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Emirates Astronomy Society
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Dubai Summer 2026 Starts as Pleiades Disappears
The Pleiades disappeared from Dubai's night sky on April 28, triggering the official start of Kannat Al Thuraya — a traditional 40-day summer season of rising heat, drier conditions, and lower humidity, confirmed by the Emirates Astronomy Society.
29 Apr 2026
Ramadan 2026 UAE Dates: Emirates Astronomy Society Forecast
The Emirates Astronomy Society has announced predicted dates for Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr, and Eid Al Adha in the UAE for 2026. Chairman Ibrahim Al Jarwan projects Ramadan will begin February 18, with all dates subject to official moon sighting confirmation.
26 Jun 2025
Spring Equinox 2025: Dubai Gets Equal Day and Night
Dubai marks the spring equinox on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, when day and night each last exactly 12 hours. Ibrahim Al-Jarwan of the Emirates Astronomy Society confirmed the milestone. Warmer temperatures and longer days follow — here are the best ways to enjoy spring in Dubai.
11 Mar 2025
Ramadan 2025 UAE Start Date: Just One Month Away
Ramadan 2025 in the UAE is just one month away, with astronomical calculations pointing to Saturday, March 1, as the start date. UAE astronomer Ibrahim Al Jarwan has identified February 28 as the moon-sighting date that will confirm the holy month's arrival.
29 Jan 2025
Ramadan 2025 UAE Start Date: March 1, Says Astronomer
UAE astronomer Dr Ibrahim Al Jarwan, chairman of the Emirates Astronomy Society, predicts Ramadan 2025 will begin on Saturday, 1 March 2025. The crescent is expected on 28 February — only the second winter Ramadan in 24 years, bringing shorter fasting hours across the UAE.
5 Dec 2024