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City: Taif, Makkah Province
Verified – Umm Al-Qura
Taif Verified
1,100,000+
4 Mosques
1,879 m
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Prayer Times in Taif – City of Roses
Taif, Makkah Province, Saudi Arabia
Monday, March 2, 2026
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Taif Prayer Times – Complete Guide 2026
Welcome to Taif prayer times — the City of Roses and Saudi Arabia's Summer Capital in Makkah Province. Prayer times are calculated using Umm Al-Qura University method with Taif's exact coordinates (21.27°N, 40.42°E) and Saudi Arabia local time (UTC+3). Qibla direction is 302° northwest, toward Makkah only 80 km away.
Taif sits at 1,879 meters elevation in the Hejaz mountains — the highest major city in Saudi Arabia — giving it a cool, pleasant climate year-round. Prayer times differ from Makkah by approximately 4-6 minutes. The city holds deep Islamic significance as the site visited by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in 619 CE, where his companion Addas embraced Islam.
Why Use This Page
- Umm Al-Qura calculation method
- Live Saudi local time countdown
- Full monthly prayer calendar
- Interactive mosque map
- Rakahs guide for all prayers
- Qibla direction: 302°
Taif – City of Roses
- World's finest rose oil & water
- Mountain city at 1,879m
- Historic Masjid Addas & Ibn Abbas
- Only 80 km from Makkah
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
Taif – City of Roses & Saudi Summer Capital
World Rose Capital
Taif produces some of the world's finest roses, from which precious rose water and rose oil are extracted. Taif rose oil is exported to Chanel and Christian Dior, priced higher than gold due to its exceptional rarity and quality.
Deep Islamic History
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ visited Taif in 619 CE during the Year of Sorrow. During this historic visit, Addas the Christian slave embraced Islam, and his mosque commemorates this great moment of faith to this day.
Saudi Summer Capital
At 1,879m above sea level in the Hejaz mountains, Taif enjoys a cool mountain climate in summer, transforming into the Kingdom's Summer Capital for the Royal Family and government officials.
Historic Ibn Abbas Mosque
The Ibn Abbas Mosque in Taif is one of Saudi Arabia's most important historic mosques, named after Abdullah ibn Abbas, cousin of the Prophet ﷺ and the Quran's interpreter.
Famous Taif Cable Car
The Taif Cable Car (Telefrique) connects Al-Hada and Al-Shafa mountain areas with breathtaking views over the Hejaz mountains, attracting millions of visitors annually.
Souq Okaz Ancient Market
The ancient Souq Okaz was the most famous Arab marketplace for poetry, speeches, and trade. The Saudi government revived it as an annual cultural festival attracting visitors from across the Arab world.
About Taif City
Taif (الطائف) is a major city in Makkah Province, situated in the Hejaz mountains at an elevation of 1,879 meters above sea level, approximately 80 km southeast of Makkah. Known as the "City of Roses" and the "Summer Capital of Saudi Arabia," Taif is famous for its cool mountain climate, world-renowned roses used in premium oud perfume, and its proximity to the Two Holy Mosques. It holds deep Islamic historical significance as the site where Prophet Muhammad ﷺ visited in 619 CE (the Year of Sorrow).
City: Taif
Province: Makkah Province
Population: 1,100,000+
Area: 4,847 km²
Elevation: 1,879 m
Qibla: 302° toward Makkah (NW)
Timezone: Asia/Riyadh +03:00
Calc Method: Umm Al-Qura University
Landmarks
Taif Rose Farms
Al-Hada & Al-Shafa Mountains
Taif Cable Car (Telefrique)
Shubra Palace Museum
Al-Rudaf Park
Al-Hada Theme Park
Taif Zoo
Wadi Qarn
Masjid Addas (Historic)
Souq Okaz
Taif Neighborhoods
Al-Salamah
Al-Nuzha
Al-Sharafa
Al-Hada
Al-Shafa
Al-Aziziyah
Al-Murjanah
Al-Faisaliyah
Al-Rawdah
Al-Qushlah
Cities Near Taif
Makkah
مكة المكرمة
80 km away
Direction: NW
Jeddah
جدة
160 km away
Direction: W
Riyadh
الرياض
850 km away
Direction: NE
Abha
أبها
480 km away
Direction: S
Taif Mosques Interactive Map
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Top Mosques in Taif
Taif Grand Mosque (Al-Jami Al-Kabir)
الجامع الكبير بالطائف
12,000
4.8 (9,200)
The Grand Mosque of Taif is the largest and most prominent mosque in the city. A central landmark for Friday prayers, Eid prayers, and the main Islamic gatherings of Taif. Located in the heart of the city center.
Al-Salamah, Taif
Jummah Prayer
12:00 PM
Eid Prayer
06:00 AM
Directions
Open 24/7
Masjid Addas (Historic Mosque of Taif)
مسجد عداس - الطائف
1,500
4.9 (18,000)
The historic mosque named after Addas, the Christian slave who embraced Islam after Prophet Muhammad ﷺ visited Taif in 619 CE. One of the most visited Islamic heritage sites in Taif.
Al-Hada Road, Taif
Jummah Prayer
12:00 PM
Eid Prayer
06:00 AM
Directions
Open for prayers & visitors
Al-Rajhi Mosque Taif
مسجد الراجحي - الطائف
5,000
4.7 (6,200)
A prominent mosque in Taif funded by Al-Rajhi Foundation, featuring traditional Hejazi Islamic architecture. Known for its Quran memorization programs.
Al-Nuzha, Taif
Jummah Prayer
12:00 PM, 12:30 PM
Eid Prayer
06:00 AM
Directions
Open for prayers
Masjid Ibn Abbas (Al-Abbas Mosque)
مسجد ابن عباس - الطائف
3,500
4.8 (11,000)
Historic mosque named after Abdullah ibn Abbas, the renowned companion and cousin of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. A major Islamic heritage landmark.
Al-Sharafa, Taif
Jummah Prayer
12:00 PM
Eid Prayer
06:30 AM
Directions
Open for prayers & visitors
Taif Monthly Prayer Calendar – March 2026
All times in Saudi Arabia local time (AST / UTC+3).
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FAQ – Taif Prayer Times
What time is prayer in Taif today?
Taif prayer times change daily based on the sun's position. Check the live schedule above with countdown in Saudi Arabia local time (UTC+3). Taif times differ from Makkah by 4-6 minutes.
What is the Qibla direction from Taif?
The Qibla from Taif is 302° (northwest), toward Makkah Al-Mukarramah only 80 km away, making Taif one of the closest major cities to Makkah.
Why is Taif called the City of Roses?
Taif produces the world's finest roses and exports premium rose oil to global fashion houses. Annual rose festivals in March and April attract visitors from worldwide.
How many Rakahs in each prayer?
Fajr: 2 Sunnah + 2 Fard. Dhuhr: 4+4+2. Asr: 4+4. Maghrib: 3 Fard + 2 Sunnah. Isha: 4 Fard + 2 Sunnah + 3 Witr.
What is the difference between Taif and Makkah prayer times?
Taif prayer times differ from Makkah by approximately 4-6 minutes due to longitude difference (40.42° vs 39.82°E) and Taif's elevation of 1,879m vs Makkah's 277m. Important for travelers between both cities.
Quick Reference – Taif
| City | Taif |
| Full Name | Taif – City of Roses, Saudi Summer Capital |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
| Province | Makkah Province |
| Population | 1,100,000+ |
| Area | 4,847 km² |
| Elevation | 1,879 m – Highest major city in Hejaz |
| Qibla Direction | 302° toward Makkah (NW) |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh +03:00 |
| Phone Code | +966 |
| Postal Code | 21944 |
| Calc Method | Umm Al-Qura University (Method 4) |
| Distance to Makkah | ~80 km only |
| vs Makkah Times | ~4–6 min difference |
| Islamic Significance | Prophet ﷺ visited 619 CE – Masjid Addas – Ibn Abbas Mosque |
| Nearest Cities | Makkah 80 km | Jeddah 160 km | Riyadh 850 km |