📅 January 2026

Prayer Times Calendar for Gloucester - January 2026

This is the complete prayer times calendar for Gloucester, England, United Kingdom for January 2026. All times are calculated using the ISNA method specific to coordinates 51.8642°N, 2.2382°W.

January Prayer Time Patterns in Gloucester

During January 2026, Gloucester experiences winter conditions in the northern hemisphere. This affects the prayer times throughout the month:

• Fajr (Dawn): Begins at 06:32 on the 1st and shifts to 06:13 by the end of the month
• Maghrib (Sunset): Starts at 16:09 early in the month and changes to 16:55 by month's end
• Daylight Duration: The time between Fajr and Maghrib increases during this month
• Fasting Hours: From approximately 9 hours 37 minutes to 10 hours 42 minutes

Understanding the Five Daily Prayers

Muslims in Gloucester observe five obligatory daily prayers (Salah), each with its designated time window based on the sun's position:

• Fajr (الفجر): The pre-dawn prayer, performed before sunrise. In January, it begins around 06:32 in Gloucester.
• Dhuhr (الظهر): The midday prayer, offered after the sun passes its zenith. During January, Dhuhr in Gloucester is typically around 12:13.
• Asr (العصر): The afternoon prayer, begins when an object's shadow equals its length. In January, Asr time is approximately 13:51.
• Maghrib (المغرب): The sunset prayer, performed immediately after the sun sets. This also marks Iftar time during Ramadan.
• Isha (العشاء): The night prayer, offered after twilight disappears. In Gloucester during January, Isha begins around 17:53.

ISNA Calculation Method

The prayer times on this page are calculated using the ISNA (Islamic Society of North America) method, which is widely used in United Kingdom. This method uses:

• Fajr angle: 15° below the horizon
• Isha angle: 15° below the horizon
• Asr calculation: Standard (Shafi'i) method where shadow equals object length

Tips for January Prayers in Gloucester

• In winter, the days are shorter, making it easier to fast if Ramadan falls during this period.
• Fajr and Isha times are closer together, allowing for more consistent sleep schedules.
• Bookmark this page or install our PWA for quick access to daily prayer times.
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