Durga Ashtami 2026 in UAE: date and local timings
Durgashtami (Durga Ashtami) 2026 falls on Monday 19 October 2026 in all 3 UAE cities listed here. In India it is on Monday 19 October 2026 – the same day. The rule: Ashwayuja sukla ashtami at sunrise (Maha Ashtami). In Dubai the sunrise on 19 October 2026 runs 6:19 AM local time, and the tithi runs from 18 October 2026 6:58 AM to 19 October 2026 9:22 AM. The table gives the date for each city with the sunrise 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 | Sunrise | Tithi (local time) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | Monday 19 October 2026 | 6:19 AM | 18 October 2026 6:58 AM – 19 October 2026 9:22 AM |
| Abu Dhabi | Monday 19 October 2026 | 6:22 AM | 18 October 2026 6:58 AM – 19 October 2026 9:22 AM |
| Sharjah | Monday 19 October 2026 | 6:18 AM | 18 October 2026 6:58 AM – 19 October 2026 9:22 AM |
FAQ
When is Durga Ashtami 2026 in UAE?
Durga Ashtami 2026 is on Monday 19 October 2026 in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah.
Is Durga Ashtami on the same day in UAE and India?
Yes, in India it is on Monday 19 October 2026.
How is the date of Durga Ashtami decided?
Ashwayuja sukla ashtami at sunrise (Maha Ashtami).
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