Pakistan’s national space agency Suparco has issued its prediction regarding the sighting of the Ramazan moon, indicating that the holy month is likely to begin on February 19.
According to a Suparco spokesperson, the crescent of Ramazan is expected to be visible to the human eye on the evening of February 18.
Suparco stated that the new moon of Ramazan will be formed on February 17 at 5:15pm. By sunset on February 18, the moon’s age will be approximately 25 hours and 48 minutes — a duration considered sufficient for visibility under clear weather conditions.
Based on these astronomical calculations, the first fast in Pakistan is likely to be observed on February 19.
Crescent visibility prediction
The space agency clarified that the Ramazan moon can be seen with the naked eye on the evening of February 18. These predictions are based on scientific data, including the moon’s age and position at sunset.
Despite Suparco’s forecast, the official announcement regarding the start of Ramazan will be made by the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.
The committee traditionally gathers evidence from across the country before confirming the sighting of the crescent and declaring the beginning of the Islamic month.
