Upcoming Islamic Event
10 Days of Dhul Hijjah
Estimated: Monday May 18, 2026
Prayer Times in South Africa
South Africa has a well-established Muslim community concentrated in Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth, and Pretoria. The country follows South Africa Standard Time (SAST) and does not observe daylight saving time. Musulman.app provides accurate, city-specific prayer times across South Africa using reliable Islamic calculation methods and precise solar data for both coastal and inland regions.
Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
Latitude: -26.2041
Longitude: 28.0473
Top Cities in South Africa
🕋 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
Does South Africa observe daylight saving time?
No, South Africa stays on South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2) throughout the year.
Do prayer times vary across South Africa?
Yes, coastal cities like Cape Town and Durban differ from inland areas like Johannesburg due to changes in sunrise and sunset.
Which calculation methods are used for South Africa?
Musulman.app typically uses MWL and Umm al-Qura methods tuned to South African masjid timings where possible.
How often are South African prayer times updated?
Prayer times are recalculated and updated daily using accurate astronomical data.