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Prayer times – Benoni

Benoni, South Africa • South Africa Standard Time (UTC+2)

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Fajr

04:15

Sunrise

05:39

Dhuhr

11:56

Asr

15:25

Maghrib

18:09

Isha

19:25

Sunrise

05:39

Sunset

18:09

Qibla

14.3°

Calculation Methods · Egyptian

Calculation method approved by Egyptian Survey Authority, used in Egypt and most Arab countries, uses 19.5° for Fajr and 17.5° for Isha

Twilight Angles
Fajr 19.5 • Isha 17.5
Madhhab
Shafi
High Latitude Rule
Middle of the Night
Coordinates
-26.1885°, 28.3208° • 0 m
Distance to Mecca
5,437 km
Timezone
South Africa Standard Time (UTC +2)
N E S W
🕋 Qibla

Qibla direction

Benoni • 14.3° NNE

Angle from North

14.3°

Distance to Mecca

5,437 km

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Benoni

Nearby Mosques

Details
≈ 0.4 km
Benoni Musallah

1500, 2 Horsfall St, Benoni, ZA

≈ 1.0 km
Benoni Musallah

1500, 2 Horsfall St, Benoni

≈ 1.0 km
Al-Zabih Masjid

52 Newlands Ave, Benoni, 1500, ZA

≈ 3.1 km
Masjid Bilaal

1669 Drakensburg St, Actonville, Benoni, 1506, ZA

4.9 out of 5 4.9
≈ 3.7 km
Anwaar-E-Khalid Shah Masjid

1355 Rajah St, Actonville, Benoni, 1506, ZA

≈ 3.8 km
Actonville Jaame Masjid

Rawat St, Actonville, Johannesburg, 1501, ZA

4.7 out of 5 4.7

Local prayer guide

Benoni Prayer Times

Find accurate prayer times for Benoni, South Africa. Stay updated with Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha timings based on your location.

Muslim Presence in Benoni: Benoni, a city in the Gauteng province of South Africa, has a long-established Muslim community that has grown over generations. The city's diverse population includes Muslims who have settled here for decades, contributing to the local cultural and religious landscape. While specific historical details are not documented here, the community's presence is evident through its places of worship and daily life.

Community Implantation through Mosques: The Muslim community in Benoni is well served by several mosques and prayer places. Notable among them is Masjid Bilaal, located on Drakensburg Street in Actonville, a short distance from the city center. Actonville Jaame Masjid on Rawat Street is another key prayer place. Beyond Benoni, the Nizamiye Mosque in Midrand stands out as a prominent listed mosque, offering a grand space for worship. Other mapped prayer places in areas like Johannesburg, Germiston, and Alberton indicate a widespread network serving the region.

Prayer-Time Orientation: Muslims in Benoni follow the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—which structure their day. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and timezone (Africa/Johannesburg). The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are key for orientation during prayer. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings for the local community.

Practical notes

Benoni is in the Africa/Johannesburg timezone. Prayer times change daily with the sun's position. Use the table above for today's exact times. The Qibla direction is indicated on the page. For more details, refer to the calculation method used.

Seasonal rhythm

Prayer times in Benoni vary with the seasons due to its Southern Hemisphere location. Summer days are longer, shifting timings later, while winter days are shorter. The city's latitude affects the variation throughout the year.

Prayer times for October 2026 in Benoni

Prayer times for October in Benoni range between 03:49 and 19:43, with approximate average times: Fajr 04:05, Dhuhr 11:53, Asr 03:23, Maghrib 06:14 and Isha 07:31.

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