Eid 2025 Moon Sighting Updates: Anticipation and Variability in Dates

Eid ul-Fitr is imminent as Ramadan 2025 ends and the crescent moon sighting will determine whether Eid falls on Sunday or Monday. Observances vary between regions, particularly Saudi Arabia and the UK. UK astronomers predict the crescent will not be visible Saturday night, with Eid expected on Monday, March 31, despite Saudi Arabia’s designation of Sunday for Eid.

Eid ul-Fitr is approaching as Ramadan 2025 nears its conclusion and the month of Shawwal is expected to commence shortly. Muslims globally, including those in the UK, will be eagerly watching for the crescent of the new moon. The determination of whether Eid will be celebrated on Sunday or Monday hinges on the visibility of the crescent moon tonight.

This year the Ramadan observance varied by region, starting either on March 1 or March 2. In Saudi Arabia, where the moon was sighted on February 28, Ramadan commenced on March 1. Conversely, the UK commenced Ramadan on March 2 due to a lack of moon visibility the previous evening.

In the UK, many Muslims tend to align their Eid celebrations with either Saudi Arabia or Morocco, resulting in potential differences in observance dates. The crescent moon must be sighted on the 29th day of Ramadan, indicating that for some, moon sighting will occur on Saturday, March 29, while for others, it will take place on Sunday, March 30, leading to Eid being celebrated the next day.

According to UK astronomers, the moon is not anticipated to be visible on Saturday night, not even with a telescope, suggesting that Eid may be celebrated on Monday, March 31. Nevertheless, Saudi Arabia has already designated Sunday as the Eid start date, likely adhering to a set national calendar.

Forecasts indicate that individuals seeking the crescent on Sunday will likely succeed, marking the end of Ramadan at sunset, with Eid occurring on Monday, March 31. Stay tuned for live updates on the moon sighting and related Eid events in London.

The article discusses the anticipation surrounding Eid ul-Fitr as Ramadan 2025 concludes, outlining the potential variability in celebration dates due to moon sighting practices. It underscores the differing observance start dates, particularly between Saudi Arabia and the UK. Finally, the article highlights the expectation for the crescent’s visibility on Sunday, suggesting a likely Eid celebration on Monday, March 31.

Original Source: www.mylondon.news