Prayer times – Uppsala

Muslim Presence in Uppsala Uppsala, one of Sweden's oldest cities, is home to a growing Muslim community that has established a stable presence over recent decades. The city's university and diverse population have contributed to a multicultural environment where Muslims practice their faith alongside other traditions. While exact historical dates are not documented here, the community has become an integral part of Uppsala's social fabric.

Local Mosques and Prayer Places The Muslim community in Uppsala is served by several prayer places, including Gottsunda moske and Gottsunda Mosque, both located on Stenhammars väg in the Gottsunda-Vårdsätra area. These facilities provide regular prayer services and community activities. Additionally, Väsby moské in Upplands Väsby, about 40 km away, and Enköping Mosque in Enköping, 39 km away, serve nearby areas. These mapped prayer places indicate the community's implantation across the region.

Prayer Times Orientation Prayer times in Uppsala vary throughout the year due to the city's high latitude and seasonal changes in sunrise and sunset. The daily rhythm includes Fajr (dawn), Dhuhr (noon), Asr (afternoon), Maghrib (sunset), and Isha (night). The calculation method used ensures accuracy for Uppsala's location in the Europe/Stockholm timezone. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are factored into the prayer schedule, helping Muslims orient themselves during worship.