Prayer times in Anchorage change daily based on sunrise and sunset. Use the dynamic times displayed on this page for accurate daily schedules. The calculation method is applied consistently. For Jumu'ah (Friday prayer), check with local mosques for congregation times.
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Prayer times – Anchorage
Anchorage, United States • Alaska Time (UTC-8)
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Thursday, July 23, 2026
Fajr
02:04
Sunrise
05:09
Dhuhr
14:07
Maghrib
23:00
Isha
02:06
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Sunrise
05:09
Sunset
23:02
Qibla
6.8°
Calculation Methods · North America
Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) method, used in USA and Canada, uses 15° for Fajr and 15° for Isha
Twilight Angles
Fajr 15 • Isha 15
Madhhab
Shafi
High Latitude Rule
Middle of the Night
Coordinates
61.2181°, -149.9003° • 16 m
Distance to Mecca
17,670 km
Timezone
Alaska Time (UTC -8)
Anchorage
Nearby Mosques
Local prayer guide
Anchorage Prayer Times
Find accurate Anchorage prayer times for Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. Anchorage's Muslim community is served by mosques including Ar-Rashid Masjid and Alaska Masjid. Prayer times vary with the seasons due to the city's high latitude.
Muslim Presence in Anchorage Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, has a small but established Muslim community. Muslims have been part of the city's fabric for decades, contributing to its diverse cultural landscape. The community includes families, professionals, and students who observe the five daily prayers.
Community Implantation The Muslim community is centered around two main prayer places: Ar-Rashid Masjid, located at 5841 Arctic Blvd, and Alaska Masjid (Islamic Community Center Anchorage) at 8005 Spring St. These mosques serve residents across the city, including areas near Arctic Boulevard and the Spring Street district. Ar-Rashid Masjid is a notable listed mosque providing regular services.
Prayer Time Orientation Anchorage prayer times follow the calculation method used by the local community. The city is in the America/Anchorage timezone. Due to Anchorage's high latitude, prayer times vary dramatically throughout the year, with very long days in summer and short days in winter. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are key for orientation during prayer.
Due to Anchorage's high latitude, prayer times vary significantly between summer and winter. In summer, Fajr and Isha times are very short, while in winter, Dhuhr and Asr occur during limited daylight. Always check the current day's times.
Prayer Times This Month in July
Prayer times for the month of 31 in Anchorage range between 02:04 and 02:06, with approximate average times: Fajr Fajr 02:04, Dhuhr Dhuhr 02:07, Asr Asr 06:32, Maghrib Maghrib 10:50 and Isha Isha 02:06.
| Date | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/23/2026 | 02:04 | 05:10 | 14:07 | 18:36 | 23:00 | 02:06 |
| 7/24/2026 | 02:04 | 05:13 | 14:07 | 18:35 | 22:58 | 02:06 |
| 7/25/2026 | 02:04 | 05:15 | 14:07 | 18:34 | 22:55 | 02:06 |
| 7/26/2026 | 02:04 | 05:17 | 14:07 | 18:33 | 22:53 | 02:06 |
| 7/27/2026 | 02:04 | 05:20 | 14:07 | 18:32 | 22:50 | 02:06 |
| 7/28/2026 | 02:04 | 05:22 | 14:07 | 18:31 | 22:48 | 02:06 |
| 7/29/2026 | 02:04 | 05:25 | 14:07 | 18:30 | 22:45 | 02:06 |
| 7/30/2026 | 02:04 | 05:28 | 14:07 | 18:29 | 22:43 | 02:06 |
| 7/31/2026 | 02:04 | 05:30 | 14:07 | 18:28 | 22:40 | 02:06 |