ramadan 2024 date saudi arabia is likely to fall in

Muslims around the world are eagerly awaiting the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan in March 2024, with astronomers predicting the first fast in Saudi Arabia on March 11th. The unusual timing, coinciding with the winter season for the first time in 26 years, brings longer fasting hours, ranging from 12 to over 17 hours globally.

Ibrahim Al-Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society, explains that the shift from the typical spring/summer timing will result in fasting durations of 13 to 15 hours in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, depending on one's location. Astronomical calculations also point to Eidul Fitr, the joyous celebration marking the end of Ramadan, likely falling on April 10th or 11th in Saudi Arabia. As Muslims worldwide prepare for a month of spiritual reflection, fasting, and community gatherings, the diverse fasting times underscore the global unity and shared spiritual experience of Ramadan.