Crescent Moon Visibility of Shawwal 1443 AH
The crescent visibility map below for Shawwal 1443 shows that the moon will be born on 30 April 2022 at 20:28 GMT/UT, but it will not be visible by the naked-eye anywhere in the UK to Morocco region (or anywhere in the whole world) on that date. However, on 1 May 2022, the moon may not be seen in the UK (by the naked eye) but it is likely to be seen in the West African countries, including Morocco (Dakhla). Hence, the month of Shawwal is most likely to start from 2 May 2022, InShaAllah. Note that there will be a partial lunar eclipse on 30 April 2022 across South America and a total lunar eclipse on 15 - 16 May 2022 across Africa to the Americas.
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When to Observe the Crescent Moon of Shawwal 1443 AH
Please look for the Hilal of Shawwal 1443 AH on 1 & 2 May 2022 (29th Ramadan 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]
Results of Crescent Moon Observations for Shawwal 1443 AH
ICOUK Moon Report
01 May 2022
United Kingdom
Belfast
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Dr Wajida Hannani from Belfast City in the Northern Ireland County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Birmingham
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Dr Shahid Merali from Birmingham City in the West Midlands County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Dr Shahid Merali commented: "Visibility conditions were poor just outside of Birmingham. The skies were totally cloudy. We wish the community a blessed and joyous Eid".
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Mohammed Zabhier from Birmingham City in the West Midlands County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Mohammed Zabhier commented: "Cloudy and not possible to see the crescent moon".
Blackburn (Mellor)
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Maulana Hidayatullah Patel 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.
Maulana Hidayatullah Patel commented: "Totally cloudy".
Bolton
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Sameer Ali from Bolton City in the Greater Manchester County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Sameer Ali commented: "Complete cloud cover".
Bradford
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Aurangzeb Khan from Bradford City in the West Yorkshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Aurangzeb Khan commented: "Negative sighting".
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Ms Nazia Kouser from Bradford City in the West Yorkshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Coalville
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Riyaz Bhikha from Coalville City in the Leicestershire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Mr Riyaz Bhikha commented: "Bardon Hill, Coalville. Moon not seen. Very cloudy, overcast. 5 brothers present in total".
Croydon (Canterbury Road)
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Umar Faruk Abdul Muthalif from Croydon (Canterbury Road) City in the Greater London County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Dewsbury
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Dr Najeeb Chaudhry from Dewsbury City in the Yorkshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Partly Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Fleetwood
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Maulana Abdullah Ahmed from Fleetwood City in the Lancashire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Partly Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Maulana Abdullah Ahmed commented: "Negative sighting from Fleetwood Coast".
Hounslow
Not seen before sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Syed Rashid Qadri from Hounslow City in the Middlesex County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Syed Rashid Qadri commented: "It is totally cloudy before sunset and it is unlikely to clear after sunset".
Leiceter (Beacon Hill)
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Shaykh Muhammed Patel from Leiceter (Beacon Hill) City in the Leicestershire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Shaykh Muhammed Patel commented: "No crescent was seen at Beacon Hill (Woodhouse Eaves)".
London (Hackney)
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Musa Jabbar from London (Hackney) City in the Greater London County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Musa Jabbar commented: "The 4 of us attempted sighting in Stoke Newington Common N16 but horizon was totally cloudy".
London (Wanstead)
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Tajammul Ali from London (Wanstead) City in the Greater London County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Mr Tajammul Ali commented: "Negative sighting as full cloud coverage. Got to the site around 8 pm and left just after 9.10 pm. Amongst myself, there were approximately 120 witnesses who also joined in on the observation".
Middlesbrough
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Ms Julie Breen from Middlesbrough City in the Cleveland County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Ms Julie Breen commented: "Heavy cloud cover over the whole sky".
Nelson (Barley - Pendle Hill)
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Qasim Abbas from Nelson (Barley - Pendle Hill) City in the Lancashire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Qasim Abbas commented: "It was extremely cloudy. I could not see the sunset nor the hilal. I was looking from Pendle Hill (557m). I have screenshots attached".
Newcastle upon Tyne
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Eng Aamir Sharif from Newcastle upon Tyne City in the Tyne and Wear County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Eng Aamir Sharif commented: "Observed with Molana Abdullah Kola of Madina Masjid. [Submitted on 8/5/2022 - Admin]".
Northolt (Northala)
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Akhlakuddin Razzaque from Northolt (Northala) City in the Greater London County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Mr Akhlakuddin Razzaque commented: "This month I joined the group in Northala fields at the top of the hill. It was cloudy with a single break in the clouds. No chance to sight. It was a pleasant experience with the local community and my family joined (my wife and two young sons too)".
Nuneaton
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Ali Khan from Nuneaton City in the Warwickshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Ali Khan commented: "The sky was overcast".
Preston
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Dr Mohsen Abdelaal from Preston City in the Lancashire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Richmond upon Thames
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Ms Zebunisa Rao from Richmond upon Thames City in the Surrey County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Partly Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Saltburn-by-the-Sea
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Ms Shemanara Haq from Saltburn-by-the-Sea City in the Cleveland County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Ms Shemanara Haq commented: "Negative sighting from Saltburn-by-the-Sea. Sunset 8.38 PM and moonset 9.38 PM. Naked eye observation was carried out until moonset time with Sister Lucy, 2 children and 3 non-Muslim adults. The photo was taken with iPhone 12 mini before sunset at 8.23 PM. Full cloud cover throughout the evening.".
Southampton
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Iqbal Sharif from Southampton City in the Hampshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Iqbal Sharif commented: "Total cloud. Could not even see sunset".
Swansea
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Owain Omer Williams from Swansea City in the Wales County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Mr Owain Omer Williams commented: "Negative sighting in Swansea. Thick cloud cover. This month’s crescent was expected to be hard enough to see in optimal conditions".
York (Murton)
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Eng Qamar Uddin from York (Murton) City in the North Yorkshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Eng Qamar Uddin commented: "There was a group 5 of us at the YAS Observatory grounds to see the Shawwal 1443 Hilal but unfortunately, it was totally cloudy so the 23 hrs old moon was not seen.".
Morocco
Kenitra
Not seen after sunset: On 01 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Hendrik Stahlberg from Kenitra City in the Kenitra County (Morocco) mentioned that the sky was Partly Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye or Binoculars.
Mr Hendrik Stahlberg commented: "Clouds on the horizon, so not seen in the local area".
02 May 2022
United Kingdom
Blackburn
Not seen after sunset: On 02 May 2022, ICOUK member Maulana Hidayatullah Patel from Blackburn City in the Lancashire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Maulana Hidayatullah Patel commented: "One cloud cover screenshot taken at 9.10 pm, the other at 10.28 pm. [Submitted on 5/5/2022 - Admin]".
Cradley Heath
Not seen before sunset: On 02 May 2022, 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: "The weather was cloudy when I went o to the local Mosque for Maghrib prayer and Isha prayer".
Helston
Seen after sunset: On 02 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Hasan Kilic from Helston City in the Cornwall County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Clear, the crescent was Seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Hasan Kilic commented: "The Hilal was easily seen [Submitted on 3/5/2022 - Admin]".
Leeds
Not seen after sunset: On 02 May 2022, ICOUK member Eng Qamar Uddin from Leeds City in the West Yorkshire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Eng Qamar Uddin commented: "I was visiting Leeds today but it was totally cloudy so the 47 hrs old moon was not seen".
Middlesbrough
Not seen after sunset: On 02 May 2022, ICOUK member Ms Shemanara Haq from Middlesbrough City in the Cleveland County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Ms Shemanara Haq commented: "Negative sighting from Middlesbrough. The weather was cloudy and had hazy skies. Sunset was at 8.41 pm and moonset at 10.57 pm. The photo was taken at 9.51 pm using iPhone 12. [Submitted on 16/5/2022 - Admin]".
Norwich (Foxley)
Seen after sunset: On 02 May 2022, ICOUK member Ms Sadia Tanvir-Navaab from Norwich (Foxley) City in the Norfolk County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Partly Cloudy, the crescent was Seen by Naked-eye.
Ms Sadia Tanvir-Navaab commented: "The Hilal was easily seen by a family of four people. [Submitted on 3/5/2022 - Admin]".
Preston (Jeffrey hill)
Not seen after sunset: On 02 May 2022, ICOUK member Dr Mohsen Abdelaal from Preston (Jeffrey hill) City in the Lancashire County (United Kingdom) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was not seen by Naked-eye.
Dr Mohsen Abdelaal commented: "It was even more cloudy than yesterday".
Morocco
Kenitra
Seen after sunset: On 02 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Hendrik Stahlberg from Kenitra City in the Kenitra County (Morocco) mentioned that the sky was Partly Cloudy, the crescent was Seen by Naked-eye.
Tangiers
Seen after sunset: On 02 May 2022, ICOUK member Mr Hatim El-Harrak from Tangiers City in the Tangier-Tetouan Al-Hoceima County (Morocco) mentioned that the sky was Totally Cloudy, the crescent was Seen by Naked-eye.
Mr Hatim El-Harrak commented: "The crescent of Shawwal 1443 AH was sighted (on the second night). [Submitted on 15/5/2022 - Admin]".
Announcement for start of Shawwal 1443 AH
On Sunday 1st May 2022 (29th Ramadan 1443 AH) the Hilal of Shawwal 1443 was not sighted in the UK but it was sighted in the Morocco region. We have also received a positive sighting report from Morocco Awqaf Ministry (login to view).
Advice: As per the agreed ICOUK criteria, the month of Ramadan 1443 AH will have 29-days and the month of Shawwal 1443 AH will start from Monday 2nd May 2022, InShaAllah. Eid Mubarak to all Muslims (and don't forget to share your Hilal photo on the ICOUK website)!
For UK-only moon sighting announcements please visit the New Crescent Society (NCS) website.
Note that Saudi Arabia normally make their Shawwal announcement on their SPA (www.spa.gov.sa) website.