Prayer Times in Kuala Lumpur, MY
Today's exact Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha prayer times for Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Calculated for Kuala Lumpur's coordinates (3.14° N, 101.69° E) using the ISNA method. Includes Qibla direction (293° (west-northwest)) and a 7-day schedule.
About prayer times in Kuala Lumpur
The Muslim community in Kuala Lumpur, MY continues to grow alongside the broader US Muslim population, estimated at 3.45 million (Pew Research, 2017).
Kuala Lumpur's latitude (3.1°) is well within the range where standard angle-based calculation methods (ISNA, MWL, etc.) give consistent prayer times year-round.
Kuala Lumpur prayer-time quick facts
Prayer Times in Kuala Lumpur
Today's Islamic prayer times in Kuala Lumpur. Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha times. Updated daily.
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Kuala Lumpur prayer times — FAQ
How accurate are the prayer times for Kuala Lumpur?
Times are calculated using astronomical algorithms based on Kuala Lumpur's exact coordinates (3.1390°, 101.6869°) and time zone (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). Accuracy is typically within 1-2 minutes. Calculation uses the ISNA method (15° Fajr/Isha angles), which is the standard for North American Muslim communities.
Which direction is Qibla from Kuala Lumpur?
From Kuala Lumpur, the Qibla bearing is approximately 293° (west-northwest) from true north. This is the great-circle bearing toward the Kaaba in Mecca (21.4225°N, 39.8262°E). Use a phone compass or Qibla-finder app, calibrated for magnetic declination, for precise alignment.
How long is the Ramadan fast in Kuala Lumpur?
The fast length depends on when Ramadan falls in the lunar calendar relative to the solar year. In Kuala Lumpur, the longest possible Ramadan fast (summer) is approximately 12h 12m, while the shortest (winter) is around 11h 48m. The Islamic year is ~10-11 days shorter than the solar year, so Ramadan shifts earlier each Gregorian year.
What calculation method is used?
We use the ISNA (Islamic Society of North America) method with 15° angles for both Fajr and Isha. This is the most widely-followed standard in North America. Other methods (MWL, Egyptian, Karachi, Umm al-Qura) use different angles and may produce times 5-15 minutes apart. Confirm with your local mosque if they prefer a different method.
Do prayer times in Kuala Lumpur adjust for Daylight Saving Time?
Yes. All times are shown in Kuala Lumpur's local time (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) and automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time changes (second Sunday in March, first Sunday in November). The actual position of the sun does not change — only the clock face.
Can I use these times for Jumu'ah (Friday) prayer in Kuala Lumpur?
Jumu'ah typically takes place during the Dhuhr window. The times shown here are the start of Dhuhr; your local mosque in Kuala Lumpursets the actual khutbah and salah time, often 15-45 minutes after Dhuhr begins. Check your mosque's schedule directly.