The Climate Data Processing Centre has issued a forecast regarding the sighting of the Shaban moon in Pakistan. According to the prediction, the birth of the Shaban moon will occur on January 29, 2025, at 5:36 pm, making the moon sighting likely on Thursday, January 30, 2025.
If the moon is sighted as anticipated, the first of Shaban will be observed on January 31, 2025, and the significant Islamic occasion of Shab-e-Barat will fall on Friday, February 14, 2025.
Sky Conditions and Moon Visibility
The Climate Data Processing Centre has noted that the sky is expected to be clear in some regions of Pakistan, while other areas may experience cloudy conditions during the moon sighting.
At sunset on January 30, the moon will be 25 hours and 4 minutes old, with a visibility duration of approximately 57 minutes after sunset. The Data Centre emphasized that the moon must be at least 19 hours old to be visible, further increasing the likelihood of its sighting.
Significance of Shab-e-Barat in Islam
Shab-e-Barat, also known as Laylat al-Bara’ah, is a significant occasion observed on the 15th night of Shaban, the eighth month of the Islamic calendar. This night holds immense spiritual importance for Muslims worldwide.
On Shab-e-Barat, Muslims engage in acts of worship such as:
- Offering special prayers.
- Observing voluntary fasting.
- Giving charity to help those in need.
- Visiting the graves of loved ones to pay respects and pray for the forgiveness of the deceased.
Conclusion
Muslims across Pakistan are encouraged to look for the Shaban moon on January 30, 2025. If the moon is sighted, the upcoming month of Shaban will hold special significance with its culminating event, Shab-e-Barat, observed on February 14, 2025.
Stay tuned for official announcements regarding the moon sighting from relevant authorities.
