The Suhail star signals the end of peak summer. AFPShow caption: The Suhail star signals the end of peak summer. AFPSky's second-brightest star heralds onset of cooler conditions The NationalAugust 25, 2026
High humidity levels exceeding 80 per cent prevented a clear sighting of the Suhail Star in the UAE on Monday.
The star's appearance signals the end of peak summer, with evenings gradually becoming cooler and morning fog more frequent.
Known to astronomers as Canopus, the star historically guided pearl divers, sailors and fishermen navigating land and sea.
January remains the UAE's coolest month, with average temperatures ranging from 15.5°C to 24.3°C, based on 1991–2020 data.
