Prayer Times in Montreal Today: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, Isha

If you’re a Muslim in Montreal—whether you’ve lived here for years or just arrived—you’ve probably noticed that finding prayer times that actually match your mosque’s iqamah isn’t as simple as opening a random app. Times shift daily, calculation methods differ, and Shia-specific schedules can vary meaningfully from general listings. This guide cuts through that confusion with today’s verified times, local mosque schedules, and the calculation methods behind them.

Fajr: 04:30 AM · Dhuhr: 12:54 PM · Asr: 04:43 PM · Maghrib: 07:48 PM · Isha: 09:18 PM

What are the prayer times in Montreal today?

Montreal’s daily prayer schedule follows astronomical calculations that shift slightly each day. Based on current verified sources, today’s times for the general Muslim community run roughly as follows. Fajr begins around 04:30 AM, with Dhuhr (noon prayer) at approximately 12:54 PM. Asr afternoon prayer falls near 04:43 PM, while Maghrib at sunset lands around 07:48 PM. Isha evening prayer typically closes near 09:18 PM.

Fajr

Fajr is the pre-dawn prayer that marks the beginning of the Islamic day. On April 21, 2026, UrduPoint recorded Fajr at 04:21 for Shia calculations, while general listings showed 04:28–04:30. The seven-minute difference stems from varying twilight angle calculations between schools.

Dhuhr

Dhuhr spans from solar noon until mid-afternoon. Multiple sources align on Dhuhr starting at 12:53–12:54 PM in Montreal, with the window closing around 3:30–3:40 PM for Asr entry. Hamariweb recorded October 16, 2025 Dhuhr starting at 12:40 PM and ending 3:36 PM.

Asr

Asr afternoon prayer is calculated using shadow-length ratios. UrduPoint Shia timings showed Asr at 16:43 on April 21, 2026, versus Hamariweb’s general 4:44 PM. Masjidway’s ISNA-based calculation for the Shiane Haidery mosque registered Asr at 16:44 the same day.

Maghrib

Maghrib at sunset is particularly sensitive to geographical positioning in Montreal. On April 21, 2026, general times showed Maghrib at 19:48–19:49 PM, while Shia-specific UrduPoint listings recorded 20:08 PM. That 20-minute spread reflects the Fiqh Jafri method’s handling of latitude-adjusted twilight.

Isha

Isha includes the post-twilight prayer and often shows the widest variation between calculation methods. On April 21, 2026, Shia listings showed Isha at 21:12–21:19 PM, compared to general estimates around 21:16–21:18 PM. The Islamic Society of North America method typically produces slightly earlier Isha times than the Leva Institute Qum calculation used by Shia mosques.

What are the Shia prayer times in Montreal?

Shia Muslims in Montreal follow the Fiqh Jafri (Ithna-Ashari) school, which applies specific astronomical parameters that often result in later prayer times compared to Sunni calculations. Several Montreal Shia centers publish their own schedules guided by qualified scholars.

Shia Adjustments

The primary difference lies in how twilight is calculated. Fiqh Jafria uses the “Leva Institute Qum” method for determining Isha’s start, which typically sets the Isha time later than the ISNA standard. For example, on April 21, 2026, the same location showed Isha at 21:12 PM via UrduPoint Shia listings versus 21:19 PM via Masjidway using ISNA—though both cite legitimate methodologies.

According to Al Zahra Shia Association, their times are calculated “as per guidance received from Maulana Sayyid Mohammad Rizvi,” their resident scholar. Their July 1 example showed Fajr at 3:26 AM, Sunrise at 5:45 AM, Zuhr at 1:27 PM, with Asr extending to 9:06 PM.

Local Shia Mosques

Three key Shia centers serve the Montreal community. The Al-Khoei Foundation publishes current times showing Fajr at 04:23, Sunrise 06:00, Dhuhr 12:54, Maghrib 20:06. The Shiane Haidery Islamic Association (S.H.I.A.) offers iqamah times with a note that “these timings are a general guideline for the city of Montreal, please use precaution and check your local timings.” The Imam Hussein Foundation at 4887 Coronation Avenue (H4V 2E1) hosts regular Thursday Dua Komail programs.

Prayer times in other Canadian cities like Ontario?

Montreal sits roughly 540 kilometers east of Toronto, placing it in a different timezone (Eastern Time) but similar astronomical conditions for prayer calculation. Times between these cities show predictable offsets based on latitude and longitude rather than religious methodology.

Ontario Schedules

Ontario cities like Toronto, Mississauga, and Ottawa follow the same ISNA-based calculations as Montreal’s general Muslim community. The key variables are sunrise/sunset differentials: Toronto’s longitude means solar noon arrives approximately 25 minutes earlier than Montreal’s, shifting Dhuhr earlier and Asr accordingly. Mississauga’s Al-Farooq Mosque typically publishes Shia-adjusted times that mirror Montreal’s Shia centers.

Canada-Wide Overview

Across Canada, prayer time variation follows a north-south gradient more than east-west. Cities at similar latitudes (Vancouver at 49°N versus Montreal at 45°N) share comparable Fajr timing but diverge in Asr shadow calculations. The Al Zahra Shia Association calculates across these coordinates under Maulana Rizvi’s guidance, providing Shia-appropriate schedules for multiple Canadian cities.

Prayer times at local Montreal mosques?

Rather than relying solely on generic calculators, many Montreal Muslims check their nearest mosque’s published iqamah—the congregation-specific start times that account for local conditions and community practices.

Al-Rawda Mosque

Al-Rawda Mosque serves the Arabic-speaking Shia community and publishes schedule adjustments noted across long-tail searches and prayer aggregators. Their iqamah times reflect Fiqh Jafri methodology with adjustments for Montreal’s latitude.

Noor Al-Islam

Noor Al-Islam provides regular prayer schedules verified through the Shiane Haidery Islamic Association’s listings. Their Dhuhr iqamah typically runs 5–8 minutes after the calculated azan time, allowing for congregation preparation.

Al-Farooq Mississauga

While technically in the Greater Toronto Area, Al-Farooq Mosque is frequently referenced by Montreal users seeking Shia-adjusted schedules. Their published times follow Islamic Society of North America methodology with Shia-specific modifications.

How to find prayer times in your location?

Modern technology offers multiple pathways to accurate prayer times, but each comes with trade-offs in methodology transparency, update frequency, and Shia compatibility.

Apps and Websites

Apps like Muslim Pro and websites such as timesprayer.com allow location-based calculations with selectable methodology. Masjidway specifically lists method sources—for April 21, 2026, they cited “Islamic Society of North America method” for Shiane Haidery calculations. Prayers Connect aggregates mosque-specific iqamah times across Canada, including the Shiane Haidery Islamic Association in Montreal.

Calculation Methods

Prayer time calculation relies on astronomical formulas including solar declination, equation of time, and shadow-length ratios. The Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) method is widely used in North America. The Fiqh Jafri method, used by Shia mosques, applies different twilight angle thresholds—particularly affecting Isha calculation. The Leva Institute Qum method, referenced by UrduPoint, provides Shia-specific parameters.

“These prayer times are calculated as per guidance received from Maulana Sayyid Mohammad Rizvi.”

— Al Zahra Shia Association (Official Site)

“Please Note: These timings are a general guideline for the city of Montreal, please use precaution and check your local timings.”

— Shiane Haidery Islamic Association (Official Site)

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Montreal’s prayer times follow the Islamic Society of North America methodology, matching precisely with local latitude adjustments for Shia variations too.

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