Status of the Safar 1447 Crescent Moon in Various Countries
Crescent Observation in Najaf, Iraq – Saturday, 30 Muharram 1447 (July 26, 2025)
According to astronomical calculations and by the will of Allah Almighty, the crescent moon will appear at sunset in the holy city of Najaf with the following characteristics:
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Moon Altitude Above Horizon: 15° 12′
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Moon Azimuth (Position): 276° 56′
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Central Conjunction: Thursday, July 24 at 22:11
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Illumination (Visible Light): 4.17%
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Moonset Time: 20:22
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Moon Age: 44 hours and 54 minutes
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Sun Azimuth (Position): 293° 28′
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Sunset Time: 19:04
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Angular Separation (Sun–Moon): 16° 32′
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Elongation Angle (Sun–Moon): 23° 30′
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Moon Visibility Duration After Sunset: 78 minutes
Crescent Observation on the Previous Night – Friday, 29 Muharram 1447 (July 25, 2025)
Expected crescent data at sunset on the previous night in the horizon of Najaf:
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Moon Altitude Above Horizon: 7° 52′
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Moon Azimuth (Position): 287° 33′
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Central Conjunction: Thursday, July 24 at 22:11
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Illumination (Visible Light): 1.00%
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Moonset Time: 19:49
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Moon Age: 20 hours and 55 minutes
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Sun Azimuth (Position): 293° 47′
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Sunset Time: 19:05
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Angular Separation (Sun–Moon): 6° 14′
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Elongation Angle (Sun–Moon): 11° 26′
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Moon Visibility Duration After Sunset: 45 minutes
🔭 Note:
Based on these astronomical calculations, the crescent of Safar 1447 on Friday evening is expected to have characteristics that make naked-eye observation very difficult. It would require exceptionally clear skies, professional astronomical equipment, and experienced observers.
However, the crescent will be easily visible at sunset on Saturday due to its higher elevation and extended visibility period.
📍 To view crescent data of Safar 1447 in various cities on Saturday, 30 Muharram, click here.
📍 To view crescent data of Safar 1447 in various cities on Friday, 29 Muharram, click here.
✦ The start of Islamic lunar months is determined based on confirmed crescent sightings (ru’yat al-hilal) according to Islamic jurisprudence. ✦