Performing tavaf during rain is not only permissible but considered specially blessed. Rain is seen as a sign of Allah's mercy, and dua made during rainfall is among those more likely to be answered. There is no prohibition or dislike (karahah) associated with performing tavaf in the rain. Scholars encourage hacilar to take advantage of such moments for sincere dua.
Performing tavaf during rain is entirely permissible and is, in fact, considered a specially blessed time by scholars. There is no scholarly prohibition or dislike associated with tavaf during rainfall. Hz. Peygamber (sallallahu aleyhi ve sellem) identified rainfall as one of the times when dua is more likely to be answered, making tavaf during rain an excellent opportunity to combine two blessed acts — circumambulating the Kabe and supplicating during rainfall.
Sheikh Ibn Baz encouraged hacilar to take advantage of rain during their hac ibadeti, noting that it is a manifestation of Allah's mercy and a time when the gates of heaven are opened. He stated there is no basis for the claim that tavaf should be postponed due to rain. The Permanent Committee similarly confirmed that tavaf during rain is valid and carries no special restrictions.
From a practical standpoint, scholars note that the Mataf (tavaf area) can become slippery during rain, and hacilar — especially the elderly and those with mobility issues — should exercise caution. The Mescid-i Haram administration takes measures to ensure safety during such times. Pilgrims may also perform tavaf on the covered upper floors if they prefer to avoid the rain, and this is equally valid. Using an umbrella during tavaf is also permissible.
Hz. Peygamber (sallallahu aleyhi ve sellem) said: 'Two (duas) are not rejected: the dua at the time of the call to namaz (adhan) and the dua during rain.'
Hz. Peygamber (sallallahu aleyhi ve sellem) said: 'Two (duas) are not rejected: the dua at the time of the call to namaz (adhan) and the dua during rain.'
When Hz. Peygamber (sallallahu aleyhi ve sellem) saw rain, he would say: 'O Allah, make it a beneficial rain (Allahumma sayyiban nafi'an).'
When Hz. Peygamber (sallallahu aleyhi ve sellem) saw rain, he would say: 'O Allah, make it a beneficial rain (Allahumma sayyiban nafi'an).'
Scholars from different schools of Islamic jurisprudence offer varying perspectives on this matter.
Tavaf during rain is permissible and blessed. The Hanafi school sees no objection and encourages dua during rainfall.
The general permissibility of tavaf at all times includes during rain, and hadith on dua during rain supports seeking it.
The Maliki school considers tavaf during rain permissible and praiseworthy. Imam Malik viewed rain as a mercy and encouraged worship during it.
Al-Mudawwanah: no prohibition on tavaf during rain; rain is considered a blessing.
Tavaf during rain is fully permissible. The Shafi'i school holds that all times are valid for tavaf, including during rain, and the added blessing of rainfall makes it especially encouraged.
Al-Majmu' by al-Nawawi: tavaf is valid at all times, and rain is a time of accepted dua.
The Hanbali school considers tavaf during rain permissible and encouraged due to the special blessing of rain. No restriction or dislike applies.
Al-Mughni by Ibn Qudamah: tavaf is valid at all times without restriction, and rain is a time of mercy.
This is a scholarly summary, not a personal fatwa. Consult your scholar for personal rulings.
Hz. Peygamber (sallallahu aleyhi ve sellem) said: 'Two (duas) are not rejected: the dua at the time of the call to namaz (adhan) and the dua during rain.'
Sunan Abu Dawud #2540 (hasan)When Hz. Peygamber (sallallahu aleyhi ve sellem) saw rain, he would say: 'O Allah, make it a beneficial rain (Allahumma sayyiban nafi'an).'
Sahih al-Bukhari #1032 (sahih)