Eid ul-Fitr 2025: Moon Sighting Timings for Saudi Arabia, UK, and Morocco
Eid ul-Fitr 2025 timing is contingent on moon sightings, with a split Ramadan potentially leading to celebrations on March 30 or 31. UK astronomers anticipate no visibility of the moon on March 29, suggesting Eid on March 31, while Saudi Arabia has indicated March 30. Moon sighting times for various regions have been released.
Eid ul-Fitr is anticipated as Ramadan 2025 nears its conclusion. UK astronomy experts have provided details on when the moon sighting announcements will occur, enabling Muslims to determine the start of Shawwal. The crescent moon’s visibility will dictate if Eid falls on Sunday or Monday for communities worldwide.
In 2025, a ‘split Ramadan’ was experienced, beginning on either March 1 or March 2, depending on moon sightings. For example, Saudi Arabia observed the moon on February 28, marking March 1 as the start of Ramadan. In the UK, the moon’s visibility was delayed, causing Ramadan to start on March 2. Many UK Muslims will synchronize Eid celebrations with Saudi Arabia or Morocco, creating potential disparities in observance days.
The crescent moon must be sighted on the 29th day of Ramadan, which will occur on Saturday, March 29, for some and Sunday, March 30, for others. Consequently, Eid will start the following day. According to UK astronomers, the moon will not be visible on Saturday night in the UK or the Middle East; hence, Eid might be observed on Monday, March 31. However, Saudi Arabia has designated Eid for Sunday, March 30, likely following a national calendar.
The HM Nautical Almanac Office in the UK has released a schedule of moon sighting times. Only areas along the northern eastern coast of the USA and Canada might visibly spot the moon. Elsewhere, Muslims will need to wait until Sunday for confirmation.
In London, sunset on Sunday is at 7:31 PM, with the moon setting at 9:28 PM. On Monday, sunset will occur at 7:33 PM, and moonset will be at 11:03 PM. A comprehensive chart detailing the timings across various cities is available.
Eid ul-Fitr 2025 will be closely observed as Ramadan concludes. The moon sighting will determine whether Eid falls on March 30 or 31, with disparities potentially arising depending on regional practices. Significant guidance for moon visibility has been provided, indicating that many in the UK and worldwide may celebrate Eid on the same day as Saudi Arabia.
Original Source: www.mylondon.news
