Islamic prayer times in Ruda Slaska (Polen) are astronomically calculated based on the coordinates 50.2613°N, 18.8564°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 Ruda Slaska 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 Ruda Slaska
The Qibla direction (direction towards the Kaaba in Mecca) in Ruda Slaska is exactly 143° from geographic north. This calculation is based on the great circle method.
Recommended Calculation Method
For Ruda Slaska in Polen, NamazWorld recommends the Diyanet method, which is used by most mosques in Central Europe. A total of 11 recognized calculation methods are available.
About Ruda Slaska
Country
Polen
Region
Schlesien
Latitude
50.2613°
Longitude
18.8564°
Timezone
Europe/Warsaw
Qibla Direction
143°
Distance to Mecca
3,694 km
Population
138,773
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 Ruda Slaska
When is Fajr prayer today in Ruda Slaska?
The Fajr prayer time in Ruda Slaska is calculated daily based on the astronomical coordinates 50.26°N, 18.86°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 Ruda Slaska, the two times are typically about 10 minutes apart.
Which calculation method is recommended for Ruda Slaska?
For Ruda Slaska in Polen, 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 Ruda Slaska?
Prayer times are astronomically calculated using the exact GPS coordinates of Ruda Slaska. Accuracy is within ±1 minute. The calculation takes into account solar elevation, geographic location and the time zone Europe/Warsaw.
How is the Qibla direction calculated for Ruda Slaska?
The Qibla direction for Ruda Slaska is calculated using the great circle method — the shortest route on the Earth's surface between Ruda Slaska and the Kaaba in Mecca (21.4225°N, 39.8262°E).
When does fasting begin and end in Ruda Slaska?
In Ruda Slaska, 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 Ruda Slaska 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 Ruda Slaska in advance?
Yes, in the monthly overview on the Ruda Slaska 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 Ruda Slaska in the time zone Europe/Warsaw. The displayed prayer times are always in the currently valid local time.