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Doha, Qatar: Tomorrow, November 11, marks the first night of the Al Ghafr star, which heralds the arrival of winter, according to Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD).
The Al Ghafr star — the first of the Sirius stars, sixth of the Autumn constellations, and the third star of Al Wasm — lasts for 13 days, during which the sea rages, signifying the approaching winter.
Other aspects of winter can also be observed such as a gradual drop in temperatures resulting in milder daytime and colder nights.
These days will also see the formation of rain clouds.
