📅 January 2026

Prayer Times Calendar for Montreal - January 2026

This is the complete prayer times calendar for Montreal, Quebec, Canada for January 2026. All times are calculated using the ISNA method specific to coordinates 45.5017°N, 73.5673°W.

January Prayer Time Patterns in Montreal

During January 2026, Montreal experiences winter conditions in the northern hemisphere. This affects the prayer times throughout the month:

• Fajr (Dawn): Begins at 06:05 on the 1st and shifts to 05:53 by the end of the month
• Maghrib (Sunset): Starts at 16:21 early in the month and changes to 16:58 by month's end
• Daylight Duration: The time between Fajr and Maghrib increases during this month
• Fasting Hours: From approximately 10 hours 16 minutes to 11 hours 5 minutes

Understanding the Five Daily Prayers

Muslims in Montreal observe five obligatory daily prayers (Salah), each with its designated time window based on the sun's position:

• Fajr (الفجر): The pre-dawn prayer, performed before sunrise. In January, it begins around 06:05 in Montreal.
• Dhuhr (الظهر): The midday prayer, offered after the sun passes its zenith. During January, Dhuhr in Montreal is typically around 11:57.
• Asr (العصر): The afternoon prayer, begins when an object's shadow equals its length. In January, Asr time is approximately 14:02.
• Maghrib (المغرب): The sunset prayer, performed immediately after the sun sets. This also marks Iftar time during Ramadan.
• Isha (العشاء): The night prayer, offered after twilight disappears. In Montreal during January, Isha begins around 17:50.

ISNA Calculation Method

The prayer times on this page are calculated using the ISNA (Islamic Society of North America) method, which is widely used in Canada. This method uses:

• Fajr angle: 15° below the horizon
• Isha angle: 15° below the horizon
• Asr calculation: Standard (Shafi'i) method where shadow equals object length

Tips for January Prayers in Montreal

• In winter, the days are shorter, making it easier to fast if Ramadan falls during this period.
• Fajr and Isha times are closer together, allowing for more consistent sleep schedules.
• Bookmark this page or install our PWA for quick access to daily prayer times.
• Enable notifications to receive prayer time alerts throughout the day.