Canberra Prayer Times
Today's namaz and salah times for Canberra, Australia: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, plus Azan times and Qibla direction.
Local Time
Today's Prayer Time
Today prayer times in Canberra
- Fajr: 5:40 AM
- Sunrise: 7:10 AM
- Dhuhr: 12:10 PM
- Asr: 2:50 PM
- Maghrib: 5:09 PM
- Isha: 6:33 PM
Islamic Resources for Canberra
About Canberra
Canberra, Australia's capital city with approximately 460,000 residents, hosts a significant Muslim community of around 15,000. The planned city attracts diplomats, public servants, academics, and professionals. Prayer times follow the Muslim World League (MWL) calculation method.
Canberra's Muslim community is notably educated and professional, reflecting the city's character as the national capital. The community includes diplomats, academics at ANU and other universities, and public servants. The Muslim community is concentrated in suburbs like Tuggeranong and Woden.
The Islamic Society of ACT coordinates community affairs, while the Canberra Islamic Centre serves as a hub for religious and social activities. The capital hosts embassies from Muslim-majority countries, adding to the community's international character.
Prayer Times in Canberra
Prayer times in Canberra follow the Muslim World League (MWL) method. The ACT observes daylight saving from October to April. At approximately 35°S latitude, Canberra has seasonal variation similar to Sydney, with cold winters and warm summers affecting prayer schedules.
Major Mosques in Canberra
Canberra Islamic Centre (Yarralumla Mosque)
Yarralumla, Canberra
The main Islamic center serving Canberra's Muslim community, located in the diplomatic suburb of Yarralumla. The center hosts Friday prayers, community events, and serves diplomats and locals alike.
Jumu'ah: Canberra's primary Friday mosque.
Gungahlin Mosque
Gungahlin, Canberra
Serving the growing Muslim community in Canberra's northern suburbs.
Jumu'ah: Northern suburbs mosque.
ANU Musallah
Australian National University
Prayer facilities at ANU serving Muslim students and staff.
Jumu'ah: University prayer space.
Ramadan in Canberra
Ramadan in Canberra brings together the capital's diverse Muslim community. The Canberra Islamic Centre hosts taraweeh prayers and community iftars, with the international diplomatic community adding unique character.
Canberra's cold winters during some Ramadan years mean shorter fasting days but chilly conditions for evening prayers. The educated community engages deeply with religious study during the holy month.
Prayer Time Questions for Canberra
What calculation method is used for Canberra prayer times?
Canberra follows the Muslim World League (MWL) calculation method.
Does Canberra observe daylight saving time?
Yes, the ACT observes daylight saving from the first Sunday in October to the first Sunday in April.
What is unique about Canberra's Muslim community?
As the national capital, Canberra's Muslim community is notably professional and international, including diplomats, academics, and public servants.
Prayer Time FAQ for Canberra
What time is Fajr prayer in Canberra today?
Fajr prayer time in Canberra today is 5:40 AM. This is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise.
What time is Dhuhr prayer in Canberra today?
Dhuhr prayer time in Canberra today is 12:10 PM. Dhuhr is the midday prayer, prayed once the sun has passed its highest point.
What time is Asr prayer in Canberra today?
Asr prayer time in Canberra today is 2:50 PM. Asr is the afternoon prayer.
What time is Maghrib prayer in Canberra today?
Maghrib prayer time in Canberra today is 5:09 PM. Maghrib is performed just after sunset.
What time is Isha prayer in Canberra today?
Isha prayer time in Canberra today is 6:33 PM. Isha is the night prayer, the last of the five daily prayers.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) in Canberra?
Jummah, the Friday congregational prayer, replaces Dhuhr and is prayed at midday in Canberra, around 12:10 PM. The khutbah timing varies between mosques, so check with your local masjid.
What is the Qibla direction from Canberra?
The Qibla from Canberra is 278°, facing west toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time Details for Canberra
Fajr
Fajr prayer time today in Canberra is 5:40 AM.
Dhuhr
Dhuhr prayer time today in Canberra is 12:10 PM.
Asr
Asr prayer time today in Canberra is 2:50 PM.
Maghrib
Maghrib prayer time today in Canberra is 5:09 PM.
Isha
Isha prayer time today in Canberra is 6:33 PM.
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