Friday - 01 May, 2026 13-Dhu al-Qadah-1447

Prayer Times in Sokoto

Accurate Islamic prayer times for Sokoto based on verified astronomical calculations

Sokoto
13-Dhu al-Qadah-1447
Calculation Method

Muslim World League (MWL)

Timezone

Africa/Lagos

Today's Prayer Times

Fajr
05:04 AM
Sunrise
(Not a prayer time)
06:18 AM
Dhuhr
12:37 PM
Asr
03:47 PM
Asr (Hanafi)
05:02 PM
Maghrib
06:59 PM
Isha
08:05 PM
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Prayer Times for May 2026 Sokoto

June, 2026
Date Day Fajr Sunrise Dhuhr Asr Asr (Hanafi) Maghrib Isha
01 May Today Fri 05:04 AM 06:18 AM 12:37 PM 03:47 PM 05:02 PM 06:59 PM 08:05 PM
02 May Sat 05:04 AM 06:18 AM 12:37 PM 03:48 PM 05:02 PM 06:59 PM 08:05 PM
03 May Sun 05:03 AM 06:17 AM 12:37 PM 03:49 PM 05:02 PM 06:59 PM 08:06 PM
04 May Mon 05:03 AM 06:17 AM 12:37 PM 03:49 PM 05:02 PM 06:59 PM 08:06 PM
05 May Tue 05:02 AM 06:17 AM 12:37 PM 03:50 PM 05:03 PM 07:00 PM 08:06 PM
06 May Wed 05:02 AM 06:16 AM 12:37 PM 03:50 PM 05:03 PM 07:00 PM 08:07 PM
07 May Thu 05:01 AM 06:16 AM 12:37 PM 03:51 PM 05:03 PM 07:00 PM 08:07 PM
08 May Fri 05:01 AM 06:16 AM 12:37 PM 03:51 PM 05:04 PM 07:00 PM 08:07 PM
09 May Sat 05:00 AM 06:15 AM 12:37 PM 03:52 PM 05:04 PM 07:01 PM 08:08 PM
10 May Sun 05:00 AM 06:15 AM 12:37 PM 03:52 PM 05:04 PM 07:01 PM 08:08 PM
11 May Mon 04:59 AM 06:15 AM 12:37 PM 03:53 PM 05:04 PM 07:01 PM 08:09 PM
12 May Tue 04:59 AM 06:14 AM 12:37 PM 03:53 PM 05:05 PM 07:01 PM 08:09 PM
13 May Wed 04:58 AM 06:14 AM 12:37 PM 03:54 PM 05:05 PM 07:02 PM 08:09 PM
14 May Thu 04:58 AM 06:14 AM 12:37 PM 03:54 PM 05:05 PM 07:02 PM 08:10 PM
15 May Fri 04:58 AM 06:14 AM 12:37 PM 03:55 PM 05:06 PM 07:02 PM 08:10 PM
16 May Sat 04:57 AM 06:13 AM 12:37 PM 03:55 PM 05:06 PM 07:02 PM 08:10 PM
17 May Sun 04:57 AM 06:13 AM 12:37 PM 03:56 PM 05:06 PM 07:03 PM 08:11 PM
18 May Mon 04:56 AM 06:13 AM 12:37 PM 03:56 PM 05:07 PM 07:03 PM 08:11 PM
19 May Tue 04:56 AM 06:13 AM 12:37 PM 03:57 PM 05:07 PM 07:03 PM 08:12 PM
20 May Wed 04:56 AM 06:13 AM 12:37 PM 03:57 PM 05:07 PM 07:03 PM 08:12 PM
21 May Thu 04:56 AM 06:12 AM 12:37 PM 03:57 PM 05:07 PM 07:04 PM 08:12 PM
22 May Fri 04:55 AM 06:12 AM 12:37 PM 03:58 PM 05:08 PM 07:04 PM 08:13 PM
23 May Sat 04:55 AM 06:12 AM 12:37 PM 03:58 PM 05:08 PM 07:04 PM 08:13 PM
24 May Sun 04:55 AM 06:12 AM 12:37 PM 03:59 PM 05:08 PM 07:05 PM 08:14 PM
25 May Mon 04:55 AM 06:12 AM 12:37 PM 03:59 PM 05:09 PM 07:05 PM 08:14 PM
26 May Tue 04:54 AM 06:12 AM 12:37 PM 04:00 PM 05:09 PM 07:05 PM 08:15 PM
27 May Wed 04:54 AM 06:12 AM 12:37 PM 04:00 PM 05:09 PM 07:05 PM 08:15 PM
28 May Thu 04:54 AM 06:12 AM 12:38 PM 04:00 PM 05:10 PM 07:06 PM 08:15 PM
29 May Fri 04:54 AM 06:12 AM 12:38 PM 04:01 PM 05:10 PM 07:06 PM 08:16 PM
30 May Sat 04:54 AM 06:12 AM 12:38 PM 04:01 PM 05:10 PM 07:06 PM 08:16 PM
31 May Sun 04:54 AM 06:12 AM 12:38 PM 04:02 PM 05:11 PM 07:07 PM 08:17 PM
01 Jun Mon 04:54 AM 06:12 AM 12:38 PM 04:02 PM 05:11 PM 07:07 PM 08:17 PM
02 Jun Tue 04:53 AM 06:12 AM 12:38 PM 04:02 PM 05:11 PM 07:07 PM 08:17 PM
03 Jun Wed 04:53 AM 06:12 AM 12:38 PM 04:03 PM 05:11 PM 07:08 PM 08:18 PM
04 Jun Thu 04:53 AM 06:12 AM 12:39 PM 04:03 PM 05:12 PM 07:08 PM 08:18 PM
05 Jun Fri 04:53 AM 06:12 AM 12:39 PM 04:04 PM 05:12 PM 07:08 PM 08:18 PM
Calculation Method: Muslim World League (MWL) | Timezone: Africa/Lagos

Prayer Information for Sokoto

Complete guide to Islamic prayer times, Qibla direction, and worship schedule.

Prayer times in Sokoto are calculated using verified astronomical formulas based on the Muslim World League (MWL) method. Calculations take into account the sun’s position, Sokoto’s geographical coordinates, and the Africa/Lagos timezone to ensure accurate daily prayer timings.

Today's Prayer Summary

Prayer times today in Sokoto:

Fajr: 05:04 AM
Dhuhr: 12:37 PM
Asr: 03:47 PM
Maghrib: 06:59 PM
Isha: 08:05 PM
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Tomorrow Prayer Summary

Prayer times tomorrow in Sokoto:

Fajr: 05:04 AM
Dhuhr: 12:37 PM
Asr: 03:48 PM
Maghrib: 06:59 PM
Isha: 08:05 PM

Fajr Prayer in Sokoto (05:04 AM)

Fajr prayer begins at true dawn and ends at sunrise. It is the first prayer of the day.

Dhuhr Prayer in Sokoto (12:37 PM)

Dhuhr prayer starts after the sun passes its zenith and is the midday prayer.

Asr Prayer in Sokoto (03:47 PM)

Asr prayer begins in the afternoon when shadows become longer.

Maghrib Prayer in Sokoto (06:59 PM)

Maghrib prayer starts immediately after sunset.

Isha Prayer in Sokoto (08:05 PM)

Isha prayer begins when the twilight has disappeared from the western sky.

Jumu'ah (Friday Prayer) Sokoto

Jumu'ah prayer replaces Dhuhr prayer on Fridays for Muslim men and is recommended for women.

Jumu'ah time: 12:37 PM (same as Dhuhr)

Qibla Direction

70°

from North (clockwise)

The precise direction to face during prayer from Sokoto.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about prayer times and Islamic worship

How are prayer times calculated in Sokoto, Nigeria?

Prayer times in Sokoto, Nigeria are calculated using precise astronomical calculations based on the sun’s position relative to the horizon. On isubqo, the Muslim World League (MWL) method is used, taking into account Sokoto, Nigeria’s geographical coordinates, altitude, and the Africa/Lagos timezone to ensure accurate prayer timings.
Prayer times in Sokoto, Nigeria are calculated using the Muslim World League (MWL) method. This calculation standard is widely accepted and follows Islamic jurisprudence principles commonly applied in this region.
Prayer times for Sokoto, Nigeria are calculated using precise geographical coordinates. If you are in a specific neighborhood or area within Sokoto, Nigeria, times may vary slightly (usually within 1–2 minutes) depending on your exact position and altitude. For maximum accuracy, local mosque announcements may also be followed.
Yes, prayer times in Sokoto, Nigeria change daily due to the earth’s rotation and seasonal variations in daylight. These changes are typically small, often 1–2 minutes per day, and are completely normal.
According to Islamic jurisprudence, the Shafi, Maliki, and Hanbali schools calculate Asr when an object’s shadow equals its length, while the Hanafi school calculates Asr when the shadow is twice the object’s length. As a result, Hanafi Asr prayer time is usually 15–20 minutes later than Shafi Asr.
If a prayer is missed, it should be performed as soon as it is remembered. Islamic teachings emphasize that missed prayers remain obligatory and should be made up promptly.
Yes, missed obligatory prayers (Qada) may be performed at any time. The disliked (makruh) times mainly apply to voluntary prayers, not to making up missed obligatory prayers.
Prayer times themselves do not change during Ramadan in Sokoto, Nigeria, as they are based on astronomical calculations. However, prayer timings become especially important during Ramadan because Fajr marks the beginning of fasting and Maghrib marks the time for breaking the fast.
The Qibla direction from Sokoto, Nigeria is approximately 70 degrees clockwise from north. You can determine this using a compass, a Qibla direction tool, or guidance from your local mosque.

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