Al-Zubra star appears, signifying cooler nights: QMD
<p>Doha, Qatar: The Al-Zubra star appeared today, September 20, 2026, marking the beginning of the first period of the Safri season, said Qatar Meteorology Department.</p> <p>Al Zubra star is the second of the autumn stars and will last for 13 days. It consists of two stars that appear to be approximately a handspan apart.</p> <p>“During this period, nights become cooler, northern winds become…
The Al-Zubra star, a sign of cooler nights, appeared on September 20, 2026, heralding the start of the Safri season according to the Qatar Meteorology Department. This second autumn star will be visible for 13 days, appearing as two stars approximately a handspan apart. During this period, nights will become cooler, northern winds more frequent, and the weather will be hot during the day and cool at night.
The appearance of the Al-Zubra star is also associated with the possibility of rainfall, and it marks a time when day and night lengths become equal. Farmers are advised to take advantage of this period for planting date palms and cultivating vegetables, as it is considered suitable for these activities.
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