Chennai Prayer Times
Today's namaz and salah times for Chennai, India: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, plus Azan times and Qibla direction.
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Today's Prayer Time
Today prayer times in Chennai
- Fajr: 4:33 AM
- Sunrise: 5:50 AM
- Dhuhr: 12:16 PM
- Asr: 3:38 PM
- Maghrib: 6:40 PM
- Isha: 7:57 PM
Islamic Resources for Chennai
About Chennai
Chennai (formerly Madras), the capital of Tamil Nadu, has a Muslim population of approximately 800,000. The city's Islamic heritage includes the historic Triplicane area and several ancient mosques. The Muslim community is predominantly Tamil-speaking with distinct traditions. Prayer times follow the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi calculation method.
Chennai's Muslim community is unique in being predominantly Tamil Muslim, with distinct cultural traditions, cuisine, and language. The Triplicane area, one of the oldest parts of the city, is the center of Muslim life with the historic Wallajah Mosque. The community has been present since Arab traders established connections centuries ago.
Tamil Muslims have contributed significantly to Tamil literature, trade, and culture. The city's mosques reflect local architectural styles. Areas like Triplicane, Royapuram, and parts of North Chennai have significant Muslim populations. The community maintains its distinctive Tamil Muslim identity while fully participating in the city's cosmopolitan life.
Prayer Times in Chennai
Prayer times in Chennai follow the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi method. Chennai operates on Indian Standard Time (IST, UTC+05:30). At approximately 13°N latitude on the coast, Chennai has stable prayer times year-round with minimal seasonal variation. Summer Fajr is around 4:30 AM, and the coastal location keeps evening prayers at reasonable hours.
Major Mosques in Chennai
Wallajah Mosque (Big Mosque)
Triplicane, Chennai
One of Chennai's largest and oldest mosques, built in 1795 by the Nawab of the Carnatic. The grand structure with its distinctive minarets serves as the center of Chennai's Islamic life.
Jumu'ah: Chennai's primary Friday mosque.
Thousand Lights Mosque
Thousand Lights, Chennai
A historic mosque near Anna Salai, one of Chennai's main thoroughfares. The mosque serves a diverse congregation in central Chennai.
Jumu'ah: Central Chennai landmark mosque.
Royapuram Mosque
Royapuram, Chennai
Serving the Muslim community in North Chennai's Royapuram area, a historic neighborhood with a significant Muslim population.
Jumu'ah: North Chennai community mosque.
Periamet Mosque
Periamet, Chennai
A significant mosque in the Periamet area, serving the Muslim community in central Chennai.
Jumu'ah: Central area mosque.
Ramadan in Chennai
Ramadan in Chennai has a distinctly Tamil Muslim character. The Triplicane area comes alive during the holy month with special foods and festive atmosphere. Tamil Muslim cuisine features prominently, including biryani, mutton sukka, and traditional sweets.
The Wallajah Mosque hosts impressive taraweeh gatherings. Chennai's coastal climate means warm evenings throughout the year. Community iftars and charitable feeding programs serve the community. Eid celebrations include traditional Tamil Muslim customs and distinctive regional foods.
Prayer Time Questions for Chennai
What calculation method is used for Chennai prayer times?
Chennai follows the University of Islamic Sciences, Karachi calculation method.
What is unique about Chennai's Muslims?
Chennai's Muslims are predominantly Tamil-speaking with distinct cultural traditions. Tamil Muslims have unique cuisine, literature, and customs that blend Tamil and Islamic heritage.
What time is Fajr in Chennai?
Fajr in Chennai is around 4:30-5:00 AM throughout the year, with minimal seasonal variation due to the city's southern latitude.
What is the historic Muslim area in Chennai?
Triplicane is the historic heart of Muslim Chennai, home to the Wallajah Mosque and traditional Muslim businesses and residences.
Prayer Time FAQ for Chennai
What time is Fajr prayer in Chennai today?
Fajr prayer time in Chennai today is 4:33 AM. This is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise.
What time is Dhuhr prayer in Chennai today?
Dhuhr prayer time in Chennai today is 12:16 PM. Dhuhr is the midday prayer, prayed once the sun has passed its highest point.
What time is Asr prayer in Chennai today?
Asr prayer time in Chennai today is 3:38 PM. Asr is the afternoon prayer.
What time is Maghrib prayer in Chennai today?
Maghrib prayer time in Chennai today is 6:40 PM. Maghrib is performed just after sunset.
What time is Isha prayer in Chennai today?
Isha prayer time in Chennai today is 7:57 PM. Isha is the night prayer, the last of the five daily prayers.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) in Chennai?
Jummah, the Friday congregational prayer, replaces Dhuhr and is prayed at midday in Chennai, around 12:16 PM. The khutbah timing varies between mosques, so check with your local masjid.
What is the Qibla direction from Chennai?
The Qibla from Chennai is 288°, facing west toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time Details for Chennai
Fajr
Fajr prayer time today in Chennai is 4:33 AM.
Dhuhr
Dhuhr prayer time today in Chennai is 12:16 PM.
Asr
Asr prayer time today in Chennai is 3:38 PM.
Maghrib
Maghrib prayer time today in Chennai is 6:40 PM.
Isha
Isha prayer time today in Chennai is 7:57 PM.
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