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Sharjah, Sharjah Emirate, UAE
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Sharjah Prayer Times – Complete UAE Cultural Capital Guide 2026
Welcome to Sharjah prayer times — the UAE's Cultural Capital and UNESCO-designated Cultural Capital of the Arab World. Prayer times are calculated using the Gulf Region method with Sharjah's exact coordinates (25.36°N, 55.40°E) and UAE local time (Gulf Standard Time / GST / UTC+4). The UAE does not observe daylight saving time, ensuring consistent year-round prayer schedules. The Qibla direction from Sharjah is 261° from North, pointing west-southwest toward Makkah (~1,780 km away).
Sharjah is the most Islamically conservative emirate in the UAE — the only one to maintain a complete alcohol ban and require businesses to close during prayer times. The iconic Al-Noor Mosque on Khalid Lagoon is one of the most photographed mosques in the UAE, while King Faisal Mosque is Sharjah's largest. This page provides a live countdown, full monthly calendar, Rakahs guide, and interactive mosque map.
Why Use This Page
- Gulf Region calculation method
- Live UAE time (GST / UTC+4)
- Full monthly prayer calendar
- Interactive Sharjah mosque map
- Rakahs guide for all 5 prayers
- Qibla direction: 261°
Sharjah Cultural Highlights
- UNESCO Cultural Capital of Arab World
- 20+ museums and art galleries
- Sharjah International Book Fair
- Al-Noor Mosque on Khalid Lagoon
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
Sharjah – Cultural Capital of the Arab World
Museum of Islamic Civilization
The Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization is one of the world's most important Islamic museums, housing 5,000+ rare artefacts spanning Islamic history from Andalusia to Southeast Asia. Renovated in 2008 with a stunning contemporary Islamic design.
Al-Noor Mosque – The Icon
Al-Noor Mosque on Khalid Lagoon is Sharjah's most photographed landmark, glowing with green lights at night making it one of the UAE's most beautiful night views. Open for supervised cultural tours for non-Muslim visitors.
Sharjah International Book Fair
One of the world's largest book fairs, held annually at EXPO Sharjah attracting over 2.5 million visitors. Features pavilions from 100+ countries and reflects Sharjah's unique cultural status as the Arab world's reading capital.
Sharjah Corniche & Al-Qasba
Sharjah Corniche and Al-Majaz Waterfront are among the UAE's most beautiful family leisure destinations. Al-Qasba Canal features the iconic Eye of the Emirates observation wheel and waterfront restaurants.
Emirates on Two Coasts
Sharjah is the only UAE emirate with territories on both the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman coasts. Eastern enclaves including Khor Fakkan and Kalba offer pristine beaches and mountain scenery distinct from the urban west coast.
Sharjah – Alcohol-Free Emirate
Sharjah is the only UAE emirate with a complete alcohol ban and requires businesses to close during prayer times. This makes it the most authentically Islamic emirate in the UAE and a preferred home for devout Muslim families.
About Sharjah Emirate
Sharjah is the third-largest emirate of the United Arab Emirates and holds the unique distinction of being a UNESCO-designated Cultural Capital of the Arab World. Known as the "Cultural Capital of the UAE," Sharjah is home to over 20 museums, numerous art galleries, theatres, and cultural institutions. It is the only emirate with territory on both the Arabian Gulf and Gulf of Oman coasts, and maintains the UAE's strictest Islamic values, including a complete ban on alcohol.
Founded: 1823
Population: 1,800,000+
Area: 2,590 km²
Emirate: Sharjah Emirate
Qibla Direction: 261° toward Makkah (WSW)
Timezone: Asia/Dubai (GST) +04:00
Calc Method: Gulf Region Method
Distance to Makkah: ~1,780 km
Daylight Saving: None – fixed UTC+4 year-round
Landmarks & Attractions
Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
Al-Noor Mosque (Khalid Lagoon)
Sharjah Corniche & Al-Majaz Waterfront
Sharjah Art Museum
Al-Qasba Canal & Eye of the Emirates
Al-Buhairah Corniche
Sharjah Heritage Area & Al-Arsah Souk
Sharjah Aquarium
Sharjah International Airport
Sharjah Book Fair Venue (EXPO Centre)
Sharjah Neighborhoods
Al-Majaz
Al-Qasimiyah
Al-Nahda
Muweilah
Al-Taawun
Al-Butina
Al-Khan
Al-Yarmook
Al-Gharb
Rolla
Cities Near Sharjah
Dubai
دبي
20 km away
Direction: SW
Ajman
عجمان
10 km away
Direction: N
Abu Dhabi
أبوظبي
160 km away
Direction: SW
Al Ain
العين
130 km away
Direction: SE
Sharjah Mosques Interactive Map
Click any pin to view mosque details, prayer times, and get directions.
Top 4 Mosques in Sharjah
King Faisal Mosque Sharjah
مسجد الملك فيصل - الشارقة
15,000
4.9 (24,000)
The largest mosque in Sharjah and one of the largest in the UAE, named after King Faisal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. A magnificent landmark of Islamic architecture situated near Sharjah Corniche, serving thousands of worshippers for daily and Friday prayers.
Al-Majaz Area, Sharjah Corniche
Jummah Prayer
12:30 PM
Eid Prayer
07:00 AM
+971 6 568 0000
Get Directions
Open for prayers
Al-Noor Mosque
مسجد النور
1,500
4.9 (31,000)
One of Sharjah's most iconic and photographed mosques, beautifully illuminated at night on Khalid Lagoon. Built in the Mamluk Ottoman style with stunning domes and minarets, it is open to non-Muslim visitors for guided cultural tours.
Khalid Lagoon, Al-Majaz, Sharjah
Jummah Prayer
12:30 PM
Eid Prayer
07:00 AM
+971 6 556 4446
Get Directions
Open for prayers & cultural tours
Al-Qasimiyah Mosque
مسجد القاسمية
6,000
4.7 (8,500)
A prominent mosque in the Al-Qasimiyah district of Sharjah, one of the city's most populous areas. Features traditional Gulf Islamic architecture and serves the surrounding residential and commercial communities.
Al-Qasimiyah District, Sharjah
Jummah Prayer
12:30 PM, 01:00 PM
Eid Prayer
07:00 AM
Get Directions
Open for prayers
Al-Zahra Mosque
مسجد الزهراء
4,500
4.6 (5,200)
A significant mosque in the industrial and residential areas of Sharjah, serving thousands of workers and residents. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and strong community programs including Quran classes and Islamic education.
Industrial Area, Sharjah
Jummah Prayer
12:30 PM
Eid Prayer
07:00 AM
Get Directions
Open for prayers
Sharjah Monthly Prayer Calendar – March 2026
All times in UAE local time (Gulf Standard Time / GST / UTC+4). No daylight saving time.
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FAQ – Sharjah Prayer Times
What time is prayer in Sharjah today?
Sharjah prayer times change daily based on solar position. Check the live schedule and real-time countdown above. All times are in UAE local time (Gulf Standard Time / GST / UTC+4) with no daylight saving adjustment.
What is the Qibla direction from Sharjah?
The Qibla direction from Sharjah is 261° from North (west-southwest), pointing toward Makkah Al-Mukarramah approximately 1,780 km away.
Why is Sharjah called the Cultural Capital?
UNESCO designated Sharjah as the Cultural Capital of the Arab World in 1998. It has 20+ museums, art galleries, theatres, and hosts the Sharjah International Book Fair attracting 2.5 million visitors annually.
Does Sharjah ban alcohol?
Yes. Sharjah is the only UAE emirate with a complete alcohol ban. Businesses also close during prayer times. This makes Sharjah the most Islamically observant emirate in the UAE, preferred by devout Muslim families.
What is the difference between Sharjah and Dubai prayer times?
Sharjah (55.40°E) is slightly further east than Dubai (55.27°E), meaning prayer times differ by approximately seconds to one minute. Both operate on GST (UTC+4).
How many Rakahs in each prayer in Sharjah?
Fajr: 2 Sunnah + 2 Fard. Dhuhr: 4 Sunnah + 4 Fard + 2 Sunnah. Asr: 4 Sunnah + 4 Fard. Maghrib: 3 Fard + 2 Sunnah. Isha: 4 Fard + 2 Sunnah + 3 Witr.
Sharjah Quick Reference
| City | Sharjah |
| Full Name | Sharjah, Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Emirate | Sharjah Emirate |
| Cultural Status | UNESCO Cultural Capital of Arab World (1998) |
| Population | 1,800,000+ |
| Area | 2,590 km² |
| Qibla Direction | 261° toward Makkah (WSW) |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai (GST) +04:00 |
| Daylight Saving | None – fixed UTC+4 year-round |
| Alcohol | Completely banned |
| Calc Method | Gulf Region Method |
| Distance to Makkah | ~1,780 km |
| Nearest Cities | Dubai 20 km | Ajman 10 km |
