Prayer times – Cam Ranh

Muslim Presence in Cam Ranh Cam Ranh, a coastal city in Khánh Hòa Province, Vietnam, is home to a small but established Muslim community. While historical records of early Muslim settlement in the area are limited, the presence of mosques in nearby Ninh Thuận Province indicates a long-standing Islamic heritage in the region. The community has grown through both local converts and migrants, contributing to the city's cultural diversity.

Local Mosques and Prayer Places The Muslim community in Cam Ranh is served by prayer facilities in the surrounding areas. Notable among them is Nhà thờ Hồi giáo Phước Nhơn, located in Phước Nhơn, Ninh Hải, Ninh Thuận, approximately 34 km away. Another key mosque is Thánh Đường Hồi Giáo 103 An Nhơn (Masjid Al-Noor), also in Ninh Hải. These mosques provide essential spaces for daily prayers and community gatherings, reflecting the implantation of Islam in the region.

Prayer Times and Orientation Muslims in Cam Ranh observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the city's timezone, Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by latitude and season. The Qibla direction for Cam Ranh is oriented towards Mecca, with a bearing that guides worshippers during prayer. The calculation method used for prayer times ensures accuracy for the local community.