Eid Al Fitr 2025 Likely on March 30, Says Kuwait’s Al Ojairi Center
Crescent Moon Visibility and Astronomical Calculations
Kuwait’s Al Ojairi Scientific Center has announced that, based on astronomical predictions, Eid Al Fitr will likely fall on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
The Center stated that the crescent moon will rise at 1:57 PM on March 29 Ramadan 29 but will only be visible for eight minutes after sunset in Kuwait, making it difficult to spot with the naked eye.In certain Southeast Asian cities, the moon is expected to set before the sun, which will make visibility impossible.
Official Moon Sighting Decision
Although these scientific calculations provide an estimate, the Sharia Moon Sighting Authority will officially confirm Shawwal 1, marking the beginning of Eid.The Sharia Moon Sighting Authority, which holds religious authority over the declaration, will make the official confirmation..
The Center also noted that moon visibility will vary across different Arab and Islamic countries, ranging between four to twenty minutes, depending on location.
Kuwait’s Eid Al Fitr Holiday Schedule 2025
As Kuwait prepares for Eid celebrations, the government has outlined two potential Holiday schedules:
- If Eid falls on Sunday, March 30: Public sector employees will receive a three-day holiday, returning to work on Wednesday, April 2.
- If authorities declare Eid on Monday, March 31, the holiday will last five days, and work will resume on Sunday, April 6.
Institutions providing essential services will coordinate their schedules with relevant authorities.
Eid Al Fitr 2025: What to Expect?
As one of the most significant Islamic holidays, Eid Al Fitr 2025 will be a time of prayer, family gatherings, and celebrations across Kuwait and other Muslim-majority nations. With public holidays confirmed, citizens and residents can look forward to festive activities, charity events, and traditional Eid customs.
For the latest updates on Eid moon sighting, official announcements, and holiday schedules, stay tuned to local authorities and news sources.
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