Saudi Arabia sets date for Ramadan crescent moon sighting 1446/2025

The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia has called upon all Muslims across the Kingdom to sight the crescent moon for the holy month of Ramadan on the evening of Friday, 29 Sha'ban 1446 AH, corresponding to Feb. 28, 2025, according to the Umm Al-Qura calendar.

In an official statement released on Thursday, the court clarified that this invitation is based on its decision No. (191/H) dated 29 Rajab 1446 AH, which designated Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, as the start of the month of Sha'ban.

The court urged anyone able to sight the crescent with the naked eye or binoculars to report to the nearest court to register their testimony or contact the nearest center to facilitate access to the courts.

It also encouraged those who can participate in the sighting efforts to join the committees formed for this purpose, emphasizing that this promotes cooperation in righteousness and piety and serves the public interest of Muslims.

The court expressed hope that this effort will contribute to accurately determining the beginning of the holy month, praying for success in this endeavor. This announcement is part of the annual traditions of the Kingdom in welcoming Ramadan.