Dasara 2026 in UAE: date and local timings
Dasara (Vijayadashami) 2026 falls on Tuesday 20 October 2026 in all 3 UAE cities listed here. In India it is on Tuesday 20 October 2026 – the same day. The rule: Ashwayuja sukla dasami prevailing at aparahna; larger coverage wins, tie -> first day. In Dubai the afternoon (fourth fifth of daylight) on 20 October 2026 runs 1:12 PM – 3:29 PM local time, and the tithi runs from 20 October 2026 11:20 AM to 21 October 2026 12:42 PM. The table gives the date for each city with the afternoon 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 | Afternoon | Tithi (local time) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | Tuesday 20 October 2026 | 1:12 PM – 3:29 PM | 20 October 2026 11:20 AM – 21 October 2026 12:42 PM |
| Abu Dhabi | Tuesday 20 October 2026 | 1:16 PM – 3:33 PM | 20 October 2026 11:20 AM – 21 October 2026 12:42 PM |
| Sharjah | Tuesday 20 October 2026 | 1:11 PM – 3:29 PM | 20 October 2026 11:20 AM – 21 October 2026 12:42 PM |
FAQ
When is Dasara 2026 in UAE?
Dasara 2026 is on Tuesday 20 October 2026 in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah.
Is Dasara on the same day in UAE and India?
Yes, in India it is on Tuesday 20 October 2026.
How is the date of Dasara decided?
Ashwayuja sukla dasami prevailing at aparahna; larger coverage wins, tie -> first day.
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