Prayer Times for Stranraer

Fajr in Stranraer today begins at the calculated true dawn time shown at the top of this page. This is based on Stranraer's exact coordinates (54.9°N, 5.0°W) and elevation of approximately 9 metres above sea level. The timing is calculated using the MWL 18° method and automatically adjusted for Europe/London where applicable.

Because dawn shifts daily due to the Earth's tilt and orbit, Fajr in Stranraer gradually becomes earlier in summer and later in winter.

Maghrib in Stranraer begins at astronomical sunset — the moment the upper edge of the sun disappears below the horizon at your exact location. This time is calculated specifically for Stranraer, not a nearby city centre, ensuring higher local accuracy.

Even small differences in latitude, longitude, or elevation within Dumfries and Galloway can cause sunset to vary by several minutes.

Prayer times in Stranraer are calculated using precise astronomical algorithms that account for:

• Latitude (54.9°N)
• Longitude (5.0°W)
• Elevation (approximately 9 metres above sea level)
• Local timezone (Europe/London)
• Seasonal solar position

Fajr and Isha are determined using solar angles below the horizon, Dhuhr is based on true solar noon, Asr on shadow length, and Maghrib on sunset.

These calculations are location-specific to Stranraer, meaning results differ slightly from neighbouring towns.

Stranraer is located at 54.9°N latitude, which means daylight hours vary significantly between summer and winter.

In summer:

• Sunrise is earlier
• Sunset is later
• Fajr and Isha are further apart

In winter:

• Days are shorter
• Fajr is later
• Maghrib occurs earlier

This seasonal variation is caused by the Earth's axial tilt — not by changes in the calculation method.

Although Stranraer may be close to other towns in Dumfries and Galloway, even small differences in longitude can shift sunrise and sunset by approximately 4 minutes per degree.

Elevation also matters — someone in a higher part of Stranraer may experience sunset slightly later than someone at lower ground level.

For maximum consistency within your community, it is recommended to follow your local mosque timetable where available.

Most mosques across the UK use the Muslim World League (18°) method for Fajr and Isha. However, some communities may follow alternative recognised standards.

On this page, you can select from multiple calculation methods to match your local mosque in Stranraer. If unsure, consult your mosque for guidance and select the method they recommend.

Yes. When the UK switches to British Summer Time, the clock time for all prayers in Stranraer moves forward by one hour. When clocks return to Greenwich Mean Time, prayer times shift back by one hour.

The actual solar position does not change — only the civil clock time changes.

Yes. This page provides a complete monthly timetable for Stranraer, showing daily Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha times.

Because prayer times change slightly each day, the monthly view allows you to plan ahead — especially during Ramadan or for printing a timetable for home use.