Columbus Prayer Times
Today's namaz and salah times for Columbus, United States: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha, plus Azan times and Qibla direction.
Local Time
Today's Prayer Time
Today prayer times in Columbus
- Fajr: 4:42 AM
- Sunrise: 6:15 AM
- Dhuhr: 1:39 PM
- Asr: 5:35 PM
- Maghrib: 9:00 PM
- Isha: 10:34 PM
Islamic Resources for Columbus
About Columbus
Columbus, Ohio, is home to approximately 50,000 Muslims, forming one of the largest Muslim communities in the Midwest. The state capital has become a significant destination for Somali refugees, hosting one of the largest Somali communities in the United States. The city's Muslim population also includes substantial South Asian and Arab communities, creating a diverse Islamic landscape.
Columbus has become a major center for Somali Muslim life in America, with tens of thousands of Somalis settling in the city since the 1990s. This community has established mosques, businesses, and cultural institutions throughout the city, particularly in neighborhoods like the North Side. Alongside the Somali community, Muslims from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Palestine, and other countries contribute to the city's Islamic diversity.
Mosques and Islamic centers serve communities throughout the Columbus area, from the Somali neighborhoods in North Columbus to suburban areas. The Noor Islamic Cultural Center in Dublin is one of the largest, while numerous smaller mosques serve specific ethnic and neighborhood communities. Islamic schools, halal markets, and Somali restaurants are prominent features of the city's Muslim landscape.
Prayer Times in Columbus
Prayer times in Columbus follow the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) calculation method using 15 degrees for Fajr and Isha. The city operates on Eastern Time (UTC-05:00) and observes daylight saving time from March through November. Columbus experiences moderate to significant seasonal variation, with Fajr around 4:20 AM and Maghrib past 9:00 PM in summer. Winter brings Fajr near 6:25 AM and Maghrib around 5:20 PM.
Major Mosques in Columbus
Noor Islamic Cultural Center
Dublin
One of the largest mosques in Ohio, serving the diverse Columbus Muslim community with comprehensive religious and educational programs. The center features a beautiful facility with extensive educational and community spaces.
Jumu'ah: Very large Jumu'ah attendance; multiple services offered.
Islamic Foundation of Central Ohio
Columbus
Serving the Columbus Muslim community with religious services, educational programs, and community outreach. The center welcomes Muslims of all backgrounds.
Masjid Ibn Taymiyah
North Columbus
Serving the large Somali Muslim community in North Columbus, this mosque has become a center of Somali community life. The mosque offers daily prayers and programs serving this vibrant community.
Masjid Ibad Ar-Rahman
Columbus
A Somali mosque serving the community with daily prayers and programs. The mosque is one of several serving the substantial Somali population in Columbus.
Islamic Center of Columbus
Columbus
Serving the Columbus Muslim community with daily prayers and educational programs. The center provides a welcoming environment for Muslims of diverse backgrounds.
OSU Muslim Student Association
OSU Campus
Ohio State University's MSA provides prayer facilities and programming for Muslim students at one of the nation's largest universities. Jumu'ah prayers are organized on campus during the academic year.
Jumu'ah: Active during academic year.
Ramadan in Columbus
Ramadan in Columbus brings together the city's diverse Muslim community, with particular vibrancy in the Somali neighborhoods. The Noor Islamic Cultural Center hosts large nightly taraweeh prayers, while Somali mosques throughout North Columbus are filled with worshippers. Community iftars showcase Somali, South Asian, and Middle Eastern cuisines.
The Somali community's strong cultural traditions are especially visible during Ramadan, with families gathering for iftar and community events. Charitable activities increase throughout the month, with organizations supporting local and international causes. Eid al-Fitr celebrations draw thousands to venues throughout the city, reflecting the community's diversity and growth.
Prayer Time Questions for Columbus
What calculation method is used for Columbus prayer times?
Columbus mosques primarily follow the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) method, using 15 degrees for Fajr and Isha calculations. This provides consistent times recognized across North American Muslim communities.
Where is the largest Somali Muslim community in Columbus?
The North Side of Columbus has the largest concentration of Somali Muslims, with numerous mosques, Somali restaurants, and businesses serving the community. This is one of the largest Somali communities in the United States.
Does Columbus observe daylight saving time?
Yes, Columbus follows Eastern Daylight Time from March to November and Eastern Standard Time during winter months. Prayer times adjust accordingly when clocks change.
Are there halal Somali restaurants in Columbus?
Yes, Columbus has many Somali restaurants, particularly in the North Side neighborhoods. These serve traditional Somali cuisine and are an important part of the community's cultural life.
Where can I pray Jumu'ah in Columbus?
The Noor Islamic Cultural Center in Dublin offers large Jumu'ah prayers. Numerous other mosques throughout Columbus, including several Somali mosques on the North Side, also offer Friday prayers.
Are there mosques near Ohio State University?
The OSU Muslim Student Association organizes prayers on campus. Several community mosques are also accessible from the university area.
How accurate are Columbus prayer times on PrayerAll?
PrayerAll calculates Columbus prayer times using ISNA methodology and precise coordinates. Times are updated daily and account for daylight saving changes throughout the year.
Prayer Time FAQ for Columbus
What time is Fajr prayer in Columbus today?
Fajr prayer time in Columbus today is 4:42 AM. This is the dawn prayer performed before sunrise.
What time is Dhuhr prayer in Columbus today?
Dhuhr prayer time in Columbus today is 1:39 PM. Dhuhr is the midday prayer, prayed once the sun has passed its highest point.
What time is Asr prayer in Columbus today?
Asr prayer time in Columbus today is 5:35 PM. Asr is the afternoon prayer.
What time is Maghrib prayer in Columbus today?
Maghrib prayer time in Columbus today is 9:00 PM. Maghrib is performed just after sunset.
What time is Isha prayer in Columbus today?
Isha prayer time in Columbus today is 10:34 PM. Isha is the night prayer, the last of the five daily prayers.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) in Columbus?
Jummah, the Friday congregational prayer, replaces Dhuhr and is prayed at midday in Columbus, around 1:39 PM. The khutbah timing varies between mosques, so check with your local masjid.
What is the Qibla direction from Columbus?
The Qibla from Columbus is 52°, facing north-east toward the Kaaba in Mecca.
Prayer Time Details for Columbus
Fajr
Fajr prayer time today in Columbus is 4:42 AM.
Dhuhr
Dhuhr prayer time today in Columbus is 1:39 PM.
Asr
Asr prayer time today in Columbus is 5:35 PM.
Maghrib
Maghrib prayer time today in Columbus is 9:00 PM.
Isha
Isha prayer time today in Columbus is 10:34 PM.
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