon Ma Thuot?
The Qibla direction for Buon Ma Thuot is calculated using the great circle method — the shortest route on the Earth's surface between Buon Ma Thuot and the Kaaba in Mecca (21.4225°N, 39.8262°E).
When does fasting begin and end in Buon Ma Thuot?
In Buon Ma Thuot, 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 Buon Ma Thuot 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 Buon Ma Thuot in advance?
Yes, in the monthly overview on the Buon Ma Thuot 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 Buon Ma Thuot in the time zone Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh. The displayed prayer times are always in the currently valid local time.