What is the Suhail star? How and when to spot it in Saudi Arabia: Everything you need to know

Every year, the appearance of Suhail, known as Canopus, signals the end of the Arabian Peninsula’s peak summer heat. This year, with temperatures hitting 50°C, its rise is especially anticipated. Beyond marking cooler weather, Suhail holds deep cultural, agricultural, and navigational significance, rooted in Arab history, poetry, and tradition. Its return remains a powerful seasonal and symbolic milestone.