📐 Umm al-Qura University, Makkah
About Prayer Times in Mecca
Mecca (Makkah al-Mukarramah) is the holiest city in Islam and the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad ﻚ. Every year, millions of Muslims travel here for Hajj and Umrah, making it the spiritual centre of the global Muslim community. Al-Masjid al-Haram, the Grand Mosque, surrounds the Kaaba — the most sacred site in Islam — and can accommodate over 2 million worshippers. Saudi Arabia uses Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3) with no daylight saving. Prayer times in Mecca are calculated using the Umm al-Qura method, the official standard for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This page shows today’s salah times for Mecca.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Fajr in Mecca today?
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What is the Dhuhr time in Mecca today?
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What time is Maghrib in Mecca today?
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How are prayer times calculated for Mecca?
Prayer times for Mecca are calculated using the Umm al-Qura University, Makkah method via the Aladhan API. This method uses astronomical algorithms to determine accurate times based on the sun’s position relative to Mecca’s geographic coordinates (21.4225°, 39.8262°). Timezone: Asia/Riyadh (AST, UTC+3).
What is the best time to pray in Mecca?
It is recommended to pray each salah as close to the beginning of its time as possible. The Prophet ﻚ said: “The most beloved deed to Allah is prayer at its earliest time” (Sahih al-Bukhari 527). Use the live countdown above to track the next prayer time in Mecca.
What prayer time calculation method is used in Mecca?
Saudi Arabia uses the Umm al-Qura University method, where Fajr is calculated at 18.5° and Isha is fixed at 90 minutes after Maghrib (120 minutes during Ramadan). This is the official method used for all mosques in the Kingdom.
How many Muslims live in Mecca?
Mecca is home to Al-Masjid al-Haram (the Grand Mosque), the largest mosque in the world with a capacity of over 2 million worshippers. The city receives approximately 15 million pilgrims annually for Hajj and Umrah.
Can I get adhan notifications for Mecca?
Yes. Download the free
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