Eid 2025 Moon Sighting: Anticipations and Predictions

Eid ul-Fitr is approaching in 2025, with the date contingent on the moon sighting. This year experienced a split Ramadan start between March 1 and 2. While UK astronomers forecast Eid for March 31, Saudi Arabia has already set Sunday as the Eid date, based on predicted moon visibility.

Eid ul-Fitr is approaching as Ramadan concludes in 2025, with the beginning of Shawwal imminent. Muslims worldwide, including those in the UK, await the sighting of the crescent moon. The determination of whether Eid will be celebrated on Sunday or Monday hinges on tonight’s moon sighting. This year, Ramadan saw a ‘split’, beginning on March 1 for some countries, like Saudi Arabia, and March 2 for others, such as the UK.

In the UK, the timing of Eid celebrations may differ as many Muslims align their observance with Saudi Arabia or Morocco. Consequently, the variation in Ramadan start dates leads to differing moon sighting days; while some will look for the moon on March 29, others will do so on March 30. According to UK astronomers, the moon will likely be invisible in Britain and the Middle East on Saturday night, indicating that Eid will fall on March 31.

Nonetheless, Saudi Arabia has already declared Sunday as Eid, suggesting adherence to a predetermined national calendar. For those attempting to sight the moon on Sunday, predictions indicate that the crescent will be visible, allowing Ramadan to conclude at sunset and establishing Eid on March 31. Stay tuned for live updates about the moon sighting and Eid events in London.

In summary, Eid ul-Fitr marks a significant religious observance, with the moon sighting determining its date. Variations in Ramadan commencement across different countries have led to a divided observance in the UK. While UK astronomers predict a likely Eid on March 31 due to visibility issues, Saudi Arabia has preemptively designated Sunday as Eid. Observers will closely monitor the crescent’s appearance over the weekend.

Original Source: www.mylondon.news