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Umm al-Qura University, Makkah calculation method
Fajr at 18.5° below the horizon, Isha at 90 minutes after Maghrib. Published by Umm al-Qura University in Makkah and used in Saudi Arabia. Isha is defined as a fixed interval after Maghrib rather than by a sun angle.
Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fajr | 18.5° below the horizon |
| Isha | 90 minutes after Maghrib |
| 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
Published by Umm al-Qura University in Makkah and used in Saudi Arabia. Isha is defined as a fixed interval after Maghrib rather than by a sun angle. 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 | 05:09 | 20:02 |
| London | 04:23 | 19:43 |
| Kyiv | 04:20 | 19:40 |
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 Umm al-Qura University, Makkah. You can nudge each prayer by a few minutes to match your local timetable.
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Frequently asked questions
Who decides the Umm al-Qura University, Makkah angles?
Published by Umm al-Qura University in Makkah and used in Saudi Arabia. The angles are published parameters, not measurements.