Seasonal variations in Eritrea naturally affect prayer times, particularly during long summer days or short winter daylight periods. Fajr arrives earlier in summer, while Maghrib shifts significantly with sunset changes throughout the year.
Qibla remains constant throughout the year
Unlike prayer times, the Qibla direction for Eritrea stays the same year-round at approximately :qibla_degrees degrees. This consistency helps you permanently mark the prayer direction in your home.
Daily Updated Prayer Timings for Eritrea
Daily prayer timings are updated automatically for Eritrea, allowing easy reference for each Salah without manual calculations. Whether you need Fajr time or Isha time, our system provides real-time accuracy based on your location.
Prayer times and direction together
Complete your prayer preparation by checking both timings and direction. Visit our Qibla guide for Eritrea to ensure you're always facing the Kaaba during Salah.
Using Technology for Accurate Prayer Times in Eritrea
Modern technology makes it easier than ever to track prayer times in Eritrea. Our website uses GPS coordinates and the Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah calculation to provide real-time accuracy for all five daily prayers.
Digital Qibla finder for Eritrea
Beyond prayer times, our Qibla direction tool helps you find the exact angle to face during Salah using your device's compass. Perfect for home, work, or travel.
Weekly Prayer Times (Eritrea)
Day
Fajr
Sunrise
Dhuhr
Asr
Maghrib
Isha
Loading...
Monthly Prayer Times
Date
Fajr
Dhuhr
Asr
Maghrib
Isha
Loading......
Calculation Method: Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah | Aladhan API
Frequently Asked Questions about Prayer Times in Eritrea
Fajr prayer time in Eritrea, Eritrea begins at dawn and ends just before sunrise. Using the Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah calculation method, the Fajr time is determined by the angle of the sun below the horizon. This is the first prayer of the day and consists of 2 rakats.
Dhuhr (Zuhr) prayer in Eritrea begins after the sun passes its zenith (highest point). In Africa/Asmara timezone, this occurs around midday. It is the second prayer of the day and consists of 4 rakats.
Asr prayer time in Eritrea begins when the shadow of an object equals its length. This is the third prayer of the day and consists of 4 rakats.
Maghrib prayer in Eritrea starts immediately after sunset. It is the fourth daily prayer and consists of 3 rakats.
Isha prayer time in Eritrea begins after the red twilight disappears from the sky. It is the fifth and final obligatory prayer.
Prayer times for Eritrea are calculated using the Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah calculation method, based on the geographic coordinates of the city.