Prayer times – Oslo

Muslim Presence in Oslo: Oslo, the capital of Norway, is home to a diverse and established Muslim community. Over the decades, Muslims from various backgrounds have settled in the city, contributing to its multicultural fabric. The community is well-integrated, with many families, students, and professionals practicing their faith while participating in Norwegian society. This long-term presence has created a stable and vibrant Islamic life in the city.

Community Implantation: The Muslim community in Oslo is served by numerous mosques and prayer places, reflecting its widespread presence. Notable among them is the Albanian Islamic Cultural Center in Gamle Oslo, a central hub for worship and community activities. Other key locations include Al-Oslo Mosque in Nordstrand and Baitun Nasr Mosque in Oslo proper. Beyond the city center, prayer places extend to surrounding areas such as Lillestrøm (Masjid Omar Al-Farooq), Drammen (Masjid-e-Bilal, Drammen Moské), Asker (Asker Masjid - Masjid-e-Quba), and Sandvika (Al-Rahma Islamic Center Baerum). This network of mosques serves residents across Oslo and its neighboring communes.

Prayer Time Orientation: Muslims in Oslo follow the five daily prayers: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha. The times for these prayers vary throughout the year due to Oslo's high latitude, with significant differences between summer and winter. The city operates on the Europe/Oslo timezone. The Qibla direction is towards Mecca, and the distance to Mecca is approximately 4,600 km. Prayer times are calculated using a standard method suitable for the region. This page provides accurate, up-to-date times for each prayer, helping residents and visitors maintain their daily worship.