Crescent Moon Visibility of Ramadan 1447 AH
Prediction: The crescent visibility map below for Ramadan 1447 (RHS) shows that the moon will be born on 17 February 2026 at 12:01 GMT/UT, but will not be visible by the naked eye anywhere in the UK to Morocco region on that date. However, on 18 February 2026, the moon will be easily visible in the UK and most countries of the world. Hence, Ramadan is most likely to start on 19 February 2026, InShaAllah. [When is Ramadan & Eid-ul Fitr 1447?] Note that there will be a Solar Eclipse on 17 February 2026 in South Africa and South Americas and a Lunar Eclipse on 2 - 3 March 2026 across Asia/Europe to the Americas. Related: "Solar eclipse proves the inaccuracy of the Saudi Ummul Qura calendar" [English] | [اردو] | [বাংলা] | [العربية]
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When to Observe the Crescent Moon of Ramadan 1447 AH
Please look for the Hilal of Ramadan 1447 AH on 18 & 19 February 2026 (29th Shaban and the next day) after sunset from the western horizon and report your results (positive or negative) via our website Observation Report Form. [Photo Competition] [Announcement]
Results of Crescent Moon Observations for Ramadan 1447 AH
ICOUK Moon Report
18 Feb 2026
United Kingdom
Blackburn (Mellor)
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Mr Hameed Mamaniat from Blackburn (Mellor) City in the Lancashire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Telescope.
Mr Hameed Mamaniat commented: "The sky was totally cloudy. The sun could not be seen setting due to the dense clouds. We waited until moonset for some breaks in the clouds. Not seen by the naked eye or optical aid. Unable to image in infrared, either due to the dense clouds".
Cardiff
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Dr Feras Tuma from Cardiff City in the Wales County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Dr Feras Tuma commented: "We could not see the moon due to clouds, unfortunately".
Cradley Heath
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Mr Modoris Ali from Cradley Heath City in the West Midlands County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Modoris Ali commented: "Moon not seen. Just waiting for other locations for any news of the moon being seen".
Dewsbury
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Dr Sufyan Dalal from Dewsbury City in the West Yorkshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Dr Sufyan Dalal commented: "The moon was high enough to provide a reasonable window for observation; however, the conditions were too cloudy and did not allow a successful sighting of the hilal. (Submitted on 19/2/2026 - Admin)".
London (Canary Wharf)
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Mr Abdul Karim from London (Canary Wharf) City in the Greater London County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Abdul Karim commented: "Unfortunately, it was totally cloudy here; otherwise there may have been a possibility through the buildings".
Manchester (Longsight)
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Mr Aamir Din from Manchester (Longsight) City in the Greater Manchester County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Slough
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Mr Ashruf Amod from Slough City in the Berkshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Rainy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Mr Ashruf Amod commented: "I arrived at the site at 4:10 pm. It had started raining, and the clouds were heavy and grey. It was overcast. I set the equipment to check directions; however, the rain got even heavier. I went back to my car and waited to check if the weather would improve. I checked the weather forecast, and it showed no improvement was expected. There was no sighting at Slough".
Southampton (Mayflower Park)
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Mr Iqbal Sharif from Southampton (Mayflower Park) City in the Hampshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Rainy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Mr Iqbal Sharif commented: "Zero visibility. Heavy rain and 100% cloud cover. (Submitted on 20/2/2026 - Admin)".
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Mr Khalid Mahmood from Southampton (Mayflower Park) City in the Hampshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Rainy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Khalid Mahmood commented: "Overcast with heavy rain. (Submitted on 19/2/2026 - Admin)".
Stockton-on-Tees
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Mr Atiq Hussain from Stockton-on-Tees City in the County Durham County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Binoculars.
Mr Atiq Hussain commented: "There were 6 individuals present today. After sunset waited until moonset time. The crescent moon was not sighted from Stockton-on-Tees.".
York (New Earswick)
Not seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Eng Qamar Uddin from York (New Earswick) City in the North Yorkshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Eng Qamar Uddin commented: "It was totally cloudy in York today (18/2/2026), both before and after sunset, so the moon was not seen. We have not received any sighting reports from the UK at the time of reporting (18:15 GMT)".
Guernsey
Cobo Grande Rocques
Seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Hafiz Imraan Moolla from Cobo Grande Rocques City in the Vale County (Guernsey) mentioned that the sky was Partly Cloudy, the crescent was Seen by Naked-eye.
Hafiz Imraan Moolla commented: "My family (wife and 2 kids) and brother Mohammed Hassen arrived at Grande Rocque on the West Coast of Guernsey. It was cloudy the whole day, but we had a break, and then the moon was clearly visible for about 5 mins before disappearing again [Testimony Video]".
Jersey
St Saviour
Seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Eng Riaz Anjam from St Saviour City in the Channel Islands County (Jersey) mentioned that the sky was Partly Cloudy, the crescent was Seen by Naked-eye.
Eng Riaz Anjam commented: "The crescent moon was seen in two locations in Jersey, the first Photo from St Helier by Ali Awan, and the second from St Saviour by Riaz Anjam. (Submitted on 19/2/2026 - Admin)".
Morocco
Tangier
Seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Mr Hatim El-Harrak from Tangier City in the Tangier-Tetouan Al-Hoceima County (Morocco) mentioned that the sky was Clear, the crescent was Seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Hatim El-Harrak commented: "Yesterday, Wednesday, the 29th of Sha'ban 1447 AH, corresponding to February 18, 2026 CE, I sighted the crescent moon of Ramadan after sunset. The crescent was first observed through a camera lens, and after about five minutes, it became visible to the naked eye and was documented with a camera. We ask God to bestow upon us and the Muslim Ummah goodness, prosperity, and blessings. (Submitted on 19/2/2026 - Admin)".
Spain
Adra
Seen after sunset: On 18 Feb 2026, ICOUK member Maulana AbdulMalik Guillon from Adra City in the Murcia County (Spain) mentioned that the sky was Clear, the crescent was Seen by Naked-eye.
Maulana AbdulMalik Guillon commented: "I have traveled from France to the neighboring country, Spain, to overcome any cloud cover, but fortunately, the crescent moon was also sighted in France by other members of our HilalFrance team. (Submitted on 19/2/2026 - Admin)".
Announcement for start of Ramadan 1447 AH
On Wednesday, 18th February 2026 (29th Shaban 1447 AH), the Hilal of Ramadan 1447 was sighted in Guernsey, Channel Islands, British Isles (Local), according to the rules of Shariah. Therefore, Shaban 1447 AH will have 29 days, and Ramadan 1447 AH will start on Thursday, 19th February 2026, InShaAllah. Signed by (Ulama Panel): Maulana Abdullah Ahmed, Maulana Yusuf Mota, Imam Sabri Alabri, Mufti Abdul Waheed (& other guest ulama). Witnessed by: Eng. Qamar Uddin, ICOUK (18/2/2026 18:50 GMT).
Note that the Local Moon Sighting boundary of the UK encompasses the entire British Isles (i.e., the UK, Ireland, and Channel Islands: Jersey/Guernsey), as these countries share the same visibility of the moon, without resulting in 28-31 day months. [Ref: bit.ly/LocalBoundary]
Morocco (Regional): Ramadan 1447 AH will start on Thursday, 19th February 2026, InShaAllah. See the report from Morocco Awqaf Ministry (login to view).
Note that Saudi Arabia normally announces the start of Ramadan on their SPA (www.spa.gov.sa) website.