Prayer times in Dunhuang are calculated using standard Islamic methods, adjusted for local coordinates. Times change daily with the sun's position, so checking regularly is recommended. The city observes China Standard Time (UTC+8) year-round without daylight saving adjustments.
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Prayer times – Dunhuang
Dunhuang, China • China Time (UTC+8)
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Monday, August 24, 2026
Fajr
05:22
Sunrise
07:01
Dhuhr
13:45
Asr
17:28
Maghrib
20:26
Isha
21:58
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Sunrise
07:01
Sunset
20:26
Qibla
295.2°
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
40.1667°, 94.6833° • 1131 m
Distance to Mecca
8,146 km
Timezone
China Time (UTC +8)
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🕋 Qibla
Qibla direction
Dunhuang • 295.2° WNW
Angle from North
295.2°
Distance to Mecca
5,541 km
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Local prayer guide
Dunhuang Prayer Times
Find accurate prayer times for Dunhuang, China. Stay updated with Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha timings based on your location.
Muslim Presence in Dunhuang: Dunhuang, a historic city in Gansu Province, China, has been a crossroads of cultures along the ancient Silk Road. While specific historical details of Muslim settlement are not documented here, the city's diverse heritage suggests a long-standing presence of various communities. Today, Muslims in Dunhuang practice their faith within the broader context of Chinese society, maintaining daily prayers and religious observances.
Community and Prayer Places: The Muslim community in Dunhuang is served by local prayer facilities that cater to their spiritual needs. Although no specific mosques are listed in the immediate area, the community gathers for prayers in designated spaces. The city's layout includes residential and commercial districts where Muslims live and work, integrating their religious practices into daily life.
Prayer Time Orientation: Muslims in Dunhuang observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the city's timezone, Asia/Shanghai. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by Dunhuang's latitude and longitude. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are key for orientation during prayer.
Prayer times in Dunhuang shift significantly between summer and winter due to its inland location. Summer days are longer, with earlier Fajr and later Isha, while winter brings shorter days. These seasonal variations are reflected in the daily prayer schedule.
Prayer Times This Month in August
Prayer times for August in Dunhuang range between 05:22 and 21:58, with approximate average times: Fajr 05:26, Dhuhr 01:43, Asr 05:25, Maghrib 08:20 and Isha 09:51.
| Date | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2026 | 05:22 | 07:01 | 13:45 | 17:28 | 20:26 | 21:58 |
| 8/25/2026 | 05:23 | 07:02 | 13:44 | 17:27 | 20:24 | 21:56 |
| 8/26/2026 | 05:25 | 07:03 | 13:44 | 17:27 | 20:23 | 21:54 |
| 8/27/2026 | 05:26 | 07:04 | 13:44 | 17:26 | 20:21 | 21:52 |
| 8/28/2026 | 05:27 | 07:05 | 13:44 | 17:25 | 20:20 | 21:51 |
| 8/29/2026 | 05:29 | 07:06 | 13:43 | 17:24 | 20:18 | 21:49 |
| 8/30/2026 | 05:30 | 07:07 | 13:43 | 17:23 | 20:17 | 21:47 |
| 8/31/2026 | 05:31 | 07:08 | 13:43 | 17:22 | 20:15 | 21:45 |
Nearby Locations
No mosques found in the immediate vicinity.