ISLAMABAD: The new moon of Rabi-us-Sani 1448 AH is expected to be born on September 11 at 08:27 PST, the Pakistan Space and Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (Suparco) said on Friday.

According to Suparco’s astronomical calculations, at sunset on Sept 12, the age of the new moon will be approximately 34 hours and 33 minutes, with an estimated interval of 39 minutes between sunset and moonset along Pakistan’s coastal belt.

Based on these astronomical parameters, the Rabi-us-Sani crescent can be sighted with the naked eye along the coastal areas, subject to clear weather conditions, and through telescopes in the rest of the country on the evening of Sept 12.

Consequently, the first day of Rabi-us-Sani 1448 AH is anticipated to fall on Sunday (Sept 13), marking the conclusion of the holy month of Rabi-ul-Awwal.

However, the final decision regarding the sighting of the Rabi-us-Sani crescent and commencement of the holy month will be made by the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee of the country.

Published in Dawn, September 12th, 2026