📅 December 2026

Prayer Times Calendar for Modesto - December 2026

This is the complete prayer times calendar for Modesto, California, United States for December 2026. All times are calculated using the ISNA method specific to coordinates 37.6391°N, 120.9969°W.

December Prayer Time Patterns in Modesto

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

• Fajr (Dawn): Begins at 05:42 on the 1st and shifts to 06:01 by the end of the month
• Maghrib (Sunset): Starts at 16:46 early in the month and changes to 16:55 by month's end
• Daylight Duration: The time between Fajr and Maghrib decreases during this month
• Fasting Hours: From approximately 11 hours 4 minutes to 10 hours 54 minutes

Understanding the Five Daily Prayers

Muslims in Modesto 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 December, it begins around 05:42 in Modesto.
• Dhuhr (الظهر): The midday prayer, offered after the sun passes its zenith. During December, Dhuhr in Modesto is typically around 11:53.
• Asr (العصر): The afternoon prayer, begins when an object's shadow equals its length. In December, Asr time is approximately 14:28.
• 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 Modesto during December, Isha begins around 18:03.

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 States. 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 December Prayers in Modesto

• 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.
• Enable notifications to receive prayer time alerts throughout the day.