The approximate Fajr timings on September 7, 2025, in key Pakistani cities are as follows:
- Karachi: 04:57 AM
- Islamabad: 04:22 AM
- Lahore: 04:19 AM
- Punjab (e.g, Faisalabad /other major cities): Fajr is observed around 04:22 AM or earlier in cities like Faisalabad, depending on locality.
The listed timings represent the start of the Fajr (dawn) prayer, which begins when the first light appears on the horizon (Fajr Sadiq). Based on astronomical twilight, this moment is typically calculated using an angle of around 18 degrees below the horizon, although local calculation methods may vary slightly. These calendars, such as (Al-Habib, Aladhan, and IslamicFinder) are widely used in Pakistan, and for the local time zone, timings are adjusted accordingly.
The southern city of Karachi, which is close to sea level, experiences a slightly later dawn compared to northern cities. Fajr is visible about 04:57 AM, whereas in Lahore/Islamabad it is about 04:19-04:22 AM. There is a gradual shortening of daylight after summer as we approach September, where Fajr tends to shift a bit later by a few seconds or a minute every few days. This is due to a predictable seasonal drift.
There may be small differences depending on elevation, horizon obstruction, or the specific method used to compute twilight in areas within Punjab. For instance, it is observed slightly earlier or later times in smaller towns, depending upon the local mosque or community practice. A calendar named IslamicFinder for Faisalabad shows Fajr at 04:39 AM on average, which may not be the precise value for September 7.
There is an interval of 1 hour and 15-17 minutes between Fajr and sunrise in these cities on that date. For example, the sunrise in Karachi is at 06:15 AM, giving a buffer for Suhoor or pre-sunrise preparations after Fajr. This gap is slightly less in Lahore and Islamabad, but still comfortable for those observing pre-dawn rituals.
The timings of Fajr in different cities mentioned reflect standard astronomical twilight calculations that are fairly consistent with trusted sources like Aladhan, Al-Habib, and IslamicFinder. The pre-dawn activities should be planned accordingly by Muslims and cross-checked with local mosque announcements. It should be noted that the dawn time will gradually creep a little bit later as the month proceeds.