On This Page
- Today's Prayer Times
- Overview
- Monthly Prayer Calendar
- Calculation Method Used
- Ramadan & Fasting Times
- Friday (Jummah) Prayer
- Qibla Direction From Dubai
- Notable Mosques to Visit
- How Timings Change by Season
- Dubai vs Other Emirates
- Location
- Prayer Times in Other Emirates
- Tips for Visitors & Residents
- FAQs
Today's Prayer Times in Dubai
Dubai's daily prayer schedule follows the UAE's national calculation standard, adjusted for the emirate's exact coordinates along the Arabian Gulf coast. As one of the world's most visited cities, Dubai sees residents and tourists alike checking these timings daily — whether to plan a business meeting around Dhuhr, catch Jummah at a landmark mosque, or simply know when Maghrib falls during Ramadan.
↑ Back to topOverview
The five daily prayers — Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha — shift gradually across the year as sunrise and sunset move with the seasons, which is why a printed or static timetable becomes inaccurate within weeks. This guide keeps the "Today" card above and the monthly calendar below synced to live data pulled fresh each time the page loads, so you're always working from the current timing rather than an old snapshot.
If you're comparing across the country, pair this with our Abu Dhabi Prayer Times guide, or plan a day out once you know your schedule with our Al Mamzar Beach Park guide — handy for timing a beach visit around Asr and Maghrib.
↑ Back to topMonthly Prayer Calendar
Use the selectors below to view the full month's timings at a glance — useful for planning fasting days, travel, or knowing next week's Fajr time in advance.
Calculation Method Used
The UAE's General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments sets the official national standard, so Dubai's timings track very closely with Abu Dhabi and the rest of the Emirates, differing only by a minute or two due to longitude.
Ramadan & Fasting Times
During Ramadan, Suhoor ends at Fajr and Iftar begins at Maghrib, so the live times above double as your fasting schedule once the holy month begins. Fajr and Maghrib shift noticeably depending on which season Ramadan falls in that year, so it's worth bookmarking this page and checking the monthly calendar for exact dates rather than relying on last year's schedule.
↑ Back to topFriday (Jummah) Prayer
Jummah khutbah in Dubai typically begins shortly after the Dhuhr time shown above, with most mosques starting the sermon around 10–20 minutes past Dhuhr. Larger mosques and those in busy business districts fill up fast, so arriving at least 20 minutes early is a good idea if you want a spot inside during Jummah.
↑ Back to topQibla Direction From Dubai
From Dubai, the Qibla (direction toward the Kaaba in Makkah) faces roughly 246–247° southwest on a compass. Most hotel rooms and mosques across the city mark the Qibla on the ceiling or with a sticker in a drawer, but a compass app set to true north will get you within a degree or two if you need to check it yourself.
↑ Back to topNotable Mosques to Visit in Dubai
- Jumeirah Mosque: Dubai's most iconic mosque, known for offering guided visits to non-Muslims outside prayer times.
- Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque: A large, striking mosque in Jumeirah popular for Jummah.
- Grand Mosque (Bur Dubai): One of the city's oldest and largest mosques, tucked in the historic Bur Dubai district.
How Timings Change by Season
| Season | Fajr Trend | Maghrib Trend |
|---|---|---|
| Winter (Dec–Feb) | Later (around 5:20–5:40 AM) | Earlier (around 5:40–6:00 PM) |
| Spring (Mar–May) | Shifting earlier | Shifting later |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Earliest (around 4:15–4:30 AM) | Latest (around 7:10–7:20 PM) |
| Autumn (Sep–Nov) | Shifting later again | Shifting earlier again |
These ranges are approximate trends rather than fixed dates — use the live calendar above for the exact timing on any specific day.
↑ Back to topDubai vs Other Emirates
| City | Typical Time Difference vs Dubai |
|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | Roughly 1–2 minutes earlier |
| Sharjah | Roughly under a minute earlier |
| Al Ain | Roughly 3–4 minutes earlier (further east and inland) |
| Ras Al Khaimah | Roughly 1 minute later |
Location
Dubai sits on the UAE's Arabian Gulf coastline, roughly midway between Abu Dhabi to the southwest and Sharjah to the northeast.
Prayer Times in Other Emirates
Travelling around the country? Check timings for Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, and Ras Al Khaimah so you're never caught off guard moving between cities. Planning a beach day around your prayer schedule? Our Al Mamzar Beach Park guide and Kite Beach guide both cover nearby facilities for wudu and quiet prayer spaces.
↑ Back to topTips for Visitors & Residents
- Bookmark this page — the "Today" card and calendar update automatically, so you'll never be looking at outdated times.
- Malls, offices, and metro stations across Dubai often see a brief lull around Dhuhr and Asr for staff prayer breaks.
- Most hotels have a prayer room (musalla) and a Qibla marker in-room — ask reception if you can't find one.
- During Ramadan, plan travel and errands around Iftar (Maghrib), when roads briefly quiet down just before sunset and traffic picks up right after.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Fajr in Dubai today?
Check the live "Today's Prayer Times" card at the top of this page — it updates automatically each day with the current Fajr time for Dubai.
Which calculation method is used for Dubai prayer times?
Dubai follows the UAE General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments' standard, calculated for the city's coordinates, with the standard (Shafi'i) method used for Asr.
Do Dubai and Abu Dhabi have the same prayer times?
They're very close, typically within 1–2 minutes of each other, since both cities use the same UAE-wide calculation standard but sit at slightly different longitudes.
What is the Qibla direction from Dubai?
The Qibla from Dubai faces roughly 246–247° southwest toward Makkah.
Where can I check the full month's prayer timings in advance?
Use the Monthly Prayer Calendar section on this page — select any month and year to view the complete day-by-day timings.
Prayer Times by City
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