Fajr prayer time: when it starts and ends الفجر

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When does Fajr start?

Fajr starts at true dawn (subh sadiq), when light first spreads along the horizon. Calculation methods place this when the sun is 15° to 20° below the horizon, depending on the method.

When does Fajr end?

Fajr ends at sunrise.

How many rak‘ahs is Fajr?

2 fard rak‘ahs, with 2 sunnah rak‘ahs prayed before them.

Where the schools differ

All schools agree on when Fajr starts and ends. Methods differ only on the sun angle they use for dawn.

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Last updated: Tuesday, 29 September 2026