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About Prayer Times in Medina
Medina (Al-Madinah al-Munawwarah) is the second holiest city in Islam. It was the city that welcomed the Prophet Muhammad ﻚ during the Hijrah and became the seat of the first Muslim community. Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet’s Mosque) is located here, and praying in it is considered equivalent to 1,000 prayers elsewhere (Sahih al-Bukhari). Medina is also home to Masjid Quba, the first mosque in Islamic history. Like Mecca, Medina uses the Umm al-Qura prayer time calculation method. This page shows today’s salah times for Medina.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Fajr in Medina today?
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How are prayer times calculated for Medina?
Prayer times for Medina 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 Medina’s geographic coordinates (24.4672°, 39.6024°). Timezone: Asia/Riyadh (AST, UTC+3).
What is the best time to pray in Medina?
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 Medina.
Is there a special virtue to praying in Medina’s mosques?
Yes. Masjid Quba, located in Medina, is the first mosque ever built in Islam. The Prophet ﻚ said that praying two rak’ahs in Masjid Quba is equivalent to performing Umrah (Sunan an-Nasa’i). It is about 5 km south of Al-Masjid an-Nabawi.
How many Muslims live in Medina?
Medina is home to Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet’s Mosque), which can accommodate over 1 million worshippers. Prayer in the Prophet’s Mosque is considered equal to 1,000 prayers elsewhere (Sahih al-Bukhari).
Can I get adhan notifications for Medina?
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