Jeddah:At dawn tomorrow, the skies over the Kingdom and the Arab world are set to host a remarkable celestial event as the waning gibbous moon aligns with the Pleiades star cluster. This conjunction will be visible to the naked eye, offering a unique spectacle for sky watchers.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Jeddah Astronomy Society President Majed Abu Zahra highlighted the significance of the Pleiades in Arab astronomical heritage. The star cluster's appearance has traditionally been associated with the changing seasons and traditional calendars.
Abu Zahra also clarified that this conjunction is solely a visual occurrence and does not influence weather or climatic conditions.