Suhail Star Rises in Bahrain Amid Ongoing Heat, Humidity

  • 23/08/2025

The Suhail star (Lambda Velorum), a traditional marker for the end of intense summer heat in Gulf cultures, will rise in Bahrain’s sky on August 24. However, Bahraini astronomer Mohammed Rida Al-Asfour clarified that its appearance does not immediately bring cooler temperatures. Instead, heat and high humidity are expected to continue, with forecasts predicting highs of 43°C and 85% humidity this weekend.

While autumn officially begins on September 22 and day-night equality occurs on September 27, Al-Asfour noted that noticeable cooling will be gradual and often offset by persistent humidity. The Suhail season, deeply rooted in Arab heritage, is historically associated with health risks due to heat, leading many to avoid daytime outdoor activities.

The star, located 313 light-years from Earth, holds cultural significance across the Gulf. In Oman, where Suhail appeared a day earlier, the season lasts 53 days. Astronomers like Salim Saif Al-Siyabi emphasize that while Suhail symbolizes seasonal transition, actual weather patterns depend on broader climatic factors, not celestial events alone.

Authorities urge the public to distinguish between traditional astronomical signs and modern meteorological data. Despite Suhail’s symbolic promise of milder weather, practical precautions against heat and humidity remain essential through October, reflecting the need to blend cultural knowledge with contemporary climate understanding.

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