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Chennai vs Merchant
View side-by-side Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha differences. Perfect for travelers, remote workers, and cross-timezone coordination. Friday, June 12, 2026 · Islamic Prayer Times
Swap CitiesChennai
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Local Time
13.0825°, 80.275°
Asia/Kolkata
Duration
14h 12m
Merchant
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Local Time
36.6782°, -77.9519°
America/New_York
Fasting Duration
16h 29m
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Prayer | Chennai | Merchant | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fajr الفجر | 4:23 AM | 4:02 AM | 21m earlier |
| Sunrise الشروق | 5:42 AM | 5:53 AM | 11m later |
| Dhuhr الظهر | 12:09 PM | 1:12 PM | 63m later |
| Asr العصر | 3:35 PM | 5:03 PM | 88m later |
| Maghrib المغرب | 6:35 PM | 8:31 PM | 116m later |
| Isha العشاء | 7:54 PM | 10:22 PM | 148m later |
Prayer Time Differences
Fajr
-21m
Dhuhr
+63m
Asr
+88m
Maghrib
+116m
Isha
+148m
Merchant is earlier
Merchant is later
Chennai
Merchant
Frequently Asked Questions for Chennai vs Merchant
What is the time zone difference between Chennai and Merchant?
Chennai operates on Asia/Kolkata, while Merchant follows America/New_York. Differences in local solar transit account for unique prayer timetables in both regions.
Which city has a longer fasting duration today: Chennai or Merchant?
Today, the daylight fasting duration from Fajr to Maghrib in Chennai is 14h 12m, compared to exactly 16h 29m in Merchant.
How much earlier is Fajr morning prayer in Chennai than Merchant?
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 Merchant.