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Desert dwellers use stars for weather and navigation
The people of the Eastern Desert and the inhabitants of the Red Sea coast rely on observing the movement of certain stars, such as the Pleiades, the Ghuzaa, the Mirmam, and Suhail, to determine weather changes, periods of high temperatures, or the beginning of the moderate season. The appearance of the Pleiades, known as “Al-Tariyah,” indicates rising temperatures and the start of hot summer, while the appearance of Suhail signals cooler temperatures and the onset of milder weather. Additionally, the appearance of northern stars, like “Al-Anqareeb,” helps them in navigation during nighttime journeys, and is linked to their predictions of weather fluctuations, such as rain and wind. Their expertise depends on monitoring the timing of these stars’ appearances and disappearances, correlating them with weather indicators throughout the year, which aids in their adaptation to the desert and maritime environment.
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