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Eid Al Fitr 2026: Rain Alters Prayer Locations in Saudi

Eid Al-Fitr 2026 prayers restricted to mosques due to weather forecasts indicating rainfall and atmospheric changes.

  • Publish date: Wednesday، 18 March 2026 Reading time: 1 min read Last update: Monday، 18 May 2026
Eid Al Fitr 2026: Rain Alters Prayer Locations in Saudi

In light of changing weather conditions across the Kingdom, the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah, and Guidance has stepped forward with proactive measures for Eid al-Fitr. With forecasts from the National Center for Meteorology revealing the likelihood of scattered rain showers paired with impactful atmospheric shifts, the ministry is taking crucial steps to ensure the safety and comfort of worshippers during this sacred celebration.

As part of this precautionary approach, Eid al-Fitr prayers for the year 1447 AH will exclusively take place within mosques, excluding outdoor prayer spaces in areas expected to be affected by rainy weather conditions

Branches of the ministry across the Kingdom have been tasked with meticulously adhering to the updated guidelines. With a strong emphasis on preparedness, they are urged to stay in sync with updates from meteorological authorities to ensure mosques are fully equipped to welcome worshippers. 

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