Maghrib is the sunset prayer — the moment the sun dips below the horizon, mosques across Sharjah call the adhan and the fast of Ramadan is broken. The Maghrib prayer time in Sharjah swings between roughly 5:30 PM in winter and 7:10 PM in summer, and unlike other prayers its window is short, so timing matters.
Maghrib moves a minute or two almost every day. For today’s exact sunset prayer time, check our live timetable:
What Is Maghrib Prayer?
Maghrib is the fourth daily prayer, performed just after sunset:
- 3 Fard rakats — obligatory, first two recited aloud
- 2 Sunnah rakats — recommended, after the fard
Maghrib marks the end of the fasting day in Ramadan.
How Maghrib Time Is Determined in Sharjah
Maghrib begins the moment the entire disc of the sun has disappeared below the horizon. The UAE’s official timetable (AWQAF) calculates sunset astronomically for Sharjah, usually adding a couple of minutes of caution. Sunset shifts nearly 100 minutes between early December (~5:28 PM) and late June (~7:10 PM).
Typical Maghrib Times in Sharjah by Month (2026)
Typical mid-month times — a seasonal guide, not today’s exact time:
| Month | Typical Maghrib (sunset) | Isha follows at ~ |
|---|---|---|
| January | ~5:50 PM | ~7:10 PM |
| February | ~6:10 PM | ~7:30 PM |
| March | ~6:25 PM | ~7:45 PM |
| April | ~6:40 PM | ~8:00 PM |
| May | ~6:55 PM | ~8:20 PM |
| June | ~7:10 PM | ~8:35 PM |
| July | ~7:10 PM | ~8:30 PM |
| August | ~6:55 PM | ~8:15 PM |
| September | ~6:30 PM | ~7:50 PM |
| October | ~5:58 PM | ~7:25 PM |
| November | ~5:33 PM | ~7:03 PM |
| December | ~5:36 PM | ~6:55 PM |
October 2026: ~5:57–6:00 PM. Confirm with the live timetable.
When Does Maghrib Start and End?
- Starts: at sunset
- Ends: when the red twilight disappears — ~60–75 minutes later
- Best time: immediately at sunset
How Many Rakats in Maghrib?
| Prayer | Rakats | Type | Recitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maghrib Fard | 3 | Obligatory | First 2 aloud, 3rd silent |
| Sunnah after Maghrib | 2 | Recommended | Aloud |
Maghrib and Iftar: The Ramadan Connection
In Ramadan, the Maghrib adhan is the official signal to break the fast across Sharjah. The Sunnah: break fast immediately at Maghrib with dates and water, pray Maghrib, then eat the main meal.
How to Catch Maghrib on Time: 5 Steps
- Know today’s exact time. Check the live Sharjah timetable each morning.
- Set a 10-minute warning alarm. The window is short.
- Do wudu before sunset. Be ready to pray the moment time enters.
- Head to the mosque early in Ramadan. Sharjah mosques fill fast at Maghrib.
- Plan evening outings around Maghrib. Most malls have prayer rooms.
Watch: How to Pray Maghrib Step by Step
Maghrib Prayer Time in Sharjah — FAQs
What time is Maghrib in Sharjah today?
Check our live Sharjah prayer timetable. October 2026: ~5:57–6:00 PM.
How is Maghrib time calculated?
When the sun’s disc fully disappears below the horizon. AWQAF calculates this astronomically for Sharjah.
How long does Maghrib time last?
Until the red twilight disappears — ~60–75 minutes after sunset. Praying early is strongly recommended.
How many rakats is Maghrib?
3 fard (obligatory) + 2 Sunnah afterwards. First two fard recited aloud.
Is Maghrib the time to break fast in Ramadan?
Yes — the Maghrib adhan is the official Iftar signal across the UAE.
What is the earliest and latest Maghrib in Sharjah?
Earliest: early December ~5:28 PM. Latest: late June ~7:10 PM.
Can I pray Maghrib at home or must it be in the mosque?
Valid at home, but congregational prayer at the mosque carries far greater reward.
What comes after Maghrib?
Isha prayer, roughly 60–90 minutes later. See the full timetable.
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