Anticipated first day of Ramadan 2026 as per Saudi Astronomical Horizons Affiliation
In accordance with the Saudi Astronomical Horizons Affiliation, astronomical calculations present that Wednesday, February 18, 2026 is predicted to be the primary day of Ramadan 1447 AH.
Beneath are the complete particulars of the affiliation’s assertion about sighting the Ramadan crescent:
New Moon Timing (Central Conjunction)
The central conjunction (new moon) will happen on:
➤ Tuesday, February 17, 2026
➤ Akin to 29 Sha’ban 1447 AH
This conjunction is particular as a result of it’s thought-about seen to the bare eye. It occurs on the identical day as an annular photo voltaic eclipse, which is able to happen over components of the southern hemisphere of Earth.
Sundown and Moonset Over Mecca
In Makkah:
🔘 Sundown: 6:18 PM
🔘 Moonset: 6:21 PM
This implies the crescent moon will stay above the western horizon for not less than 3 minutes after sundown. Astronomically, this confirms the potential of sighting the crescent.
The visibility interval turns into longer as we transfer west. For instance:
■ In Agadir, Morocco
■ The crescent stays seen for about 11 minutes after sundown.
Remaining Astronomical Conclusion
As a result of the brand new moon happens earlier than sundown and the crescent stays above the horizon after sundown, astronomical information point out that:
✓ Wednesday, February 18, 2026 is predicted to be the primary day of Ramadan 1447 AH.
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