Prayer times – Durham

Muslim Presence in Durham Durham, located in North Carolina, is home to a diverse and growing Muslim community. Over the years, Muslims have settled in the city, contributing to its cultural and religious landscape. The community is well-established, with families, students, and professionals practicing their faith in a welcoming environment.

Local Mosques and Prayer Places The Muslim community in Durham is served by several mosques and Islamic centers. Notable among them is the Ar-Razzaq Islamic Center, located on West Chapel Hill Street in Durham, providing a central place for worship and community activities. Additionally, the Chapel Hill Islamic Center, situated in nearby Chapel Hill, serves as a prominent listed mosque for the region. Other prayer places in the area include the Divan Center in Cary, Apex Mosque, and As-Salaam Islamic Center in Raleigh, reflecting the widespread presence of Muslims across the Triangle region.

Prayer Time Orientation Prayer times in Durham vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and the seasons. Muslims observe five daily prayers: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. The times are calculated using standard methods and are adjusted for Durham's timezone, America/New_York. The Qibla direction for prayer is oriented towards Mecca, and the distance from Durham to Mecca is a significant factor in determining prayer times. This page provides accurate, up-to-date prayer times for the local community.