Mecca is open for business

Standard office hours today: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Monday

7h 57m remaining in the business day 12%

Local time in Mecca 9:02 AM Monday, August 3 UTC+03:00

Day at a glance

Today's schedule

Regular working day

Offices Corporate offices, professional services, and private sector firms.

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Open now

Banks Commercial banks, retail financial branches, and currency exchange desks.

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Outside hours

Government Public sector administrative offices, municipal centers, and ministries.

7:30 AM - 2:30 PM Open now

Retail Shopping malls, traditional souks, and retail stores across the city.

9:30 AM - 11:00 PM Outside hours

Dining Restaurants, cafes, fast-food outlets, and hotel dining establishments.

7:00 AM - 11:59 PM Open now

Local convention

Working week

5 work days

Mon Work

Tue Work

Wed Work

Thu Work

Fri Weekend

Sat Weekend

Sun Work

Corporate offices, professional services, and private sector firms. Closed for official weekend day of rest.

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Mecca time 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday, Aug 3

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Plan around closures

2026 public holidays · Saudi Arabia

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A nationwide public-holiday calendar is not available for this country. Confirm local closure dates with the organization.

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Local business guidance

Sunday to Thursday Workweek

Government ministries, banking head offices, and administrative firms operate from Sunday to Thursday. Friday and Saturday form the official weekend.

Ramadan and Pilgrimage Adjustments

During Ramadan, official working hours are reduced to 6 hours daily and commercial life shifts heavily to nighttime hours. Hajj and Umrah peak seasons increase footfall around Al Masjid Al Haram.

Prayer Times and Continuous Operations

Commercial regulations permit businesses to maintain continuous operations during daily prayer times, though smaller independent shops may briefly pause.

Around-the-Clock Central District Retail

Stores and eateries near the Grand Mosque and Abraj Al Bait frequently remain open 24/7 to accommodate pilgrims arriving at all hours.