UAE peak summer to end soon? Suhail star to rise on August 24

According to the Khaleej Times, residents in the United Arab Emirates can expect the peak of the summer heat to begin subsiding soon, as the rising of the Suhail star is anticipated on August 24. This celestial event has long been regarded by regional astronomers and meteorologists as a traditional indicator that the intense summer temperatures are beginning to wane.

The Suhail star, known in the scientific community as Canopus, is the second-brightest star in the night sky. Its visibility in the UAE horizon is historically significant, marking the end of the 'Al-Kulaibain' period and the gradual transition toward more moderate weather conditions. While the rise of the star does not result in an immediate drop in temperature, it serves as a cultural and environmental milestone for the region.

Meteorological experts note that the arrival of the star typically precedes a gradual decrease in humidity and a shift in wind patterns, which eventually leads to the cooler temperatures associated with the autumn season. As the UAE moves past the peak of its summer cycle, the visibility of the star remains a highly anticipated marker for the public, signaling that the most severe heat of the year is beginning to pass.