Does the rise of the Suhail star really mean cooler weather is coming to the UAE?

Yes, but not because the star itself changes the weather. Suhail, also known as Canopus, is expected to rise on August 24, traditionally signalling the gradual end of the UAE’s most intense summer heat and the start of the roughly 40-day Sufriya transition. Temperatures will not suddenly drop, and hot conditions can continue through September, but nights may gradually become cooler before more settled weather arrives around mid-October. For generations, Suhail served as a natural seasonal calendar, helping communities plan farming, fishing, travel and other activities long before modern weather forecasting.

Do you still look for Suhail as a sign that summer is ending, or do you rely entirely on modern weather forecasts? Share your views.