When is Eid Al Adha 2026 expected in the UAE, and what did the Astronomy Centre say about the moon sighting?

According to the UAE’s International Astronomy Center, Muslim countries will observe the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon on May 17, 2026. Since the crescent is expected to be visible in several parts of the Islamic world — including with the naked eye in Abu Dhabi, Mecca, Cairo, and Rabat — astronomers expect Monday, May 18, to mark the start of Dhul Hijjah, making Wednesday, May 27, the likely first day of Eid Al Adha in most Islamic countries. The centre added that visibility conditions depend on factors such as moon age, altitude, and atmospheric clarity. Do you think astronomical calculations should play a bigger role in confirming Islamic holidays, or should traditional moon sighting remain the main method? Share your views.

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