Prayer Time Taif, Saudi Arabia

Prayer Rak’ahs & Sunnah Guide

Quick reference for Fard, Sunnah and Qasr prayers

What are today’s prayer times in Taif, Saudi Arabia?

Today’s salah (namaz) times in Taif are Fajr at 5:08 am, Sunrise at 6:27 am, Dhuhr at 12:02 pm, Asr at 3:15 pm, Maghrib at 5:38 pm and Isha at 7:08 pm. These azan timings follow the official Umm Al-Qura method used across Saudi Arabia, the same timings announced by the Adhan at mosques across Taif. Taif lies high in the Sarawat Mountains, about 70 km from Makkah, so its prayer times run only about 2 to 3 minutes earlier than Makkah’s.

What are today’s Sehri, Iftar and fasting times in Taif?

Today’s Sunrise in Taif is at 6:27 am and Sunset at 5:38 pm. During Ramadan, finish Sehri before Imsak at 4:58 am. The fast begins with the Fajr Adhan at 5:08 am and ends at Maghrib (Iftar) at 5:38 pm. Today’s fasting duration is about 12 hrs 40 min. Taif’s mild mountain climate makes the fast easier than in Makkah or Jeddah, especially when Ramadan falls in the warmer months.

Taif Prayer Times for the Next 30 Days

View the complete Taif prayer timetable for the next 30 days, with Fajr, Sunrise, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha for each day. It’s useful for planning Umrah trips, work and family visits around prayer times in Taif. All timings follow the Umm Al-Qura method used in Saudi Arabia.

🕌 Historic Mosques in Taif

Taif is home to some of the most visited historic mosques in Saudi Arabia, linked to the Prophet ﷺ‘s visit to the city. Many Umrah visitors include these three in their Ziyarat. Every mosque in Taif calls the Azan by the official Umm al-Qura prayer times shown above.

Abdullah ibn Abbas Mosque

📍 Location: Central Taif, near the old market

Named after Abdullah ibn Abbas (RA), the Prophet ﷺ‘s cousin and one of the greatest scholars of the Quran, who is buried in the grounds next to the mosque. It is Taif’s best-known mosque and is being restored under the national project to develop historical mosques.

Addas Mosque

📍 Location: Al Mathnah district, Taif

Marks the orchard where the Prophet ﷺ rested after the people of Taif turned him away. Here Addas, a servant from Nineveh, offered him grapes and accepted Islam.

Al-Kou’ Mosque

📍 Location: Al Mathnah district, close to Addas Mosque

A small historic mosque in the same neighbourhood as Addas Mosque, usually visited together with it on Taif Ziyarat tours.

Jummah Prayer Time Taif

Jummah in Taif is held at Dhuhr time every Friday, and the Khutbah begins around the Dhuhr Adhan time shown above. Central mosques such as Abdullah ibn Abbas Mosque fill up early, so many worshippers arrive 20 to 30 minutes before.

Tahajjud Prayer Time in Taif

Tahajjud can be prayed any time after Isha until Fajr, but the best time is the last third of the night. To find it, take the hours between Maghrib and Fajr in Taif and divide them into three; the last part is the last third. During the last ten nights of Ramadan, many mosques in Taif hold Qiyam al-Layl in congregation.

Ishraq Prayer Time Taif (Salat al-Ishraq)

Ishraq is a voluntary (nafl) prayer offered once the sun has fully risen, about 15–20 minutes after sunrise in Taif. Along with Chasht (Duha) and Tahajjud, it is one of the daily Nawafil times.
Ishraq time = Sunrise + 15 to 20 minutes

Duha Prayer Time Taif (Salat al-Duha)

Duha (Chasht) is prayed later in the morning, after Ishraq time, and ends about 10–15 minutes before the Dhuhr Adhan in Taif.

Salah Times in Saudi Arabia – Importance and Benefits

Prayer is one of the five pillars of Islam and holds great importance in the daily lives of Muslims. It builds spiritual connection of a Muslim to its Creator Allah. As stated in the Quran, in Surah Al-Baqarah Ayah 45 “Seek help through patience and prayer“—meaning you should actively turn to steadfast endurance and a deep, humble connection with Allah to ease your heavy burdens.

Importance of Performing Salah on Time

Performing Salah on time is one of the most important acts of worship in Islam and reflects a believer’s obedience and devotion to Allah (SWT). As Allah says in the Holy Quran:

“Indeed, prayer has been prescribed upon the believers at fixed times.” (Surah An-Nisa 4:103)

Offering each prayer within its prescribed time strengthens faith, brings peace to the heart, and helps maintain a disciplined and spiritually balanced life. By observing the correct prayer times every day, Muslims fulfill an essential obligation and keep their connection with Allah strong throughout the day.

Benefits of Performing Salah

Performing Salah strengthens a Muslim’s relationship with Allah (SWT), and develops spiritual discipline in daily life. It teaches punctuality, responsibility, patience, and consistency while reminding believers to place the worship of Allah above worldly matters. Regularly offering prayers at their prescribed times also nurtures piety (Taqwa), increases mindfulness of Allah, brings one heart at peace and planning chores between prayers helps Muslims lead a righteous and balanced life.

Calculation Method for prayer times

The prayer schedule displayed on this website is based on the Umm Al-Qura calculation method, which is widely used throughout Saudi Arabia. Prayer times in Taif change gradually throughout the year due to seasonal changes and the varying length of daylight. During summer, earlier sunrises and later sunsets result in earlier Fajr and later Maghrib prayers, while winter brings later Fajr and earlier Maghrib times in KSA prayer times Taif. This website updates the changes daily to provide accurate prayer timings all year round.

Prayer as a priority in Busy life styles

How to Plan to Offer Salah on Time?

• Check the daily prayer schedule each morning so you know the exact Salah times.
• Set prayer reminders or Azan alerts on your phone to avoid missing prayer times.
• Perform Wudu in advance whenever possible to be ready when the prayer time begins.
• Plan your work and daily activities around Salah so prayer becomes a priority, not an afterthought.
• Pray as soon as the prayer time starts instead of delaying it until the end of its prescribed time.
• Keep a clean prayer mat and prayer clothes ready to make it easier to pray without delay.
• Visit the mosque for congregational prayers whenever possible, especially for Fajr, Maghrib, Isha, and Jumu’ah.
• Make Duas and ask Allah (SWT) for consistency in performing every Salah on time.
• Keep a schedule of Morning and Evening Azkar

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is Fajr prayer in Taif today?

Today’s Fajr time in Taif is shown in the prayer table at the top of this page and updates automatically every day. In Taif, Fajr comes at the first light of dawn, and its time shifts by a few minutes each week through the year.5:08 am

Which calculation method is used for Taif prayer times?

Taif prayer times follow the Umm al-Qura method, the official method used by mosques across Saudi Arabia, so the times on this page match the Azan you hear in the city.

Are prayer times in Taif the same as in Makkah?

Very close, but not the same. Taif is slightly east of Makkah, so each prayer comes about 2 to 3 minutes earlier than in Makkah.

Where is the Miqat for Umrah when travelling from Taif?

Pilgrims coming from Taif enter Ihram at Qarn al-Manazil. It has two sites: As-Sail Al-Kabir on the main highway, and Wadi Mahram on the Al Hada mountain road.

What is the difference between Adhan and Iqamah time in Taif?

The Adhan is the call announcing that prayer time has begun. The Iqamah is the second call, when the congregation stands for prayer. In Taif mosques the Iqamah usually comes about 20 to 25 minutes after the Adhan, and about 10 minutes after the Adhan at Maghrib.

What time is Jummah prayer in Taif?

The Friday Khutbah in Taif starts at the Dhuhr Adhan time shown above. Most mosques fill up early, so arriving 20 to 30 minutes before Dhuhr is a good idea.

Does Isha time change in Ramadan in Taif?

Yes. Under the Umm al-Qura calendar, Isha is normally 90 minutes after Maghrib, but in Ramadan it moves to 2 hours after Maghrib to make room for Iftar before Taraweeh.

What is the Qibla direction in Taif?

From Taif, the Qibla faces west-northwest, at about 285° from true north, towards the Kaaba in Makkah.

What time zone is used for Taif prayer times?

Taif uses Arabia Standard Time (AST, UTC+3), the same as all of Saudi Arabia. There’s no daylight saving, so clocks never change.

Where can women pray in Taif?

Most Jama Masjids in Taif, including Abdullah ibn Abbas Mosque, have a separate prayer hall for women with its own entrance.