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Prayer Times in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has a large and active Muslim community spread across Colombo, Kandy, Galle, Jaffna, and the Eastern Province. The country follows Sri Lanka Standard Time (SLST) with a UTC+5:30 offset and does not observe daylight saving time. Musulman.app provides accurate prayer times across Sri Lanka using MWL and regional methods aligned with local masjid practice.
Timezone: Asia/Colombo
Latitude: 6.9271
Longitude: 79.8612
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which time zone does Sri Lanka use?
Sri Lanka uses Sri Lanka Standard Time (UTC+5:30) all year without daylight saving time.
Do prayer times vary across Sri Lanka?
Yes, coastal, central highlands, and eastern regions all have distinct sunrise and sunset times.
Which calculation methods are used?
Musulman.app uses MWL and local South Asian practices calibrated to Sri Lankan mosques where possible.
Are timings updated daily?
Yes, prayer times are recalculated daily using accurate astronomical calculations.