When the rain becomes heavy and threatens to cause harm, the Prophet Muhammad (Sallallahu Alaihi Wa Sallam) taught us a special dua for protection from heavy rain. By reciting this supplication, we seek Allah’s mercy and trust in His power to prevent any damage or hardship that may result from the downpour.
Dua for heavy rain to stop
Narrated Anas: (In Madina) It rained continuously (from a Friday) till the next Friday. When the Prophet started delivering the Friday Khutba (sermon), the people started shouting and said to him:
“The houses have collapsed and the roads are cut off (because of the heavy rain); so please pray to Allah to withhold the rain.”
So the Prophet smiled and said:
اَللَّهُمَّ حَوَالَيْنَا وَلاَ عَلَيْنَا
Allāhumma Hawālainā Wa Lā ‘Alainā
(O Allah! Round about us and not on us.)
Anas said: So the sky became clear over Madina but it kept on raining over the outskirts (of Madina) and not a single drop of rain fell over Madina. I looked towards the sky which was as bright and clear as a crown. Sahih al-Bukhari 1021
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In moments of heavy rain, turning to Allah through the Dua for Protection from Heavy Rain is a powerful way to seek His mercy and safety. By placing our trust in Him, we can find comfort and protection from any harm the rain may bring.