For families in Tarakan, instilling prayer habits in children is essential. Our easy-to-read prayer times help parents teach kids the importance of each Salah and when to pray throughout the day.
Teaching Qibla direction to children
Help your children learn the correct direction for Tarakan using simple landmarks or our online compass. Making prayer a family activity strengthens faith and creates lasting memories.
Mosques and Prayer Communities in Tarakan
Tarakan is home to several mosques where the Muslim community gathers for daily prayers. These Islamic centers follow the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi calculation for congregational prayers, ensuring unity in worship times across the city.
Find your direction at local mosques
All mosques in Tarakan are built facing the Kaaba. You can verify your Qibla direction by observing the prayer lines (sutrah) at your local mosque.
Spiritual Benefits of Regular Salah in Tarakan
Maintaining regular Salah in Tarakan strengthens your connection with Allah and provides a structured, purposeful day. Each of the five prayers offers a unique opportunity for reflection and spiritual growth.
Salah times for Tarakan
Fajr 05:13 – Start your day with divine remembrance before dawn
Dhuhr 12:24 – Midday spiritual refreshment during work hours
Asr 15:42 – Afternoon moment of peace and reflection
Maghrib 18:24 – Gratitude for the day's blessings at sunset
Isha 19:34 – Peaceful conclusion to the day in Tarakan
Calculation Method: University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi | Aladhan API
Frequently Asked Questions about Prayer Times in Tarakan
Fajr prayer time in Tarakan, Indonesia begins at dawn and ends just before sunrise. Using the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi 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 Tarakan begins after the sun passes its zenith (highest point). In Asia/Makassar timezone, this occurs around midday. It is the second prayer of the day and consists of 4 rakats.
Asr prayer time in Tarakan 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 Tarakan starts immediately after sunset. It is the fourth daily prayer and consists of 3 rakats.
Isha prayer time in Tarakan begins after the red twilight disappears from the sky. It is the fifth and final obligatory prayer.
Prayer times for Tarakan are calculated using the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi calculation method, based on the geographic coordinates of the city.