Ramadan 2024 moon: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted that the Ramadan moon will be born at 2pm on March 10 (Sunday).
When we see the moon on March 11th, it will be more than 28 hours old, according to the Met Office.
PMD added that the age of the moon, therefore, strengthens the chances of its sighting on Monday.
According to tradition, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee would gather in Islamabad, while zonal committees would meet in their respective areas. They would collect and review reports about sighting the moon and then announce its sighting.
The holy month, which is observed with religious fervour and zeal, will see millions of Pakistanis along with billions of Muslims around the world observing fast from dawn till sunset with the fasting hours falling between 12 to 17 hours — depending on the geographical locations across the globe.
The weather will remain cloudy in the central and upper parts of the country’s southernmost province, Sindh, on March 11 because it will remain under the influence of the western wave, PMD stated.
The atmosphere will be clear in the southeastern part of the province, while Balochistan is expected to remain cloudy.
The weather will remain cloudy in the upper regions of the country under the influence of the western wave. Therefore, it will not be very favourable for the sighting of the moon, the Met Office added.
Karachi weather to remain partly cloudy
The PMD shared its forecast for Karachi’s weather today, mentioning that the city will probably have some clouds both today and tomorrow.
Today, Balochistan is expected to experience westerly winds, while thunderstorms are predicted in the province starting from Saturday evening until March 10, according to the Meteorological Office.
Rainfall in Turbat, Kech, Jeoni, Ormara, Pasni, Lasbela, Awaran, Kalat and other areas are also expected, according to PMD.
The weather forecast from the Met Office suggests that there might be rain in Jamshoro, Dadu, Larkana, and Qamber Shahdadkot within the next few days.
