Gao's prayer times are calculated using standard Islamic methods. The city's timezone is Africa/Bamako. For accurate daily timings, refer to the dynamic schedule on this page. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are provided for orientation.
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Prayer times – Gao
Gao, Mali • Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0)
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Friday, July 31, 2026
Fajr
04:16
Sunrise
05:40
Dhuhr
12:08
Asr
15:20
Maghrib
18:32
Isha
19:47
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Sunrise
05:40
Sunset
18:32
Qibla
34.1°
Calculation Methods · Egyptian
Calculation method approved by Egyptian Survey Authority, used in Egypt and most Arab countries, uses 19.5° for Fajr and 17.5° for Isha
Twilight Angles
Fajr 19.5 • Isha 17.5
Madhhab
Shafi
High Latitude Rule
Middle of the Night
Coordinates
16.2717°, -0.0447° • 257 m
Distance to Mecca
3,497 km
Timezone
Greenwich Mean Time (UTC +0)
Gao
Nearby Mosques
Local prayer guide
Gao Prayer Times
Find accurate prayer times for Gao, Mali. Stay updated with Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha timings based on your location.
Muslim Presence in Gao: Gao, a historic city on the Niger River in Mali, has a long-standing Muslim community. Islam has been present in the region for centuries, shaping the cultural and religious landscape. Today, the city's population of over 130,000 includes a significant number of Muslims who observe daily prayers and Islamic traditions.
Community Implantation: The Muslim community in Gao is well-established, with numerous mosques and prayer spaces across the city. Notable among them is Mosquée Koweït مسجد, located about 0.9 km from the city center. Other prayer places include Mosquée Ouelegueme, Mosquée de Gao-Est, and Grande Mosquée de Dioula Bougou, serving neighborhoods throughout Gao. These mapped locations reflect the widespread presence of prayer facilities in the city.
Prayer Time Orientation: Prayer times in Gao follow the five daily prayers: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. These times vary throughout the year due to seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by Gao's latitude. The city operates on Africa/Bamako time. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are key for orientation during prayer. The calculation method used determines precise timings, ensuring accuracy for residents and visitors.
Prayer times in Gao shift throughout the year due to seasonal changes in daylight hours. During summer, Fajr and Isha times are shorter, while winter brings longer nights. These variations are normal and accounted for in the daily schedule.
Prayer Times This Month in July
Prayer times for the month of 31 in Gao range between 04:16 and 19:47, with approximate average times: Fajr Fajr 04:16, Dhuhr Dhuhr 12:08, Asr Asr 03:20, Maghrib Maghrib 06:32 and Isha Isha 07:47.
| Date | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | 04:16 | 05:41 | 12:08 | 15:20 | 18:32 | 19:47 |