When does Ramadan 2024 start in the Sultanate of Oman? The number of hours of fasting in Oman

Weather of Arabia - Muslims in the Sultanate of Oman and the rest of the Islamic countries around the world await the advent of the blessed month of Ramadan, as this month is distinguished by its spiritual atmosphere and the worship that flourishes in it, which enhances the closeness to God Almighty. Therefore, many questions and inquiries are raised about the start date of the month of Ramadan in the Sultanate of Oman and the number of hours of fasting in the Sultanate.

According to the astronomical calculations conducted by the Department of Astronomical Affairs in the Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs in the Sultanate of Oman, after God’s will, the beginning of the blessed month of Ramadan in the Sultanate of Oman for the year 2024 will be on Monday, March 11. The private authorities in the Ministry of Endowments are awaiting the sighting of the crescent of the blessed month of Ramadan on the night of the 29th of the month of Shaban, and after the sun sets on that day, the crescent will be sighted and the final date for the blessed month of Ramadan will be confirmed.

Number of hours of fasting during the month of Ramadan in the Sultanate of Oman

The dawn call to prayer on the first day of Ramadan 2024 in Oman is expected to be at 4:51 AM, and will be followed by sunset at 6:19 PM. Therefore, the duration of fasting will be approximately 14 hours on this day, and this period will gradually increase as the days of the blessed month of Ramadan progress.