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The Pakistan Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) has predicted a strong possibility of Eid-ul-Fitr in Pakistan on March 31, as the new moon is expected to be born on March 29.
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee and zonal committees will meet on Sunday, March 30, 2025 (Ramazan 29, 1446 A.H.), to sight the Shawwal moon and confirm the date for Eid-ul-Fitr in Pakistan.
Experts stated that the moon is unlikely to be visible in Saudi Arabia on March 29, which could align Eid celebrations in both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on the same day this year.
The moon is expected to be visible to the human eye in many parts of the world on March 30, especially when the weather is clear.
According to experts, the moon’s age in Mecca on March 30 will be 28 hours and 38 minutes, while in Karachi, it will be 26 hours and 50 minutes, making sighting possible.
However, the final decision will be based on testimonies, as unaided-eye moon sightings remain a religious requirement in Pakistan.
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Residents of Karachi should prepare for hot and humid weather during Eid-ul-Fitr 2025, as per the latest Meteorological Department forecast.
The PMD predicted that the maximum temperature in the city is expected to range between 34 to 36 degrees Celsius during the Eid holidays.
Currently, Karachi’s temperature stands between 33 to 35 degrees Celsius, with sea breezes at 6 km/h and humidity at 68 percent.
From Friday, a further temperature increase is expected, reaching 37 to 38 degrees Celsius, with hot and dry winds blowing from the northwest.
However, sea breezes are likely to resume in the evening, bringing some relief.
