Islamic prayer times in Bahir Dar (Äthiopien) are astronomically calculated based on the coordinates 11.5931°N, 37.3917°E. NamazWorld uses the Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı (Turkish Directorate of Religious Affairs) calculation method by default, with a Fajr angle of 18° and an Isha angle of 17°.
The 6 Daily Prayers
Muslims in Bahir Dar perform six prayers daily: Imsak (beginning of the fast, approx. 10 min. before Fajr), Fajr (morning prayer at dawn), Dhuhr (midday prayer after the zenith), Asr (afternoon prayer), Maghrib (evening prayer at sunset) and Isha (night prayer at nightfall).
Qibla Direction for Bahir Dar
The Qibla direction (direction towards the Kaaba in Mecca) in Bahir Dar is exactly 13° from geographic north. This calculation is based on the great circle method.
Recommended Calculation Method
For Bahir Dar in Äthiopien, NamazWorld recommends the Diyanet method, which is used by most mosques in Central Europe. A total of 11 recognized calculation methods are available.
About Bahir Dar
Country
Äthiopien
Region
Amhara
Latitude
11.5931°
Longitude
37.3917°
Timezone
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Qibla Direction
13°
Distance to Mecca
1,123 km
Population
301,000
From the Quran
"And establish prayer and give zakat and bow with those who bow." — Surah Al-Baqarah 2:43
Calculation Method
Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı is used as the calculation method. You can change the method above to see times from other organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prayer Times in Bahir Dar
When is Fajr prayer today in Bahir Dar?
The Fajr prayer time in Bahir Dar is calculated daily based on the astronomical coordinates 11.59°N, 37.39°E. The exact time varies by season and is displayed on NamazWorld with a live countdown.
What is Imsak and how does it differ from Fajr?
Imsak marks the beginning of the fasting period, approximately 10 minutes before the Fajr prayer. During Ramadan, eating and drinking should stop at Imsak. Fajr is the actual morning prayer time. In Bahir Dar, the two times are typically about 10 minutes apart.
Which calculation method is recommended for Bahir Dar?
For Bahir Dar in Äthiopien, NamazWorld recommends the Diyanet method (Turkish Directorate of Religious Affairs). In Europe, this method is used by most mosques. Alternatively, 10 other methods are available, including MWL, ISNA, Umm al-Qura and the Egyptian General Authority.
How accurate are the prayer times for Bahir Dar?
Prayer times are astronomically calculated using the exact GPS coordinates of Bahir Dar. Accuracy is within ±1 minute. The calculation takes into account solar elevation, geographic location and the time zone Africa/Addis_Ababa.
How is the Qibla direction calculated for Bahir Dar?
The Qibla direction for Bahir Dar is calculated using the great circle method — the shortest route on the Earth's surface between Bahir Dar and the Kaaba in Mecca (21.4225°N, 39.8262°E).
When does fasting begin and end in Bahir Dar?
In Bahir Dar, fasting begins at Imsak time (approx. 10 min. before Fajr) and ends at Maghrib (sunset). The fasting duration varies by season — in summer it can exceed 16 hours, in winter it can be under 9 hours.
What do the individual prayer times mean?
Fajr (Dawn): first light on the horizon. Sunrise (Shuruq): end of Fajr time. Dhuhr (Noon): sun at its zenith. Asr (Afternoon): shadow of an object equals its length. Maghrib (Sunset): sun disappears below the horizon. Isha (Night): last twilight disappears.
Why do prayer times in Bahir Dar differ from other cities?
Prayer times depend directly on geographic location. Even 50 km of distance can lead to differences of 1–3 minutes. Cities further north have longer summer days and later Isha times. NamazWorld calculates the times for each city individually using exact coordinates.
Can I see the prayer times for Bahir Dar in advance?
Yes, in the monthly overview on the Bahir Dar city page you will find all prayer times for the entire month. You can also browse past and future months using the arrow buttons.
Is daylight saving time taken into account for prayer times?
NamazWorld automatically accounts for daylight saving time for Bahir Dar in the time zone Africa/Addis_Ababa. The displayed prayer times are always in the currently valid local time.