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Maghrib in Penang today (14th August 2026) begins at 19:32, calculated with the JAKIM — Malaysia for Penang, Malaysia. Iqamah at local mosques is usually 15–30 minutes later — always confirm with your local mosque. Global Prayer Times refreshes these times daily.

Maghrib Prayer Time in Penang Today

Friday, 14th August 2026 · Penang, Malaysia

Maghrib — Penang — Today

19:32

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Method: JAKIM — Malaysia (Fajr 20°, Isha 18°)

Maghrib in Penang for the Next 7 Days

Maghrib times in Penang, Malaysia — August 2026
Date Maghrib
Fri 14 Aug Today 19:32
Sat 15 Aug 19:32
Sun 16 Aug 19:32
Mon 17 Aug 19:31
Tue 18 Aug 19:31
Wed 19 Aug 19:31
Thu 20 Aug 19:30

All Prayer Times in Penang Today

Fajr

05:54

Sunrise

07:15

Dhuhr

13:24

Asr

16:39

Maghrib

19:32

Isha

20:44

About Maghrib Prayer

Maghrib is the fourth daily prayer, prayed immediately after sunset. It has 3 obligatory rakaat — unique among the five. During Ramadan, Maghrib marks the moment of iftar.

The Prophet ﷺ said: "My nation will be in a good state as long as they do not delay Maghrib until the stars appear." (Abu Dawud)
Fard Rakaat
3
Time
sunset
Arabic
المغرب

Maghrib Prayer in Penang — FAQs

What time is Maghrib prayer in Penang today?
Maghrib prayer in Penang today (Friday, 14th August 2026) is at 19:32.
What time does Maghrib start in Penang?
Maghrib in Penang begins immediately at sunset and ends when the red twilight disappears — approximately 60–90 minutes after sunset. Today it begins at 19:32.
How many rakaat is Maghrib prayer?
Maghrib has 3 fard rakaat, plus 2 sunnah after. It is the only obligatory prayer with 3 fard rakaat.
Is Maghrib time the same as iftar time?
Yes — Maghrib time marks the start of iftar (breaking the fast) during Ramadan.
Can you pray Maghrib before sunset?
No — Maghrib begins at the exact moment of sunset. Praying before sunset is invalid.

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