Rabi-ul-Awwal moon expected to be sighted on August 24: SUPARCO

KARACHI: The moon marking the beginning of Rabi-ul-Awwal 1447 Hijri is expected to be born on August 23 at 11:06 AM, according to a statement issued by the Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO).

By the evening of August 24, the moon will be 32 hours and 13 minutes old, increasing the likelihood of it being visible, a SUPARCO spokesperson said.

The spokesperson added that in coastal regions, there will be a 45-minute interval between sunset and moonset — a favorable condition for moon sighting.

Based on astronomical data, there are strong chances of the new moon being sighted on the evening of August 24.

If the moon is sighted, the first day of Rabi-ul-Awwal is expected to fall on Monday, August 25, 2025.

However, the final announcement will be made by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.