Lyon Prayer Times
Today's namaz and salah times for Lyon, France: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, plus Azan times and Qibla direction.
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Today's Prayer Time
Today prayer times in Lyon
- Fajr: 3:37 AM
- Sunrise: 6:04 AM
- Dhuhr: 1:48 PM
- Asr: 5:54 PM
- Maghrib: 9:28 PM
- Isha: 11:42 PM
Islamic Resources for Lyon
About Lyon
Lyon is France's third-largest city, home to approximately 520,000 residents in the city proper and over 2 million in the metropolitan area. The Muslim community numbers around 150,000, with significant North African and Turkish populations. Union of Islamic Organizations of France (UOIF) coordinate religious affairs and prayer times.
Lyon is a major economic and cultural centre in southeastern France. The Muslim community has developed over decades, with large Algerian, Moroccan, and Turkish populations. Muslims live throughout the metropolitan area, with notable concentrations in suburbs like Vénissieux, Vaulx-en-Velin, and Villeurbanne.
Lyon's mosques serve diverse communities across the city and suburbs. The Grand Mosque of Lyon is one of France's largest purpose-built mosques. Turkish, North African, and multi-ethnic mosques provide worship spaces and community services throughout the region.
Prayer Times in Lyon
Prayer times in Lyon are calculated by Union of Islamic Organizations of France (UOIF) using established Islamic methods. The city observes Central European Time (UTC+01:00) in winter and CEST (UTC+02:00) in summer. Lyon's central-eastern French location means prayer times between Paris and Mediterranean cities.
Major Mosques in Lyon
Grand Mosque of Lyon (Grande Mosquée de Lyon)
8th arrondissement
One of France's largest mosques, opened in 1994. It can accommodate over 1,000 worshippers and features modern Islamic architecture. The mosque serves as the main Friday prayer venue and hosts major religious events.
Jumu'ah: Very busy for Jumu'ah; arrive early.
Mosquée Othmane
Villeurbanne
A major mosque serving the large Muslim population in Villeurbanne and surrounding areas. It provides extensive religious and community programming.
Mosquée de Vénissieux
Vénissieux
Serving the significant Muslim community in the southeastern suburbs, this mosque provides daily prayers and community services.
Mosquée Errahma
Vaulx-en-Velin
A community mosque serving Vaulx-en-Velin's Muslim population with regular prayers and religious programming.
Centre Culturel Islamique de Lyon
Lyon
An Islamic cultural centre providing prayers, education, and community services.
Mosquée Turque DITIB
Lyon
Serving Lyon's Turkish community with prayers in the Turkish tradition and cultural programmes.
Ramadan in Lyon
Ramadan in Lyon brings together the city's diverse Muslim community. The Grand Mosque of Lyon hosts large Taraweeh prayers and iftar programmes. Mosques throughout the metropolitan area organize community activities, and neighbourhoods with Muslim populations take on special character.
The various North African, Turkish, and other communities contribute their traditions to Ramadan observances. Charitable activities increase, and interfaith iftars promote understanding. Lyon's Muslims maintain strong religious practice during the holy month.
Prayer Time Questions for Lyon
What calculation method does Lyon use for prayer times?
Lyon follows prayer times calculated according to the Union of Islamic Organizations of France (UOIF) method, which is the standard adopted by many mosques across France. This ensures consistency for the Muslim community throughout the country.
Are prayer times unified across Lyon?
Prayer times are generally consistent across the Lyon metropolitan area.
Does Lyon observe daylight saving time?
Yes. France observes daylight saving time from late March to late October.
Why does Lyon differ slightly from nearby cities?
Lyon is in central-eastern France. Times are between Paris and Mediterranean cities like Marseille.
How much does Maghrib change throughout the year in Lyon?
Maghrib varies by about 4.5 hours between winter and summer.
Can tourists pray at major mosques in Lyon?
Yes. Muslim visitors are welcome at mosques throughout Lyon.
How often are Lyon prayer times updated on PrayerAll?
PrayerAll updates Lyon prayer times daily.
Prayer Time FAQ for Lyon
What time is Fajr prayer in Lyon today?
Fajr prayer time in Lyon today is 3:37 AM. This is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise.
What time is Dhuhr prayer in Lyon today?
Dhuhr prayer time in Lyon today is 1:48 PM. Dhuhr is the midday prayer, prayed once the sun has passed its highest point.
What time is Asr prayer in Lyon today?
Asr prayer time in Lyon today is 5:54 PM. Asr is the afternoon prayer.
What time is Maghrib prayer in Lyon today?
Maghrib prayer time in Lyon today is 9:28 PM. Maghrib is performed just after sunset.
What time is Isha prayer in Lyon today?
Isha prayer time in Lyon today is 11:42 PM. Isha is the night prayer, the last of the five daily prayers.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) in Lyon?
Jummah, the Friday congregational prayer, replaces Dhuhr and is prayed at midday in Lyon, around 1:48 PM. The khutbah timing varies between mosques, so check with your local masjid.
What is the Qibla direction from Lyon?
The Qibla from Lyon is 119°, facing south-east toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time Details for Lyon
Fajr
Fajr prayer time today in Lyon is 3:37 AM.
Dhuhr
Dhuhr prayer time today in Lyon is 1:48 PM.
Asr
Asr prayer time today in Lyon is 5:54 PM.
Maghrib
Maghrib prayer time today in Lyon is 9:28 PM.
Isha
Isha prayer time today in Lyon is 11:42 PM.
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