Qatar
HH the Amir calls for Istisqa prayer today; ministry designates mosques, prayer grounds
His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani has called for the Istisqa (rain-seeking) prayer to be performed across the country this morning, 25 Jumada Al-Ula 1448 AH, corresponding to November 5, 2026.
HH the Amir will perform the Istisqa prayer with crowds of worshippers at the Lusail prayer ground. The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs has also urged Muslims across Qatar to perform the Istisqa at 5:59am.
In a statement issued Wednesday, the ministry said that 136 mosques and prayer grounds across the country had been designated for the prayer.
The ministry urged worshippers to observe acts of worship and devotion, including sincere repentance, restoring people’s rights, fasting and giving charity.
It also called on all Muslims who are able to attend to participate in the prayer.