Prayer times – Manhattan

Muslim Presence in Manhattan Manhattan, the heart of New York City, has been home to a diverse Muslim community for decades. Muslims from various backgrounds have settled here, contributing to the city's rich cultural fabric. The community includes professionals, students, and families who observe their faith while living in one of the world's most dynamic urban centers.

Local Mosques and Prayer Places Manhattan and its surrounding areas are served by numerous mosques and Islamic centers. Notable among them is the Islamic Cultural Center Riverside Drive, located at 1 Riverside Dr, New York, NY 10023, which serves as a central prayer place for many. Other mapped prayer places include Masjid Manhattan, Islamic Society of Mid Manhattan, and Masjid Ar-Rahman, among others. These facilities are spread across neighborhoods such as Midtown, Lower Manhattan, and nearby Brooklyn, providing accessible spaces for daily prayers and community gatherings.

Prayer Time Orientation Muslims in Manhattan follow the five daily prayers: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude and the season. The local timezone is America/New_York. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are important for orientation during prayer. The calculation method used for determining prayer times is specified on the page, ensuring accuracy for the local community.