📐 University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi
About Prayer Times in Dhaka
Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, is one of the most densely populated cities in the world and home to a predominantly Muslim population. Bangladesh has over 150 million Muslims, making it the fourth-largest Muslim population globally. Dhaka’s Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, designed to resemble the Kaaba, is one of the largest mosques in South Asia. The city follows Bangladesh Standard Time (UTC+6) with no daylight saving. This page provides today’s accurate prayer times for Dhaka.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Fajr in Dhaka today?
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What is the Dhuhr time in Dhaka today?
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How are prayer times calculated for Dhaka?
Prayer times for Dhaka are calculated using the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi method via the Aladhan API. This method uses astronomical algorithms to determine accurate times based on the sun’s position relative to Dhaka’s geographic coordinates (23.8103°, 90.4125°). Timezone: Asia/Dhaka (BST, UTC+6).
What is the best time to pray in Dhaka?
It is recommended to pray each salah as close to the beginning of its time as possible. The Prophet ﻚ said: “The most beloved deed to Allah is prayer at its earliest time” (Sahih al-Bukhari 527). Use the live countdown above to track the next prayer time in Dhaka.
Does Dhaka follow Hanafi prayer times?
Most mosques in Bangladesh follow the Hanafi school of jurisprudence. This means Asr prayer begins when the shadow of an object is twice its length (rather than once). This page uses the Karachi method which accounts for the Hanafi Asr timing.
How many Muslims live in Dhaka?
Bangladesh has over 150 million Muslims, making it one of the world’s most populous Muslim-majority countries. Dhaka’s Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, built in 1968, is designed to resemble the Kaaba and can hold over 40,000 worshippers.
Can I get adhan notifications for Dhaka?
Yes. Download the free
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