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Prayer Times in Madinah – Masjid al-Nabawi

Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia

Monday, March 2, 2026

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City: Madinah, Saudi Arabia Verified – Umm Al-Qura

Madinah Prayer Times – Masjid al-Nabawi Guide 2026

Welcome to Madinah prayer times — Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, the Radiant City and the second holiest city in Islam. Prayer times are calculated using the Umm Al-Qura University method with Madinah's exact coordinates (24.52°N, 39.57°E) and Saudi Arabia local time (UTC+3). These are the official Azan times at Masjid al-Nabawi (the Prophet's Mosque ﷺ).

According to hadith, one prayer in Masjid al-Nabawi equals 1,000 prayers in any other mosque (except Masjid al-Haram). This page includes a live countdown, full monthly calendar, Rakahs guide, and an interactive map of Madinah's sacred sites including Masjid Quba — the first mosque in Islam.

Why Use This Page

  • Umm Al-Qura calculation method
  • Live Saudi local time countdown
  • Full monthly prayer calendar
  • Interactive sacred mosque map
  • Rakahs guide for all prayers
  • Ziyarah (visit) information

Famous Madinah Mosques

  • Masjid al-Nabawi – Prophet's Mosque ﷺ
  • Masjid Quba – First Mosque in Islam
  • Masjid al-Qiblatayn – Two Qiblas
  • Masjid al-Ghamamah

Rakahs Guide – How Many Rakahs in Each Prayer?

Fajr
الفجر
4
Rakahs
Sunnah Before 2
Fard 2
Dhuhr
الظهر
10
Rakahs
Sunnah Before 4
Fard 4
Sunnah After 2
Asr
العصر
8
Rakahs
Sunnah Before 4
Fard 4
Maghrib
المغرب
5
Rakahs
Fard 3
Sunnah After 2
Isha
العشاء
13
Rakahs
Sunnah Before 4
Fard 4
Sunnah After 2
Witr 3

Ziyarah of Madinah – Islamic Information

Masjid al-Nabawi

The second holiest mosque in Islam. One prayer here equals 1,000 prayers elsewhere. Home to the Rawdah al-Sharifah between the Prophet's tomb ﷺ and his minbar.

Rawdah al-Sharifah

The area between the Prophet's tomb ﷺ and his pulpit is described as a garden from the gardens of Paradise. Identified by its distinctive green carpet.

Masjid Quba

The first mosque built in Islam. The Prophet ﷺ visited it every Saturday. Praying 2 rakahs here equals a complete Umrah. Located 5 km from Masjid al-Nabawi.

Mount Uhud

Site of the Battle of Uhud (625 CE). Located north of Madinah. It houses the graves of the Uhud martyrs including the Prophet's uncle Hamza (RA).

Masjid al-Qiblatayn

The mosque where the Qibla was changed from Jerusalem to Makkah in the 2nd year of Hijra during Dhuhr prayer, by divine revelation.

Al-Baqi Cemetery

The oldest and most famous Islamic cemetery, located next to Masjid al-Nabawi. Many companions and family members of the Prophet ﷺ are buried here.

About Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah

General Information

Madinah (Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah — The Radiant City) is the second holiest city in Islam, located in the Hejaz region of Saudi Arabia. It is the city to which the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emigrated in 622 CE and where he is buried. Madinah is home to Masjid al-Nabawi (the Prophet's Mosque) — the second holiest site in Islam — and receives millions of pilgrims annually.

Founded: 622 CE (Hijra)

Population: 1,500,000+ (2M+ during Hajj season)

Area: 589 km²

Elevation: 608 m

Qibla Direction: 168° from North toward Makkah

Timezone: Asia/Riyadh +03:00

Province: Madinah Province

Prayer Reward: 1 prayer = 1,000 prayers

Islamic Landmarks

Masjid al-Nabawi (Prophet's Mosque) Rawdah al-Sharifah Masjid Quba (First Mosque in Islam) Masjid al-Qiblatayn Masjid al-Ghamamah Al-Baqi Cemetery Mount Uhud Masjid al-Fatah (Seven Mosques) Al-Madinah Museum Dates Market (Tamer Market)

Madinah Neighborhoods

Al-Haram Quba Al-Anbariyah Al-Aziziyah Al-Aqoul Al-Ranuna Sayed al-Shuhada Al-Awali Bani Harithah Al-Wabra

Cities Near Madinah

Jeddah

جدة

420 km away

Direction: S

Makkah

مكة المكرمة

415 km away

Direction: S

Yanbu

ينبع

220 km away

Direction: SW

Tabuk

تبوك

380 km away

Direction: NW

Madinah Sacred Mosques Interactive Map

Click any pin to view mosque or sacred site details.

Top 4 Sacred Mosques in Madinah

Masjid al-Nabawi (The Prophet's Mosque)

المسجد النبوي الشريف

1,500,000 5 (350,000)

The second holiest mosque in Islam, built by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ upon his arrival in Madinah in 622 CE. Home to the Rawdah al-Sharifah and the Prophet's tomb.

Al-Haram, Madinah

Jummah Prayer
12:00 PM
Eid Prayer
05:30 AM

Masjid Quba

مسجد قباء

20,000 4.9 (85,000)

The first mosque built in Islam, founded by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ upon his arrival in Madinah. Praying two rakahs here equals the reward of Umrah.

Quba, Madinah

Jummah Prayer
12:00 PM, 12:30 PM
Eid Prayer
05:30 AM
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Masjid al-Qiblatayn

مسجد القبلتين

2,000 4.8 (42,000)

The Mosque of the Two Qiblas — the unique mosque where the Qibla was changed from Jerusalem to Mecca during prayer by divine revelation.

Al-Raya, Madinah

Jummah Prayer
12:00 PM
Eid Prayer
05:30 AM
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Masjid al-Ghamamah

مسجد الغمامة

1,500 4.7 (18,000)

Historic mosque where Prophet Muhammad ﷺ offered Eid prayers and the first Istisqa (rain prayer). Located near Masjid al-Nabawi.

Central Madinah

Jummah Prayer
12:00 PM
Eid Prayer
05:30 AM
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Madinah Monthly Prayer Calendar – March 2026

All times in Saudi Arabia local time (AST / UTC+3).

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FAQ – Madinah Prayer Times

What time is prayer in Madinah today?

Prayer times in Madinah change daily based on the sun's position. Check the live schedule above with a countdown. All times are in Saudi Arabia local time (UTC+3).

What is the reward of praying in Masjid al-Nabawi?

According to hadith: "A prayer in my mosque is better than 1,000 prayers elsewhere, except Masjid al-Haram." This makes visiting Madinah one of the greatest acts of worship for Muslims.

What is Masjid Quba and where is it?

Masjid Quba is the first mosque built in Islam, located 5 km south of Masjid al-Nabawi. Praying 2 rakahs here equals a complete Umrah. The Prophet ﷺ visited it every Saturday.

What is the Rawdah al-Sharifah?

The Rawdah al-Sharifah is the area between the Prophet's tomb ﷺ and his pulpit. He said: "Between my house and my pulpit is a garden from the gardens of Paradise." It is identified by its green carpet.

What is the Qibla direction from Madinah?

The Qibla direction from Madinah is 168° from North, pointing toward Makkah which is approximately 415 km south of Madinah.

Madinah Quick Reference

CityMadinah (Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah)
Full NameThe Radiant City – City of the Prophet ﷺ
CountrySaudi Arabia
ProvinceMadinah Province
Population1,500,000+ (2M+ during Hajj season)
Area589 km²
Elevation608 m
Qibla Direction168° toward Makkah
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh +03:00
Phone Code+966
Calc MethodUmm Al-Qura University
Prayer Reward1 prayer = 1,000 prayers elsewhere
First Mosque in IslamMasjid Quba – 5 km from Masjid al-Nabawi

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