Porto-Novo prayer times are calculated based on the city's coordinates and timezone. The page updates dynamically to show the current day's timings. Use the table below to plan your daily prayers. Remember that prayer times shift slightly each day due to seasonal changes.
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Prayer times – Porto-Novo
Porto-Novo, Benin • West Africa Time (UTC+1)
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Friday, July 31, 2026
Fajr
05:24
Sunrise
06:43
Asr
16:18
Maghrib
19:08
Isha
20:19
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Sunrise
06:43
Sunset
19:08
Qibla
24.1°
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
6.4965°, 2.6036° • 20 m
Distance to Mecca
4,167 km
Timezone
West Africa Time (UTC +1)
Porto-Novo
Nearby Mosques
≈ 13.0 km
MOSQUÉE DE SÈMÈ-PODJI IHYĀOU SOUNNA ((مسجد إحياءالسنة))
MOSQUÉE DE SÈMÈ-PODJI IHYĀOU SOUNNA ((مسجد إحياءالسنة)), Ekpé, Benin
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Porto-Novo Prayer Times
Find accurate prayer times for Porto-Novo, Benin. Stay updated with Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha timings based on your location.
Muslim Presence in Porto-Novo Porto-Novo, the capital of Benin, has a long-standing Muslim community that has grown over generations. Islam arrived in the region through trade routes and cultural exchanges, becoming an integral part of the city's diverse religious landscape. Today, Muslims in Porto-Novo practice their faith openly, with mosques and prayer spaces serving as centers for worship and community life.
Community Implantation The Muslim community in Porto-Novo is well-established, with several mosques and prayer places in and around the city. Notable among them is the Grande Mosquée d'Ekpé, located in the nearby town of Ekpé, about 13.5 km away. This mosque serves as a central place of worship for many Muslims in the area. Other prayer places include Djeffa, MOSQUÉE DE SÈMÈ-PODJI IHYĀOU SOUNNA, and Mosquée ekpè Dandji, all situated in Ekpé. These mapped locations highlight the implantation of the Muslim community in the broader Porto-Novo region.
Prayer Time Orientation Muslims in Porto-Novo observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the city's timezone, Africa/Porto-Novo. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by latitude and season. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings for the local community. Additionally, the Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are important for orientation during prayer, providing a spiritual connection to the holy city.
Prayer times in Porto-Novo change with the seasons. During summer, Fajr and Isha are shorter, while winter brings longer nights. The city's proximity to the equator results in relatively consistent day length year-round.
Prayer Times This Month in July
Prayer times for the month of 31 in Porto-Novo range between 05:24 and 20:20, with approximate average times: Fajr Fajr 05:24, Dhuhr Dhuhr 12:57, Asr Asr 04:18, Maghrib Maghrib 07:08 and Isha Isha 08:19.
| Date | Fajr | Sunrise | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/30/2026 | 05:24 | 06:44 | 12:57 | 16:18 | 19:08 | 20:20 |
| 7/31/2026 | 05:24 | 06:44 | 12:57 | 16:18 | 19:08 | 20:19 |