{
  "id": 13385003,
  "title": "When will Ramadan 2027 begin? UAE astronomers share latest moon sighting forecasts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/10/when-will-ramadan-2027-begin-uae-astronomers-share-latest-moon",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-10T09:41:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/when-will-ramadan-2027-begin-uae-astronomers-share-latest-moon-sighting-forecasts-1.500705567"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ramadan 2027 is anticipated to commence on Monday, February 8, based on astronomical forecasts, with Jumada Al Awwal marking four lunar months before it on October 12. Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society, stated the astronomical new moon would occur at approximately 7:50pm UAE time after sunset. The crescent may be visible to the naked eye on Sunday evening, potentially making Monday, October 12, the start of Jumada Al Awwal 1448 AH. This would mean only four lunar months remain until Ramadan. The Islamic lunar calendar's progression can be observed without specialized equipment through the moon's changing appearance. The Sharjah Space and Astronomy Hub predicts the crescent marking Jumada Al Awwal's beginning will not be visible to the naked eye after sunset on Sunday, October 11, but could potentially be observed before sunset using advanced astrophotography techniques. Countries relying on astronomical observations may begin Jumada Al Awwal on Monday, October 12, while those requiring naked-eye or optical telescope sightings may start the month on Tuesday, October 13.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Ramadan 2027 is just 121 days away, with the holy month expected to begin on Monday, February 8, according to astronomical forecasts, while the start of Jumada Al Awwal on October 12 will mark four lunar months until Ramadan. Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Astronomical Society and member of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences, said the…",
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}