JIZAN, Saudi Arabia – A rare celestial event graces Jizan today, Wednesday, as the sun reaches its zenith directly overhead.
Sun’s Zenith Creates Zero Shade
Climate professor Dr. Abdullah Al-Misnad announced that at precisely 12:16 p.m., the sun will be perpendicular to Jizan, resulting in a complete absence of shade. This marks the second and final occurrence of this phenomenon in 2025.
After this midday alignment, the sun will commence its apparent southward journey. It is expected to be perpendicular to the equator on September 23, signaling the autumnal equinox.
The sun’s southerly progression will continue until December 21, when it aligns directly over Capricorn, marking the winter solstice. Following this, its apparent path will shift back towards the north, completing its annual cycle.
- The sun will be directly overhead in Jizan at 12:16 p.m. today, Wednesday.
- This alignment will cause a complete lack of shade in the city.
- It is the second and final such event for Jizan in 2025.
- The sun will then move south, reaching the equator on September 23 for the autumnal equinox.
- By December 21, it will be perpendicular to Capricorn for the winter solstice.
When does the sun become perpendicular to Jizan?
The sun is predicted to be perpendicular to Jizan today, Wednesday, at 12:16 p.m., casting no shade.
What is the significance of this event?
This is a rare phenomenon, and for Jizan, it’s the second and final time the sun will be directly overhead this year, 2025.
What happens after the sun is directly overhead in Jizan?
Following its zenith in Jizan, the sun will begin its apparent movement south, reaching perpendicular alignment with the equator on September 23.
