Is Covering the Face During Prayer Due to Cold Permissible?

A clear religious ruling on covering the mouth and nose during prayer in cold weather, and when it becomes permissible.

  Sat , March 28 2026 / 07:16 PM Updated At: 2026-03-28 19:16:38

Dar Al-Ifta Egypt clarified an important question that arises during cold weather regarding the ruling on covering part of the face during prayer, especially for the elderly or patients who need protection from the cold while performing prayer.

The authority confirmed that covering the mouth and nose during prayer using a scarf or similar clothing is permissible if there is a valid need, such as extreme cold, illness, or old age. In such cases, there is no dislike (karaha), as Islamic law aims to ease hardship and provide flexibility.

It explained that the dislike of covering the face in prayer applies only when there is no necessity. However, when الحاجة موجودة، the ruling shifts to permissibility, and the prayer remains valid and acceptable without any issue.

In addition, it emphasized that deliberately missing Fajr prayer due to cold without a valid excuse is considered a major sin if a person is awake and able to pray. However, if someone misses it due to sleep or forgetfulness, there is no sin, and they must perform it immediately upon remembering, based on the Prophet’s teaching.

The time of Fajr prayer begins at true dawn and ends at sunrise, and delaying it intentionally beyond its time is not allowed, as it is one of the most important pillars of daily worship.

Even in the cold silence of dawn, prayer remains a source of warmth for the soul, a quiet light that guides the heart back to its Creator.

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