The Abu Dhabi Astronomy Center has announced the expected date of the first Ramadan fast in Arab countries. According to the center, Ramadan is expected to begin in March, with the first fast falling on March .
The center stated that most Islamic countries will sight the crescent moon for the holy month of Ramadan on February 28, 2025, Friday. The United Arab Emirates will have a fasting period of approximately 14 hours and 13 minutes for the first fast, while the last fast will be approximately 14 hours and 55 minutes.
Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a sacred period for Muslims, marked by fasting, prayer, and charity. The exact start date of Ramadan varies each year, depending on the sighting of the crescent moon.
The Abu Dhabi Astronomy Center’s announcement provides a tentative date for the start of Ramadan, allowing Muslims in Arab countries to prepare for the holy month. However, the official start date will be confirmed upon the actual sighting of the crescent moon.
The center’s prediction is based on astronomical calculations, taking into account the lunar cycle and the timing of the crescent moon’s appearance. As Ramadan approaches, Muslims around the world will come together to observe the sacred month, fostering a sense of community and spiritual growth.
