Why Prayer Times Differ by City and Timezone
Explain practical reasons prayer times change across cities and countries.
Prayer times differ because of longitude, latitude, timezone, daylight saving time, and calculation method.
Understanding this helps people compare cities without assuming every difference is an error.
When Time Conversion Helps
Travelers and people comparing cities need both local prayer times and timezone conversion.
The explanation is paired with the time converter and city pages so persons can apply it immediately.
Sources and Methodology
These links explain the general source or method behind the page. They do not turn the page into a personal ruling, and local calendars or authorities still take precedence when they differ.
- NOAA Solar Calculation Details - General solar-position and sunrise/sunset calculation reference.
- U.S. Naval Observatory Solar Coordinates - Approximate solar-coordinate method used in astronomical calculations.
- PrayTimes Calculation Notes - Practical reference for Fajr/Isha angles and common prayer-time methods.
- World Salah Times methodology and accuracy limits - Internal explanation of calculated times and their limits.