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Chennai vs Matara
View side-by-side Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha differences. Perfect for travelers, remote workers, and cross-timezone coordination. Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · Islamic Prayer Times
Swap CitiesChennai
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Local Time
13.0825°, 80.275°
Asia/Kolkata
Duration
14h 12m
Matara
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Local Time
5.95°, 80.5333°
Asia/Colombo
Fasting Duration
13h 44m
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Prayer | Chennai | Matara | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fajr الفجر | 4:23 AM | 4:37 AM | 14m later |
| Sunrise الشروق | 5:42 AM | 5:53 AM | 11m later |
| Dhuhr الظهر | 12:08 PM | 12:07 PM | 1m earlier |
| Asr العصر | 3:34 PM | 3:34 PM | Same |
| Maghrib المغرب | 6:35 PM | 6:21 PM | 14m earlier |
| Isha العشاء | 7:53 PM | 7:37 PM | 16m earlier |
Prayer Time Differences
Fajr
+14m
Dhuhr
-1m
Asr
=
Maghrib
-14m
Isha
-16m
Matara is earlier
Matara is later
Chennai
Matara
Frequently Asked Questions for Chennai vs Matara
What is the time zone difference between Chennai and Matara?
Chennai operates on Asia/Kolkata, while Matara follows Asia/Colombo. Differences in local solar transit account for unique prayer timetables in both regions.
Which city has a longer fasting duration today: Chennai or Matara?
Today, the daylight fasting duration from Fajr to Maghrib in Chennai is 14h 12m, compared to exactly 13h 44m in Matara.
How much earlier is Fajr morning prayer in Chennai than Matara?
Due to their geographical coordinates and longitude placement, you can reference the side-by-side table above to dynamically see exactly how many minutes earlier or later Fajr, Maghrib, and all other prayers trigger between Chennai and Matara.