Muscat: The appearance of Suhail star in the Sultanate of Oman is regarded as a signal of the transition from intense heat to more moderate weather conditions.
The Oman Astronomical Society has issued a statement: "Currently, the atmospheric conditions in the Sultanate and the Arabian Peninsula are being marked by the emergence of the Suhail star, which is traditionally seen as an indication of the diminishing heat and the onset of more temperate weather."
Despite variations in the criteria for its visibility between the southern and northern regions of the Arabian Peninsula, it is a phenomenon that is frequently observed on August 24. The Suhail star is located 313 light years from our planet.
This star, known as the Suhail star, is a southern celestial body that is only visible from the northern hemisphere for brief durations and at lower altitudes, contingent upon the observer's latitude. Historically, it has served as a navigational aid for both terrestrial and maritime explorers, guiding them towards the south.
The ancient Arab populace held a positive view towards the sighting of the Suhail star, interpreting it as a harbinger of a reduction in the severity of the heat and the advent of more temperate conditions. The duration of the Suhail season is documented at 53 days.
