Prayer times – Shahrud

Muslim Presence in Shahrud: Shahrud, a city in Semnan Province, Iran, has a long-standing Muslim community that has shaped its cultural and religious landscape. The city's population of over 130,000 includes a significant number of Muslims who observe daily prayers and Islamic traditions. While specific historical details are not provided, the presence of numerous mosques and prayer places indicates a well-established Islamic heritage in the region.

Community and Prayer Places: The Muslim community in Shahrud is served by a network of over 20 mapped mosques and prayer places. Notable among them is the Jameh Mosque of Shahrud, located about 1.7 km from the city center, which serves as a central place of worship. Other prominent mosques include Abolfazl Mosque, Razavi Mosque, and Rasoul Akram Mosque, all within a short distance. These prayer places are distributed across various neighborhoods, including areas near Aliarabahmadi Road, Mosalla Road, and the Shahroud Industrial City, reflecting the widespread implantation of the community.

Prayer Time Orientation: Muslims in Shahrud follow the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—timed according to the sun's position. Prayer times vary throughout the year due to seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by the city's latitude (36.42°N) and longitude (54.98°E). Shahrud operates on Asia/Tehran timezone. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are provided to help worshippers orient themselves. The calculation method used for prayer times can be selected on this page.