Prayer times on this page are updated daily and are specific to Banja Luka. They are calculated using standard methods for Bosnia and Herzegovina. Always verify times locally, especially during Ramadan or for early Fajr prayers. The page shows the current day's schedule; for future dates, use the date selector.
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Prayer times – Banja Luka
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina • Central European Time (UTC+2)
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Friday, July 31, 2026
Fajr
03:30
Sunrise
05:36
Dhuhr
12:59
Asr
16:58
Maghrib
20:19
Isha
22:15
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Sunrise
05:36
Sunset
20:19
Qibla
146.3°
Calculation Methods · Muslim World League
Calculation method based on Muslim World League criteria, used in many European and other countries, uses 18° for Fajr and 17° for Isha
Twilight Angles
Fajr 18 • Isha 17
Madhhab
Shafi
High Latitude Rule
Middle of the Night
Coordinates
44.7784°, 17.1939° • 164 m
Distance to Mecca
701 km
Timezone
Central European Time (UTC +2)
Banja Luka
Nearby Mosques
≈ 0.7 km
Christ the Savior - Serbian Orthodox Cathedral
Trg srpskih vladara 3, Banja Luka 78000
≈ 0.8 km
Ferhadija Mosque
Kralja Petra I Karađorđevića, Banja Luka 78000, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Banja Luka Prayer Times
Find accurate prayer times for Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Evergreen guide to daily salah, Qibla direction, and local mosque presence.
Muslim Presence in Banja Luka Banja Luka, the second-largest city in Bosnia and Herzegovina, has a long-standing Muslim community that forms an integral part of the city's diverse cultural fabric. While the city's history includes periods of change, the Muslim population has maintained a continuous presence, contributing to the city's character through generations. Today, Muslims in Banja Luka practice their faith openly, with prayer times guiding their daily routines.
Local Mosque Implantation The Muslim community in Banja Luka is served by several mosques and prayer places within the city and its surroundings. Notable among them is the Arnaudija Mosque, located in the city center, which stands as a key place of worship. Other mosques include Dolaka Mosque, Gazanferija Mosque, and Behram Effendi Mosque, spread across different neighborhoods. Beyond the city, prayer places in Čelinac, Basići, Bronzani Majdan, Mrkonjić Grad, and Prijedor extend the network of worship spaces for the wider region.
Prayer Time Orientation In Banja Luka, Muslims observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the city's location in the Europe/Sarajevo timezone. Prayer times shift throughout the year due to seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude. The Qibla direction for Banja Luka is oriented towards Mecca, and the distance to the Kaaba is approximately 2,800 kilometers. The calculation method used for prayer times is typically based on the Islamic Community of Bosnia and Herzegovina standards.
Prayer times in Banja Luka vary significantly with the seasons. In summer, Fajr and Isha are shorter due to early sunrises and late sunsets, while winter brings longer nights and earlier Maghrib times. The city's northern latitude amplifies these changes, making it essential to check updated schedules regularly.
Prayer Times This Month in July
Prayer times for the month of 31 in Banja Luka range between 03:30 and 22:15, with approximate average times: Fajr Fajr 03:30, Dhuhr Dhuhr 12:59, Asr Asr 04:58, Maghrib Maghrib 08:19 and Isha Isha 10:15.
| Date | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | 03:30 | 05:36 | 12:59 | 16:58 | 20:19 | 22:15 |