Upcoming Islamic Event
10 Days of Dhul Hijjah
Estimated: Monday May 18, 2026
Prayer Times in Nepal
Nepal has a notable Muslim minority located mainly in the Terai region and urban centers like Kathmandu and Nepalgunj. The country follows Nepal Time (NPT), a unique time zone at UTC+5:45 with no daylight saving time. Musulman.app provides accurate prayer times using Islamic calculation methods adjusted for Nepal’s mountainous geography and half-hour offset.
Timezone: Asia/Kathmandu
Latitude: 27.7172
Longitude: 85.324
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🕋 Hajj Season 2026
10 Days of Dhul Hijjah begin ~17 May · Day of Arafah 26 May · Eid al-Adha 27 May
🧭 Qibla Direction
Find the accurate compass bearing toward the Kaaba for cities in this country.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Nepal’s timezone unusual?
Nepal uses NPT (UTC+5:45), one of the few 45-minute offset time zones.
Does Nepal observe daylight saving time?
No, Nepal remains on NPT year-round.
Do prayer times vary across Nepal?
Yes, mountainous regions and valleys have different solar patterns.
Which calculation method is used?
MWL or Umm al-Qura with adjustments for Nepal’s geography and time offset.