Dhanteras 2026 in UAE: date and local timings
Dhanteras (Dhana Trayodashi) 2026 falls on Friday 6 November 2026 in all 3 UAE cities listed here. In India it is on Friday 6 November 2026 – the same day. The rule: Ashwayuja bahula trayodashi at pradosha. In Dubai the pradosha (the first fifth of the night after sunset) on 6 November 2026 runs 5:35 PM – 8:10 PM local time, and the tithi runs from 6 November 2026 9:01 AM to 7 November 2026 9:18 AM. The table gives the date for each city with the pradosha window and the tithi in local clock time (daylight saving applied), all computed from the NASA/JPL ephemeris for the city's own sunrise and sunset, never converted from IST.
| Cities | Date | Pradosha | Tithi (local time) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | Friday 6 November 2026 | 5:35 PM – 8:10 PM | 6 November 2026 9:01 AM – 7 November 2026 9:18 AM |
| Abu Dhabi | Friday 6 November 2026 | 5:39 PM – 8:14 PM | 6 November 2026 9:01 AM – 7 November 2026 9:18 AM |
| Sharjah | Friday 6 November 2026 | 5:34 PM – 8:09 PM | 6 November 2026 9:01 AM – 7 November 2026 9:18 AM |
FAQ
When is Dhanteras 2026 in UAE?
Dhanteras 2026 is on Friday 6 November 2026 in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah.
Is Dhanteras on the same day in UAE and India?
Yes, in India it is on Friday 6 November 2026.
How is the date of Dhanteras decided?
Ashwayuja bahula trayodashi at pradosha.
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