Nighttime Chill Begins Next Thursday with the Start of 'Al-Samak'
The Al-Ajiri Center for Scientific Studies announces the start of the Al-Samak star phase on October 29, 2026, lasting 13 days, with dropping nighttime temperatures and increased chances of rain.
Translated by Qiyas from الجريدة — Original source
The Al-Ajiri Center for Scientific Studies announced that the second Manzila of the Al-Wasm season, known as “Al-Samak,” begins on October 29, 2026, and lasts for 13 days, bringing with it a noticeable drop in nighttime temperatures.
In a press release, the center explained that the weather during this Manzila is characterized by cool nights, humid winds at sunrise, and longer nighttime hours. It noted that this period marks the earliest time for the Dhuhr (noon) prayer of the year.
The center added that a key feature of “Al-Samak” is the feeling of cold water, especially in the morning. It pointed out that earlier generations used the increased lambing of sheep as an indicator of the onset of this Manzila, and that the chances of rainfall also rise.
The center highlighted that nighttime hours increase significantly during this period, with the sun setting earlier, and urged the public to monitor prayer times through the Al-Ajiri app.
