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Crescent Visibility Reports for Ramadan 1442 (29th of Shaban, Monday 12th April 2021) & Shawwal 1442 (29th 0f Ramadan, Tuesday-Wednesday, 11th-12th May 2021)**, Based on settings*
These technical reports are made only for sighting assistance, No final conclusions are made until the Moon Crescent sighting has been taken place. Please follow the government official announcement
Crescent Visibility Report for Ramadan 1442 (29th of Shaban, Monday 12th April 2021)
*Settings:-
– OMAN Muscat, Long: 58:35:36.0, Lat: 23:36:48.0, Ele:21.0 m, Zone:4.00
| Timing🙁12th/04/2021) @18:00:00 UTC+4 | Sun | Moon |
| Rise | 05:48:16 | 06:03:55 |
| Transit | 12:07:18 | 12:23:53 |
| Set | 18:26:33 | 18:46:33 |
| Azimuth(Degree)@18:00 | ~277° 27.862` | ~273°45.178` |
| Altitude (Degree) @18:00 | ~5° 19.809` | ~9° 31.941` |
Age of Moon: Waxing Crescent : ~ 0.48 days old. = 11.52 hrs old
Set Time difference : approx 20 minutes
The New Moon crescent first light will be in conjunction with the Sun on April 12th @ 06:40UTC+4, and based on the astronomical calculations, the Crescent (Hilal) would be possible (with difficulty) through CCD yet extremely challenging to observe with naked eyes or with only optical aid on this day, because of the Set Time difference and age of the Crescent which is very young.
Based on the Astronomical data report, the Sunsets at 6:26 Pm UTC+4 @ (277°WNW), and 6:46 pm @ (276° WNW) for the Moon which makes out around 20minuets for the sighting before it sets below the true Horizon.
From this report, it is possible to sight the crescent “Hilal” with the help of optical Aid (Telescope) and CCD camera together, and the chances increases as we move towards the southwest of the globe and or sighting at a higher altitude. However, it all depends on weather conditions at that place and time. Yet because of the Moon age and set time, it will be extremely difficult to sight by naked eyes only including even is sighted with Optical aid it will be a great challenge. If sighted, Ramadan will start on Tuesday 13th April 2021, if not, Shaaban will continue its 30 days InShaAllah (If God wills), this is what I highly presume will happen according to the past reports and practical sightings.
Crescent Visibility Reports for Shawwal 1442 (Tuesday 11th / Wednesday 12th May 2021)**, (29th Ramadan 1442) Based on settings*
**Note:
- If Ramadan Started on Tuesday 13th April 2021 (Which is less likely), Then 29th Ramadan is on Tuesday, 11th May 2021. (Refer 1st Report below)
- If Ramadan Started on Wednesday 14th April 2021 (Which is most likely), Then 29th Ramadan will be on Wenesday, 12th May 2021. (Refer 2nd Report below)
(1st Report) Crescent Visibility Report for Shawwal 1442 (Tuesday 11th May 2021) (29th Ramadan 1442) Based on settings*
*Settings:-
– OMAN Muscat, Long: 58:35:36.0, Lat: 23:36:48.0, Ele:21.0 m, Zone:4.00
| Timing🙁11th/05/2021) @18:00:00 UTC+4 | Sun | Moon |
| Rise | 05:26:33 | 05:10:31 |
| Transit | 12:02:51 | 11:45:34 |
| Set | 18:39:24 | 18:24:18 |
| Azimuth(Degree)@18:00 | ~286° 21.060` | ~284°40.662` |
| Altitude (Degree) @18:00 | ~7° 51.033` | ~4° 31.984` |
Age of Moon: Waning Crescent : ~ 29.48 days old. = 707.52hrs old
Set Time difference : approx 15 minutes (Moon sets before the Sun)
From the calculations above, it is clearly Impossible to sight the crescent on this day for the following main reasons;
- The New Crescent is not born yet. Still in waning stage
- The Moon sets before the Sun
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(2nd Report) Crescent Visibility Report for Shawwal 1442 (Wednesday 12th May 2021) (29th Ramadan 1442) Based on settings*
*Settings:-
– OMAN Muscat, Long: 58:35:36.0, Lat: 23:36:48.0, Ele:21.0 m, Zone:4.00
| Timing:(12th/05/2021) @18:00:00 UTC+4 | Sun | Moon |
| Rise | 05:26:02 | 05:45:27 |
| Transit | 12:02:50 | 12:29:06 |
| Set | 18:39:53 | 19:16:36 |
| Azimuth(Degree)@18:00 | ~286° 35.220` | ~284°29.223` |
| Altitude (Degree) @18:00 | ~7° 56.493` | ~15° 23.388` |
Age of Moon: Waxing Crescent : ~ 0.79 days old. = 18.96 hrs old
Set Time difference : approx 36 minutes
The New Moon crescent first light will be in conjunction with the Sun on May 11th @ 23:09UTC+4, and based on the astronomical calculations, the Crescent (Hilal) would be possible through naked eyes and Optical Aid support across the country on this day. Factors such as site location & Atmospheric conditions will determine the conclusion.
Based on the Astronomical data report, the Sun sets at 6:39 Pm UTC+4 @ (287°WNW), and 7:16 pm @ (287° WNW) for the Moon which makes out around 36 minutes for the sighting before it sets below the true Horizon.
These technical reports are made only for sighting assistance, No final conclusions are made until the Moon Crescent sighting has been taken place. Please follow the government official announcement
Results will be published in comments section below. Please visit International Astronomical Center for detailed results across the globe.
Ramadan Kareem and Eid Mubarak in advance to Everyone.
As long it’s not yet safe to be in physical touch with others, please stay at home and make dua for Almighty Allah to ease our difficulties after these hardship times..
May Allah Accept our fasting, Prayers and good deeds. Ameen.
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Mundhir