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Kuwait calculation method
Fajr at 18° below the horizon, Isha at 17.5°. Used in Kuwait, with 18° for Fajr and 17.5° for Isha.
Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fajr | 18° below the horizon |
| Isha | 17.5° |
| Maghrib | At sunset |
| Asr | Shafi (1x shadow) or Hanafi (2x), your choice in Settings |
This method adds no built-in minute offsets.
Where it is used
Used in Kuwait, with 18° for Fajr and 17.5° for Isha. Your local mosque may publish its own table, so use this as a guide and check it against theirs.
Example times
Computed with this method for the spring equinox 2027 (20 March), the same engine as the app:
| City (spring equinox 2027) | Fajr | Isha |
|---|---|---|
| Mecca | 05:11 | 19:43 |
| London | 04:23 | 19:54 |
| Kyiv | 04:20 | 19:52 |
Values for Kyiv and London apply the high-latitude rule recommended for latitudes above 48°.
Use it in Sakina
Open the app, then Settings, then Method, and pick Kuwait. You can nudge each prayer by a few minutes to match your local timetable.
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Frequently asked questions
Who decides the Kuwait angles?
Used in Kuwait, with 18° for Fajr and 17. The angles are published parameters, not measurements.