Shawwal Moon Not Sighted in Saudi Arabia, Eid on March 20

The Shawwal moon was not sighted in Saudi Arabia, and the country will celebrate Eid al-Fitr on Friday, March 20. After careful observation and official review, authorities confirmed the completion of 30 days of Ramadan, making Eid al-Fitr in Saudi Arabia 2026 an important date for Muslims across the kingdom.

Various observatories across Saudi cities held meetings to attempt sighting the Shawwal moon. Officials also requested citizens to report any sightings, but no credible reports were received from anywhere in the country.

The Saudi Supreme Court reviewed all reports from observatories and Hilal sighting committees before making an official announcement. They confirmed that Ramadan 1447 Hijri would be completed in full, and Eid al-Fitr 2026 would be celebrated on March 20.

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Following this announcement, it was officially confirmed that 1st Shawwal 1447 Hijri will fall on Friday, March 20. Preparations for Eid celebrations have already begun across the country, with families getting ready for prayers and festivities.

Similarly, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Qatar also announced that Eid al-Fitr will be observed on Friday, March 20, 2026. With the Shawwal moon not sighted in these countries, the official declaration ensures that Eid al-Fitr in Saudi Arabia 2026 aligns with the celebrations in neighboring Gulf nations.