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Monday, June 21, 2027
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Islamic Society of North America (ISNA)
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Shafi (Standard)
Calculated for Minneapolis, MN [LEGACY] (44.98, -93.27). Data is synchronized with local astronomical standards via legacy protocols.
Access reliable prayer times, also known as namaz times, for Minneapolis, home to a unique and vibrant Muslim community known for its strong East African and Somali-American heritage. The Twin Cities serve as a beacon of Islamic civic engagement, centered around landmarks like Masjid An-Nur—the longest-standing African-American mosque in the area—and the Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center.
Whether you are a student at the University of Minnesota looking for a nearby prayer space at Masjid At-Taqwa or a resident in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, our schedule provides the most accurate local timings. Stay connected with the Minneapolis Ummah through our daily prayer updates, Ramadan Iftar calendars, and community resources tailored for the North Star State.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why do Minneapolis prayer times change so dramatically between seasons?
Minneapolis sits at latitude 44.98°N — further north than any major US city except Seattle. At this latitude, the sun's angle changes dramatically across the year. In late June, Fajr arrives before 4:10 AM and Isha does not end until after 10:40 PM, leaving fewer than six hours between them. By late December, Fajr does not begin until after 6:30 AM and Maghrib sets before 4:35 PM. This swing of over 2.5 hours in Fajr timing alone is larger than cities like New York City (roughly 1.8 hours) or Chicago (roughly 2.1 hours). Checking the prayer times daily — especially during Ramadan — is essential in Minneapolis.
- What calculation method do Minneapolis mosques use?
Most mosques in Minneapolis, including Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center and Masjid An-Nur, follow the ISNA (Islamic Society of North America) calculation method, which uses a 15-degree angle for both Fajr and Isha. This is the same method used on this page (Method 2). Some communities in the Twin Cities, particularly those affiliated with specific South Asian traditions, may use the Muslim World League (MWL) method, which can produce slightly different Fajr and Isha times. When in doubt, confirm with your local mosque.
- What are the Jumu'ah prayer times at Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center?
Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center (2824 13th Ave S, Minneapolis) typically holds multiple Jumu'ah khutbah sessions on Fridays to accommodate its large congregation. Times are subject to seasonal adjustment and should be confirmed directly with the mosque. Abubakar serves one of the largest Somali-American Muslim communities in the United States and is the primary Friday prayer destination for much of South Minneapolis and surrounding neighborhoods.
- What is the difference between Hanafi and Shafi Asr time in Minneapolis?
The Asr time difference between Hanafi and Shafi schools is more pronounced in Minneapolis than in southern US cities due to the higher latitude. Under the standard Shafi/Maliki/Hanbali calculation, Asr begins when an object's shadow equals its own height. Under the Hanafi school, Asr begins when the shadow is twice the object's height — arriving roughly 85 to 95 minutes later in Minneapolis during summer months, compared to 65 to 70 minutes later in New York City. Use the juristic toggle on this page to switch between both calculations.
- What does 'namaz' mean, and is it the same as salah?
Namaz is the Persian and Urdu word for the Islamic obligatory prayer, equivalent to the Arabic term salah or salat. It is widely used by South Asian Muslim communities — including Bangladeshi, Pakistani, and Indian Muslims — many of whom are part of the Twin Cities Muslim community. The prayer times listed on this page apply to all five daily prayers regardless of which term you use: Fajr (Subah), Dhuhr (Zuhr), Asr, Maghrib, and Isha.
- What is the forbidden time for prayer in Minneapolis today?
The forbidden time for prayer (waqt al-karahah) begins at sunrise and lasts approximately 15 to 20 minutes until the sun has fully risen above the horizon. A second forbidden time occurs when the sun is at its zenith (just before Dhuhr), and a third begins at Asr according to some schools and ends at Maghrib. In Minneapolis, the sunrise time listed on this page marks the beginning of the primary forbidden window. Voluntary (Nafl) prayers should not be performed during these intervals.
Understanding Prayer Times
Why Fajr in Minneapolis is one of the earliest in the US
Minneapolis sits at nearly 45 degrees north latitude — the halfway point between the equator and the North Pole. This means the sun rises exceptionally early in summer and exceptionally late in winter. During late June, Fajr in Minneapolis begins before 4:10 AM, making it one of the earliest Fajr times in the continental United States. By contrast, Fajr in Miami at the same time of year begins around 5:20 AM. If you are new to tracking prayer times in Minneapolis, expect the schedule to shift by several minutes each week throughout the year.
The ISNA 15-degree angle and Minneapolis dawn
The ISNA calculation method (used by most Minneapolis mosques) defines Fajr as the moment when the sun is 15 degrees below the horizon — the appearance of true dawn (al-fajr al-sadiq). At Minneapolis's latitude, this astronomical condition is reached later in winter because the sun's path is shallower relative to the horizon. Some scholars debate whether high-latitude locations like Minneapolis should use a fixed-time convention during extreme seasons rather than astronomical calculations, as the gap between Fajr and sunrise can shrink below juristically significant thresholds. The ISNA method's 15-degree angle represents the dominant scholarly consensus for North American communities.
Hanafi vs Shafi Asr — why the gap is wider in Minneapolis
The difference between Hanafi and Shafi Asr times grows with latitude. In Minneapolis, the Hanafi Asr can arrive up to 95 minutes after the Shafi Asr during summer — nearly half an hour more than the same difference in New York City. This is because the sun's arc across the sky is shallower at higher latitudes, meaning it takes longer for shadows to lengthen to the required ratios. If your community follows the Hanafi school, use the juristic toggle on this page to see the correct Asr time for your madhab.
Isha and the short summer nights in Minneapolis
At Minneapolis's latitude, astronomical twilight does not fully disappear during the peak of summer. This means that by the strict 18-degree Isha calculation, Isha technically never arrives during a narrow window in late June. The ISNA method addresses this by using 15 degrees, which produces a calculable Isha time year-round in Minneapolis, though it still arrives very late — after 10:40 PM in peak summer. Some scholars recommend following the Isha time of the nearest city where full darkness occurs (a principle known as aqrab al-bilad), or using a proportional estimate. In practice, most Twin Cities mosques follow the ISNA calculation and post the computed Isha time.
Ramadan Iftar in Minneapolis — plan for extreme variation
When Ramadan falls in winter, Iftar in Minneapolis arrives before 5:00 PM — one of the earliest in the US. When it falls in summer, Iftar can arrive after 9:00 PM, extending the fast to 17+ hours. This variation of more than four hours in a single Iftar time — depending purely on when Ramadan falls in the Gregorian calendar — makes Minneapolis one of the most logistically demanding cities in North America for Ramadan planning. Community Iftars at Abubakar As-Saddique Islamic Center and Masjid An-Nur adjust their schedules accordingly and typically publish monthly Ramadan calendars.
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