Islamic prayer times in Samarinda (Indonesia) are astronomically calculated based on the coordinates -0.4948°N, 117.1436°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 Samarinda 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 Samarinda
The Qibla direction (direction towards the Kaaba in Mecca) in Samarinda is exactly 292° from geographic north. This calculation is based on the great circle method.
Recommended Calculation Method
For Samarinda in Indonesia, NamazWorld recommends the Diyanet method, which is used by most mosques in Central Europe. A total of 11 recognized calculation methods are available.
About Samarinda
Country
Indonesia
Region
Kalimantan
Latitude
-0.4948°
Longitude
117.1436°
Timezone
Asia/Makassar
Qibla Direction
292°
Distance to Mecca
8,717 km
Population
844,545
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 Samarinda
When is Fajr prayer today in Samarinda?
The Fajr prayer time in Samarinda is calculated daily based on the astronomical coordinates -0.49°N, 117.14°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 Samarinda, the two times are typically about 10 minutes apart.
Which calculation method is recommended for Samarinda?
For Samarinda in Indonesia, 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 Samarinda?
Prayer times are astronomically calculated using the exact GPS coordinates of Samarinda. Accuracy is within ±1 minute. The calculation takes into account solar elevation, geographic location and the time zone Asia/Makassar.
How is the Qibla direction calculated for Samarinda?
The Qibla direction for Samarinda is calculated using the great circle method — the shortest route on the Earth's surface between Samarinda and the Kaaba in Mecca (21.4225°N, 39.8262°E).
When does fasting begin and end in Samarinda?
In Samarinda, 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 Samarinda 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 Samarinda in advance?
Yes, in the monthly overview on the Samarinda 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 Samarinda in the time zone Asia/Makassar. The displayed prayer times are always in the currently valid local time.