Dhu Al Hijjah crescent moon to be observed on 27th May

Moon sighting expected in several regions

Engineer Mohammad Shawkat Odeh, Director of the Abu Dhabi-based centre, said that moon sighting will be possible with telescopes from parts of Central and Western Asia, as well as most of Africa and Europe. Additionally, it may be visible to the naked eye in large areas of the Americas.

Eid Al Adha likely on 6th June

Based on these astronomical predictions, Wednesday, 28th May is expected to be the first day of Dhu Al Hijjah, making Friday, 6th June the likely date for the first day of Eid Al Adha in most Islamic countries.