Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 · 5th Ramadan 1447H
Today's Prayer Times
Birmingham • GMT/BST
Fajr
07:07
Dawn
Dhuhr
--:--
Noon
Asr
--:--
Afternoon
Maghrib
17:35
Sunset
Isha
--:--
Night
Fajr & Isha Calculation Method
Different Islamic authorities define dawn and twilight at slightly different solar angles. Choose the method that aligns with your region or preference.
Standard method from the Muslim World League. Widely adopted globally.
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Check PricePrayer times in Birmingham are calculated based on the sun's position relative to your exact location at 52.5°N, 1.9°W. Each prayer time is determined by the sun reaching a specific angle below (or above) the horizon, as defined by Islamic law.
Local Confirmation: While our prayer times are calculated with precision, we recommend checking with your local mosque for any community-specific adjustments or preferences regarding calculation methods.
The daylight hours vary throughout the year based on your latitude and season. This affects the spacing and timing of all five daily prayers.
At 52.5°N and 150m elevation in the London timezone, Birmingham is in the temperate zone, where seasonal daylight changes are noticeable. Prayer times shift gradually throughout the year as sunrise and sunset times change. Your elevation affects when the sun appears to rise and set, adding roughly 0.5 minutes of variation.
Comparatively, at mid-year, prayer times have shifted significantly from winter. Compared to Small Heath at 52.5°N, this results in about 0 minutes of difference in prayer times due to longitude differences. These seasonal changes are a defining characteristic of prayer times in Birmingham.
Birmingham's prayer times (especially Maghrib) are approximately 0 minutes earlier than Bournville, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Birmingham's prayer times (especially Maghrib) are approximately 0 minutes earlier than Erdington, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
Birmingham's prayer times (especially Maghrib) are approximately 0 minutes earlier than Kings Norton, primarily due to longitude differences between the cities.
In Birmingham, prayer times (especially Maghrib) shifts slightly. Specifically, today's sunset occurs 1m later than yesterday.
This daily progression is characteristic of Birmingham's high latitude position, where seasonal astronomical shifts result in varying prayer times throughout the year.
Islamic tradition dictates five daily prayers: Fajr (dawn), Dhuhr (noon), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (sunset), and Isha (night). Each prayer time is determined by the sun's specific position relative to the horizon and the meridian.
At 150m above sea level, Birmingham's elevation affects sunrise and sunset times. Higher elevations see these events slightly later than lower areas. This elevation adjustment is included in all our calculations.
Prayer times are calculated using precise astronomical algorithms based on Birmingham's exact location (52.48°N, 1.90°W), timezone (Europe/London), and the current season to determine accurate sunrise and sunset times year-round.
Iftar in Birmingham today is the astronomical sunset time shown at the top of this page. Check the precise time, which is calculated for Birmingham's exact location (52.48°N, 1.90°W) at 150m elevation. The calculation uses the MWL 18° method, which is followed by most UK mosques.
Sehri end time in Birmingham marks when the fast begins in the morning. During Ramadan, this time changes daily. View the complete 30-day calendar below to see each day's exact Sehri end time throughout Ramadan in Birmingham. Most mosques in the area follow the MWL 18° method, though you can compare other standards on this page.
At 52.5°N, Birmingham experiences moderate seasonal variation in daylight, affecting fasting duration throughout Ramadan. Fasting hours in Birmingham vary daily throughout the month due to the changing sunset time. The complete 30-day Ramadan calendar on this page shows the exact fasting duration (hours and minutes) for every single day in Birmingham, so you can plan your fast accordingly.
Birmingham and Small Heath share nearly identical sunset times due to their close proximity. The primary cause is the longitude difference between the cities — roughly 4 minutes of time difference per degree of longitude. Birmingham is at latitude 52.48°, while Small Heath is at latitude 52.46°. Even small differences in latitude and elevation create measurable shifts in when sunset occurs.
The MWL 18° method is most commonly used by mosques in Birmingham. However, the best method for you depends on your local mosque or Islamic authority. We provide multiple standards on this page: MWL 18°, ISNA 15°, Umm al-Qura 18.5°, and Diyanet 20°. Check with your mosque to confirm which they recommend, then use that method from the options available above.