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Today (Thursday) marks the beginning of the "Jumrat Al-Qaidh" period, which is classified as the hottest period of summer throughout the year.

This period lasts for several weeks, during which most regions of the Kingdom experience a noticeable rise in temperatures, approaching their annual maximum rates.

Bridges Al-Faleh, a member of the "Afaq" Astronomy Association, explained to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) that today (Thursday) coincides with the actual start of "Jumrat Al-Qaidh," represented by the first day of the "second Gemini," known as the "Hinna" position, which lasts for 13 days and is considered the fourth position of the summer season.

Al-Faleh indicated that "Jumrat Al-Qaidh" usually begins in mid-July and continues until the beginning of August; it is popularly known as "the date cooker," due to the pivotal role of high temperatures during this period in accelerating the ripening of palm fruits and their transformation into fresh dates.

He pointed out that this period is characterized by the activity of hot winds and a significant rise in temperatures, accompanied by a noticeable increase in humidity levels in coastal areas, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the preventive guidelines issued by the relevant authorities, foremost among them being to avoid direct exposure to sunlight during peak hours (from noon until afternoon) and to increase fluid and water intake to prevent heat stress and sunstroke.