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Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS) calculation method
Fajr at 20° below the horizon, Isha at 18°. Used by the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS), with 20° for Fajr and 18° for Isha.
Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fajr | 20° below the horizon |
| Isha | 18° |
| Maghrib | At sunset |
| Asr | Shafi (1x shadow) or Hanafi (2x), your choice in Settings |
Precaution offsets built into this method: Dhuhr +1 min.
Where it is used
Used by the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS), with 20° for Fajr and 18° 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 | 05:03 | 19:46 |
| London | 04:23 | 19:55 |
| Kyiv | 04:21 | 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 Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS). You can nudge each prayer by a few minutes to match your local timetable.
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Frequently asked questions
Who decides the Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS) angles?
Used by the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS), with 20° for Fajr and 18° for Isha. The angles are published parameters, not measurements.