Based on the most recent astrological estimates, Tuesday, March 12, is when the holy month of Ramadan is slated to begin in the United Arab Emirates.
It is probable that the 30-day fasting month will result in a six-day holiday for UAE citizens to celebrate the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Fitr.
“As per (astronomical) maps, on March 11, the Moon is quite visible with the naked eye in many regions, suggesting that the next day—MMarch 12—is a likely date for the start of Ramadan,” stated Khadijah Ahmad, Operations Manager, Dubai Astronomy Group.
Based on astronomical calculations, the expert estimated that the holy month would span 30 days. In such a scenario, Wednesday, April 10, will be Ramadan 30.
According to the government of the United Arab Emirates’ most recent schedule of public and private sector holidays, citizens will have a longer vacation from Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 3 in order to celebrate Eid al-Fitr.
The comparable dates in the Gregorian calendar, assuming the astronomical calculations are correct, are Tuesday, April 9 (Ramadan 29) to Saturday, April 13 (Shawwal 3). This gives the locals a six-day respite, accounting for the Sunday weekend.
Days during Ramadan in Dubai are anticipated to last around 13 hours and 45 minutes. By the end of the month, it will then progressively rise to around 14 hours and 25 minutes.
